Tiffany & Co. Atlas Collection Sterling Silver Open Band Ring
Jewelry (Ring) · Tiffany & Co., the iconic American luxury jewelry house founded in New York in 1837. Tiffany is world-renowned for setting the United States standard for sterling silver (.925) and its legacy of high-quality craftsmanship.
Pattern: Atlas Collection, specifically the Open Band style featuring Roman numerals. Introduced in 1995 by design director John Loring, inspired by the Atlas clock overlooking the Fifth Avenue flagship store entrance.
Type
Jewelry (Ring)
Maker
Tiffany & Co., the iconic American luxury jewelry house founded in New York in 1837. Tiffany is world-renowned for setting the United States standard for sterling silver (.925) and its legacy of high-quality craftsmanship.
Material
Sterling Silver (.925 purity), comprised of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. Solid construction with no base metal plating.
Dimensions
Band width approximately 5mm to 7mm. Weight typically ranges between 3 to 6 grams depending on finger size. It is a standard unisex fashion ring thickness.
Description
A sleek and sophisticated sterling silver ring from Tiffany & Co.’s celebrated Atlas collection. The design features iconic Roman numerals—X, I, V—integrated directly into the band through an openwork technique. This piece balances the strength of architectural history with the daintiness of modern fashion jewelry, making it a versatile accessory for any collector.
Key Features
Cut-out Roman numerals (X, I, V), thick flat-edge profile, and the signature 'Tiffany & Co. 925' internal stamping. The spacing of the numbers is a key diagnostic for authenticity.
Material & Composition
Sterling Silver (.925 purity), comprised of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. Solid construction with no base metal plating.
Finish & Decoration
High-polish mirror finish with oxidized (darkened) recessed areas within the Roman numerals to provide contrast. The style is Modern/Minimalist with Neoclassical numerical motifs.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Interior of the band is stamped with '© TIFFANY & CO.' and '925'. Some editions also include 'ITALY' or the year of copyright '1995', though markings are often tiny and located on the inner flat surface.
Construction Details
Cast using the lost-wax process, followed by precision machine finishing and hand polishing to achieve consistent depth in the cut-out Roman numeral sections.
Functional Features
Openwork design featuring 'pieced' or cut-out numerals which allows for a lighter architectural feel and better skin breathability for the wearer.
Handle & Grip Details
N/A (Jewelry item). The band is designed with smooth interior edges (comfort fit) for daily wear.
Craftsmanship Details
High-quality casting with no visible pits or porosity. The interior hallmark is stamped deeply and cleanly, and the polish is exceptionally smooth with no sharp burrs inside the cut-outs.
Authentication Indicators
The crispness of the Roman numeral edges and the specific font of the internal hallmark are primary indicators. Counterfeits often have slightly rounded or 'mushy' numeral edges and incorrect spacing between the '©' and 'Tiffany'.
Origin & Manufacturing
Designed in the USA (New York); manufacturing typically takes place in Tiffany's workshops in either the United States or Italy, adhering to strict quality control standards.
Era & Period
Contemporary/Modernist (Post-1990). Part of the 1990s resurgence of branded 'status' jewelry that remains a staple of the Tiffany catalog today.
Age Estimate
Circa 1995 to present. The Atlas line has seen several iterations, but this specific 'open' numeric style became highly popular in the early 2000s.
Cultural Significance
The Atlas ring became a 'rite of passage' gift in the 1990s and 2000s, representing accessible luxury. It helped cement Tiffany & Co. as a brand capable of bridging the gap between classical motifs and streetwear-friendly silver jewelry.
Condition Notes
Very Good. Shows light surface scratches (swirls) consistent with silver-on-skin wear. Moderate tarnish visible in the recessed crevices which can be cleaned with a soft brush.
Value Estimate
$150 - $350 USD depending on the specific width and secondary market demand. Resale value is high due to the brand name and classic status of the pattern.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a silver polishing cloth like a Cape Cod or Hagerty cloth. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush with mild dish soap to remove dirt from the cut-out numerals. Store in a tarnish-resistant Tiffany Blue pouch when not in use.
Similar Pieces
Tiffany Atlas Pierced Band (wider version), Tiffany Atlas X (the modern 2020s redesign with sharper angles), and the Gucci G-Logo Cutout Ring (competitor alternative).
Interesting Facts
The Atlas collection was the first major line designed by John Loring, who served as Tiffany's design director for 30 years. It was intended to represent 'time' as a jewelry concept without using a watch movement.