Our handmade sterling silver friendship ring is based on our favorite Odd Fellows symbol: the heart in hand. The motif was adapted in the 19th century by the fraternal society from similar ancient forms and represents the benevolence with which a member should always regard fellow members and their communities. It also represents the idea of love and loyalty given freely to someone you cherish.
Measures a smidge over 1/2" high by exactly 1/2" wide with a 1/4" wide band. We have two in stock, size 6 3/4 and 7 3/4. These can be resized for an additional fee, or we can custom make one in your size with 4-6 week turnaround. Please contact us for details before purchase if you are interested in our sizing service or to place a custom order.
Odd Fellows began as what was considered a friendly society set up to protect and care for its membership financially at a time in history when there was no other sort of social institution to do so. The term "Odd," while it may indeed reference the type of person joined to the society, actually arose because the organization was originally made up of the odd or small numbers of tradesman in the area who were too few a number to form the types of protective trade guilds that did exist.
Basic things like food, shelter and wellness or healthcare (such as it was in the 13th century) could be augmented by the Guild when members and linked communities fell short in their own abilities to provide. The official symbol of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows illustrates this purpose: a three link chain and corresponding initials standing for the three main precepts of the society: Friendship, Love and Truth.
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RETURNS & EXCHANGES:
Items may be returned for any reason as long as they are in their original condition, although resizing, engraving or alteration of any kind, done by us or another jeweler, makes the item a final sale. A 5% restocking fee will apply to the refund of the original purchase price; shipping charges, if applicable, are non-refundable.
All layaways, made to order and custom orders are final sale. Fees assessed for sizing, engraving or alterations of any kind are non-refundable.
The following conditions apply to returns:
1. Items must be returned in original condition as purchased, please return in the custom gift box as sent.
2. Please notify us of intent to return within 3 calendar days of receipt of the item. Returns sent without notification cannot be accepted or refunded. After three calendar days of receipt, all items will be considered final sale.
3. Buyer pays return shipping, items must sent back within 7 calendar days of receipt with tracking. Insurance is highly recommended as items lost or damaged in transit cannot be refunded.
LAYAWAY:
We are happy to offer layaway, please reach out to us for our full layaway policy.
SHIPPING:
Due to recent changes in VAT and customs regulations, we are unable to ship to all international locations. Please message us for availability and rates for shipping to your location.