Makers of The World’s Most Famous Ring
Handcrafting jewellery since 1960. We made The One Ring™ for The Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films.
Since 1960
Timeless jewellery from New Zealand’s most famous ring maker
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The Movie Ring™
Made in our Nelson workshop to the same specifications as the movie prop. In your choice of gold, platinum or silver.
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Wedding & Engagement
Bands, coloured gems and diamond rings: custom or ready-to-wear.
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Classic Jens Hansen
Hand-forged designs are easily recognized and crafted to last for generations.
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Bestsellers
What people order most
Made by hand in the metal and size you choose.
- Most Popular
Movie ringYellow goldElvish Wedding Band
Inspired by the movie ring
EngagementPlatinumContemporary Solitaire
Engraved with your own words
Bridal setRed goldElvish Love Rings
A matching set for two
Custom-engravableWhite goldPetite Elvish Love Ring
Narrower 3mm or 4mm band
- Made for the movies
Movie ring18ct goldThe Movie Ring™
Exact replica of the movie prop
- Inspired by the films
Made to orderCharacter ringOur Ring for Viggo
Two serpents, one crowned with flowers
- Inspired by the films
Made to orderCharacter ringRing of Hugo
A band of gold set with blue sapphire
Custom Design
Have it made for you
Work with a designer, not a dropdown menu.
- 01 Book a free consultation
- 02 Share your idea
- 03 Approve the design
- 04 Made at the bench
Featured Collections
More than the Makers of the Movie Ring.
Here are some of our favourite collections.
The Wanderer's Circle
The Movie Ring as a pendant, engraved with the words you live by.
Engravable Signet Rings
Custom crests and initials in gold or silver
Your Golden Kiwi
New Zealand's national bird in solid gold, worn close.
Elvish Vine Wedding and Engagement
Vines, leaves and Elvish script, in engagement rings and matching bands.
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Watch a ring being made
Inside the Nelson workshop
2-minute documentary
Since 1960
Jens Hansen’s hand-forged designs are easily recognized and crafted to last for generations.
Free Guide
Don't Buy a Ring Before Reading This
Everything you need to know before purchasing fine jewellery, written by Halfdan and our master goldsmiths
- How to choose the right gold carat for your lifestyle
- Sizing guide for at-home measurement
- What makes a ring heirloom-grade vs decorative
- How to read hallmarks and certificates of authenticity
- Custom design: what to expect, costs, and timelines
The Ring Buyer's Guide
The Jens Hansen Ring Buyer's Guide
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Visiting New Zealand?
Come and see us in Nelson. We have worked from the same corner of Trafalgar Square since 1973. The workshop sits behind the showroom, so you can watch the goldsmiths at the bench while you browse.
- 320 Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand
- Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–2pm
Ship Worldwide
We ship worldwide from New Zealand.
Every ring is made to order and shipped directly from our Nelson workshop. Tracked and beautifully packaged.
- Free worldwide shipping on orders over US$499
- Most pieces ready in 2 to 3 weeks or less. Custom commissions can take longer.
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