Mexican biker rings!

[Seanpsk]

Here's one that just arrived yesterday. It's definitely a jaw buster...

Dammit!! That's one hell of a ring! What a beauty! Where did you get it off?

 

[Man of Vintage]

Hey Sean, thanks - I have a few sources It is one of the nicer ones I have come across, especially with all the detailed markings added from back in the day.

 

[Seanpsk]

Here's an interesting one that I just received.

The figure appears to be a Kokopelli.

Stamped Sterling .925 & made in Mexico

 

[vintageghost]

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View photo in message here is an example of an early 40s biker ring.

 

[Man of Vintage]

Hey vintageghost, the photos did not appear.

 

[Elmonteman]

Hey Sean, Not that it's any big thing, but I think your ring has an image of an Aztec warrior as opposed to a Kokopelli. http://www.galleryhistoricalfigures.com/Figurefull.php?abvrname=AzLeoWar_v2WA A Kokopelli is a flute player and part of the Hopi culture. The figure on your ring has a club in his hand or it could be a dangerous looking flute. There's also a strong connection between Mexico and the Aztecs.

 

[Man of Vintage]

@vintageghost - can you message me at my email, jumpsuitmario@gmail.com? I have a question for you, thanks!

 

[TomS]

These are interesting. The skull rings look sort of like WWII German stuff.

 

[wsc]

Crazy question but an eBay seller says these rings cannot be resized do to the metal content,is this true? If so that doesn't explain the prices for a smaller sized ring.

 

[Man of Vintage]

Crazy question but an eBay seller says these rings cannot be resized do to the metal content,is this true? If so that doesn't explain the prices for a smaller sized ring.

Hi wsc, I have a lot of these rings, and have aquired a few that were previously sized somewhere in their lifetime. I personally have never re-sized any of mine in fear of them cracking or not being resoldered properly by a jeweler.

The ones that I purchased already re-sized were done professionally using sterling silver as a spacer/seal. I'll try to snap a photo of one for you if your interested.

 

[howardeye]

Hello NW IN neighbor! You may have visited my booth at a motorcycle event. Valpo Fest or Peotone?

 

[badmotorfinger]

Good[angel] and evil:rage::

Some great looking rings in this thread, loved this picture rockabilly.

Here's mine from SWS of London

I'm currently looking to find one or two nice vintage Mexican souvenir rings.

 

[Man of Vintage]

Hi badmotorfinger, shoot me an email - jumpsuitmario@gmail.com. I have a few vintage Mexican rings I'm willing to sell.

Cheers!

 

[jbg1]

I just purchased these three rings (see attached) off of Craigslist. The seller wasn't able to provide much history, so I cannot say with certainty whether or not they are authentic. Regardless, this group seems to appreciate the history and aesthetics of these rings, so I thought I would share.

On the inside of the rings, one is stamped with "Made in Mexico", the second has no stamp, and the third has "[can't make it out] Mex". Based on this group's collective knowledge, do these stamps (or lack thereof) help determine authenticity (other than the obvious fact they would be made in Mexico)?

 

[Man of Vintage]

Hi - yes, all 3 ring are legit, good score. Would you be willing to sell the skull and right most indian?

 

[jbg1]

Rockabilly, In response to your offer to buy 2 of the 3 rings (skull and indian), I am not saying "no", but I have to say "not at the moment". These are still new to me, so the excitement of having them and researching hasn't worn off yet. I will definitely let you know when I'm ready to sell to see if you are still interested.

Generally, through my research, I hope to learn more about the history, variations of design, and factors to valuation, as well as simply (and probably most importantly) enjoy them for what they are.

 

[Man of Vintage]

Rockabilly, In response to your offer to buy 2 of the 3 rings (skull and indian), I am not saying "no", but I have to say "not at the moment". These are still new to me, so the excitement of having them and researching hasn't worn off yet. I will definitely let you know when I'm ready to sell to see if you are still interested.

Generally, through my research, I hope to learn more about the history, variations of design, and factors to valuation, as well as simply (and probably most importantly) enjoy them for what they are.

Fair enough!

If you're looking for a good start on your research, check out my IG account: instagram.com/manofvintage

 

[Edward]

Some great looking rings in this thread, loved this picture rockabilly.

Here's mine from SWS of London

I'm currently looking to find one or two nice vintage Mexican souvenir rings.

Nice! I chanced across SWS at Rhythm Riot last month, and impulse bought a couple of his rings. A skull and crossbones style, and an Indian head. Certainly not office-wear(!), but they look great alongside my Keith Richards skull ring (which used to look big until these monsters dwarfed it). I love cuhnky, weighty jewellery.

Incidently, he reckons we're going to see a lot more interst in this sort of ring soon, as apparently (I've not seen it yet, so can't confirm) Pitt's boys in Fury wear these. Supplied by a friend of SWS.... all originals.

Here's one that just arrived yesterday. It's definitely a jaw buster...

Nice... Jaw buster is right. I always assumed that part of the attraction of these for outlaw bikers was/is that they could function as a fairly effective knuckle duster if needsbe, without being something you could be lifted for carrying...

 

[dh66]

....... I always assumed that part of the attraction of these for outlaw bikers was/is that they could function as a fairly effective knuckle duster if needsbe, without being something you could be lifted for carrying...

Exactly!

Especially if you're extra dandy and gots one for every finger.

 

[dh66]

Totally surprised to come across this in an antique store in rural AL.

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