{"title":"signet","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-gold-hardstone-cameo-ring-ajax-the-great-god-of-war-warror-gladiator-intaglio-bust-ring-signet-ring","title":"Antique French Cameo Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exceptional French antique cameo ring, dating to around 1900, features a finely carved hardstone agate cameo depicting Ajax the Great, a legendary Greek warrior of the Trojan War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe layered agate is expertly cut from a single piece, creating a striking bi-colour effect that enhances the depth and realism of the carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn Greek mythology, Ajax was renowned for his immense strength and unwavering courage. A formidable fighter, he was trained by the wise centaur Chiron alongside Achilles and played a pivotal role in Homeric legend. The craftsmanship of this ring reflects the enduring admiration for classical antiquity that influenced European jewellery at the turn of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCrafted in solid 18K gold, the ring is marked with a French lozenge maker's mark, possibly for Benjamin Rousseau or B. Roux (both active c. 1899). It also bears the French \u003ci\u003eTête de cheval\u003c\/i\u003e (horse’s head) hallmark, confirming its 18K gold composition and manufacture between 1838 and 1919.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ring remains in excellent condition, a testament to its careful preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Q½ | \u003cb\u003eUS Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.16g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBezel Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 24mm x 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954320691508,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/Ravensbury32.jpg?v=1776777831"},{"product_id":"antique-georgian-late-18th-century-intaglio-signet-ring-with-ancient-roman-nicolo-intaglio-of-hercules-1st-2nd-century-ad","title":"Ancient Roman Intaglio Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exceptional ring combines the artistry of two distinct eras: an ancient Roman nicolo intaglio, dating to the 1st to 2nd century AD, set within an elegant late 18th-century gold signet mount. Nicolo intaglios are a refined type of glyptic art, crafted from sardonyx, agate, chalcedony, or glass, where a lighter surface layer is skillfully carved away to reveal a darker ground. In this example, the intaglio is made from glass, featuring a mottled light blue layer over a deep blue background. It likely depicts Hercules, the Roman God of strength and heroism, a subject revered in antiquity as a symbol of power, courage, and virtue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGlyptic art has been admired since the height of the Roman Empire, enjoying notable revivals during the Renaissance and Georgian periods. The intaglio tradition, treasured by aristocratic collectors, became an essential part of the ‘Grand Tour,’ with ancient pieces like this often set into jewellery during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. For context, similar examples can be found in the collections of the British Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe intaglio is secured in a classic rubover setting, accentuated by a grooved bezel and gracefully flared shoulders, which taper into a plain, rounded band. Crafted in 18K gold, the ring boasts a silky, smooth texture, a testament to both its craftsmanship and centuries of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUK size O (US size 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIntaglio: 11mm x 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA stunning example of ancient glyptic art paired with Georgian-era craftsmanship, this ring offers a timeless connection to history, symbolising strength and endurance across millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954409525556,"sku":"","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3259.jpg?v=1738101724"},{"product_id":"french-mid-19th-century-neo-renaissance-silver-intaglio-signet-ring-style-of-jules-wiese-froment-meurice-figural-greyhound-coat-of-arms","title":"Antique French Silver Intaglio Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA striking 19th-century French Neo-Renaissance silver intaglio ring, crafted in the manner of Jules Wièse and Froment-Meurice, two of the most celebrated Parisian jewellers of the period. Dating to around 1840, this intricately designed ring features a milky blue chalcedony intaglio, engraved with a French heraldic coat of arms depicting two roses and a lion. This particular crest was adopted by several noble French families, including the Begon, Joisel, and Oudan families of Champagne (see final image for comparison).