Port Wine Spinner Ring

Spinner Ring Description

Wear a piece of history with this unique spinner ring from Rust and Leaf. Crafted from heavyweight sterling silver, the band is flared to secure a spinner ring made of brass, featuring a delicate sterling silver ball. The band itself is adorned with fragments of handwritten text from an authentic 1739 Port wine shipping contract — an artistic tribute to centuries-old trade routes and craftsmanship.

The contract references the Sea Nymph, a ship once bound for London with twenty pipes (roughly ten tons!) of red Port wine. Though the handwriting is only partially legible, its presence offers a tangible link to the past, evoking a time of exploration and maritime adventure.

This ring is more than jewelry — it’s a subtle statement, a wearable story of 18th-century export history, and a true conversation piece for those who appreciate the blend of artistry and heritage.