Antique, Georgian carved crest intaglio ring yellow

Antique, Georgian carved crest intaglio ring yellowAn 18th century agate intaglio crest ring. This eccentric ring is set with a burnt orange hard stone, beautifully carved with what is believed to be a family crest. Cameos and intaglios are an art form that dates back thousands of years to the Ancient Greeks, where carved gems were important symbols of lineage, wealth and prestige. This ring is a rare survival and a very good conversation piece! History Place Of Origin: United Kingdom. Date Period:

Diamonds & Chrysoberyls

Place Of Origin France Marks French assay mark for 18 carat gold (eagle’s head)

Secure within its gold collet setting and surrounded by a ring of collet-set brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1

with excellent clarity and a lively

The setting is all craved by hand and remains in perfect condition

A rare survival

centring on a trio of baguette-cut diamonds seamlessly set side by side

Place Of Origin United Kingdom Stone Type Central diamond: 0

Beautifully carved on the side

and the design of this ring

Hallmarks: marked with '18ct PLAT' indicating 18ct yellow gold and platinum

The collet is exquisite