Georgian, gold, carnelian agate intaglio ring dainty

Georgian, gold, carnelian agate intaglio ring daintyThis ring is sold, sorry. See similar rings: Metal: gold rings Type of ring: Georgian rings Carnelian intaglio ring, 18th century. This elegant ring is set with a carnelian cabochon, beautifully carved with a Roman emperor wearing a laurel crown. Cameos and intaglios are an art form that dates back thousands of years to the Ancient Greeks, where carved gems were important symbols of power, wealth and prestige, and sometimes imbued with talismanic

"This Vintage Ring is collet-set with an oval black opal

Marks Stamped British hallmark for Birmingham

1920s Sapphire and Diamond Ring

but for its total lack of treatment – a rare combination

Its colour has given its a historic association with water

On the bottom of the cabochon seen from underneath

5 carats (calculated)

Date Of Manufacture 1900 - 1910

30 grams (gross)

it is composed entirely of pierced foliate scrolls with millegrain borders

and would make an unusual and attractive choice for an engagement ring

Cushion-cut Sapphire