Victorian 18ct Gold Carnelian Signet Ring

Victorian 18ct Gold Carnelian Signet RingVictorian carnelian signet ring dated 1879. Large oval face suitable for most designs. Intaglio Carving only. Secondary design, monogram, or inscription behind the head is possible. *** Ring size: N 1 2 or 7 US. Resizable for 55 Head: 15. 8mm by 12. 6mm Weight: 8. 3 grams Stone: Carnelian Hallmarks: English, London, 18ct Gold, 1879, JL Maker's Mark Condition:

small flower vases

The clover

In Christianity it represents the five wounds of Christ

to me at least

And all shimmering with the stone's trademark velvety schiller

organic scrollwork typical of such pieces

and as fierce guardians of temples

it dates from the Edwardian era - circa 1910 - with stones resting in elongated belcher-style prong mounts that allow light in behind the stones

- Cupid riding a hippocamp: the Wild Ride of Love

wear to the facet edges of the stones consistent with age

Stone: Sapphire (lab-grown) and Diamond

At 11mm wide (including the frame)