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bezel-set intaglio is flanked by two sculpted greyhounds, a heraldic symbol associated with loyalty, faithfulness, and nobility—a widely used motif in French decorative arts and aristocratic insignia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ring is stamped on the outer band with an antique French control mark, which appears to be the ‘mask’ silver mark, indicating it was made in Paris between 1819-1838. Additionally, the inner band bears later English stamps, which suggest it was imported and resold in Britain at a later date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJules Wièse (1818-1890), a German-born chiseller and master jeweller, worked closely with the renowned Parisian goldsmith François-Désiré Froment-Meurice (1802-1855), producing exceptional pieces in the Neo-Gothic and Neo-Renaissance styles. Together, they created some of the most significant works of 19th-century French goldsmithing, including the reliquary of the Talisman of Charlemagne for Emperor Napoleon III (1855) and the sword of Marshal de Mac-Mahon (1860). A similar example of their work is held in the British Museum (item AF.2558) (see final image for reference).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRing size: UK N \/ US 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIntaglio dimensions: 11mm x 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWeight: 7.94g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMaterial: Silver with antique French and later English hallmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA rare and exquisitely crafted piece, embodying the refined artistry of mid-19th-century French jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954492494132,"sku":"","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3602-2.jpg?v=1762374556"},{"product_id":"victorian-orange-agate-intaglio-ring","title":"Victorian Orange Agate Intaglio Ring","description":"A gold signet ring set with a Victorian agate intaglio dating to the second half of the 19th century. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe intricately engraved stone depicts the side profile of a bearded man wearing a headscarf. The underside of the stone is of a domed shape. It displays a fantastic and vibrant orange base colour with splashes of deep red and patches of yellow. The intaglio is bezel set in a later 14K gold mount leading to a smooth, plain band.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUS ring size 9, UK ring size S\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ring weighs 4.35g, the oval bezel measures 16mm x 14mm. The band measures 3mm across. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe outer band of the ring is stamped with a French ‘St. Jaques’ control mark to indicate imported 14K gold.","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072978698548,"sku":"","price":685.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8076.jpg?v=1699091492"},{"product_id":"ancient-indus-valley-bead-ring","title":"Antieke Indus-ring met carneoolkraal","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEen geëtste carneoolkraal uit de oude Indusvallei, midden 3e millennium v.Chr., gezet in een latere ring van 22K goud.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDe conische oranje carneool is versierd met witte geometrische patronen, aangebracht door alkalisch bleken door de Harappanen van de Indusbeschaving (het huidige Pakistan en India). Kralen als deze zijn gevonden op belangrijke Indus-vindplaatsen en bevinden zich in collecties zoals die van het Louvre en het British Museum. Ze reisden bovendien ver langs vroege handelsroutes, tot in Mesopotamië, Egypte en Griekenland.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDe kraal is gezet in een latere montuur van hooggehalte goud, vermoedelijk in de 18e of 19e eeuw vervaardigd naar voorbeeld van antieke stijlen. De holle, rond doorgesneden schiene verbreedt zich naar de kop en voelt zijdezacht aan de vinger.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEen zeer kleine ring, voor de pink of een slanke hand, met meer dan vierduizend jaar geschiedenis.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e kraal midden 3e millennium v.Chr., montuur vermoedelijk 18e of 19e eeuw; Franse keurmerken, getest als 22K goud; carneool 10mm x 10mm x 5mm; UK E, US 2¼ (zeer klein); 10g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vraag gerust een gedetailleerd conditierapport aan.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGeleverd met certificaat van echtheid (Certificate of Authenticity). Gratis, verzekerde verzending vanuit Londen met DHL Express. Ringen passen we waar mogelijk kosteloos aan. Afhankelijk van uw land kunnen invoerrechten en belastingen worden geheven.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47538369560884,"sku":"","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/Ravensbury12.jpg?v=1776779439"},{"product_id":"portuguese-steel-and-gold-signet","title":"Portuguese Steel and Gold Signet","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA traditional antique Portuguese steel and gold signet ring, dating from the early 20th century, circa 1900. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe ring shows a coat of arms which has been engraved onto an oval steel plaque. This combination of both steel and inlayed gold is typical of Portuguese signet rings. The coat of arms belongs to a nobleman and the carving would have been used to make wax seals for important deeds and letters regarding family affairs. The inner band is crafted from high karat gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUK size P, US size 7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe ring weighs 10.08 grams, and the oval face measures 13mm x 10mm. The band measures 5.5mm across at the back of the ring. The gold tests as 19.2K, the Portuguese gold standard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47961990136116,"sku":"","price":805.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/35D0DF3C-396E-49EF-8C00-C216BD9786F9.jpg?v=1715705809"},{"product_id":"moroccan-gold-military-ring","title":"Marokkaanse militaire ring uit Taza","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEen Marokkaanse gouden ring uit 1912, ter herinnering aan de gebeurtenissen in Taza in het jaar waarin Frankrijk zijn protectoraat over Marokko vestigde.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHet Verdrag van Fes, dat jaar ondertekend, leidde tot de verdeling van Marokko in zones onder Frans en Spaans gezag. Taza, een strategische stad tussen de Rif en de Midden-Atlas, beheerste de route tussen Noord- en Midden-Marokko en was het toneel van schermutselingen, manoeuvres en onderhandelingen toen de Franse troepen op verzet van lokale stammen stuitten.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDe ring, in Marokko vervaardigd van opengewerkt en gegraveerd goud, draagt de maansikkel en de Hand van Fatima, een symbool van bescherming. Waarschijnlijk werd hij gemaakt als aandenken voor een Franse soldaat of officier die in Taza gelegerd was; de gravure in het Latijnse in plaats van het Arabische alfabet wijst in die richting, al kan hij evengoed het Marokkaanse verzet hebben geëerd.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDoor jarenlang dragen glad en zijdezacht geworden: een kleine ring met een groot verhaal.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1912; Marokko; zonder keurmerk, getest als 18K goud; voorzijde 11mm van noord naar zuid, 2mm aan de achterzijde; UK N, US 6¾; 2,35g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zacht gesleten door vele jaren gebruik. 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Afhankelijk van uw land kunnen invoerrechten en belastingen worden geheven.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48186492649780,"sku":"","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A1022.jpg?v=1725027383"},{"product_id":"scarce-medieval-pie-dish-ring","title":"Middeleeuwse 'pie-dish'-ring met granaat","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEen gouden ring van eind 13e eeuw, rond 1280 vervaardigd in Frankrijk of Engeland, gezet met een grote granaat cabochon van 11ct.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eVictoriaanse verzamelaars noemden dit type een 'pie-dish'- of 'moule à tarte'-ring (taartvorm), omdat de achthoekige kastzetting met haar fijn uitgeholde profiel aan een taartbodem doet denken. De onregelmatige granaat past er precies in, en de kast rijst op boven een massieve ringband met ronde doorsnede. Zulke ringen waren vooral geliefd in de laatste decennia van de 13e eeuw.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMiddeleeuwse lapidaria, boeken over de krachten van stenen, schreven granaten bescherming toe tegen gif, pest en nachtmerries. De Kerk zag er het bloed van Christus in, en vorsten droegen ze ter bescherming. Een steen van deze grootte en kwaliteit wijst op een hooggeplaatste edelman of geestelijke.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eNauw verwante ringen bevinden zich in de collectie van Alice en Louis Koch (560 en 566, Zwitsers Nationaal Museum), de Hermitage (30-738), het V\u0026amp;A (M.285-1962) en het British Museum (AF.1817); nog zes zijn als Treasure geregistreerd in het Portable Antiquities Scheme.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1280; Frankrijk of Engeland; getest als 22K goud; granaat cabochon 11ct, 9mm x 6mm; kast 14mm x 15mm, hoogte 5mm; ringband 2mm; UK R½, US 9; ca. 6,2g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Origineel en in museumwaardige staat.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGeleverd met certificaat van echtheid (Certificate of Authenticity). Gratis, verzekerde verzending vanuit Londen met DHL Express. Ringen passen we waar mogelijk kosteloos aan. Afhankelijk van uw land kunnen invoerrechten en belastingen worden geheven.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48286480073012,"sku":"","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/DSC_0280-3.jpg?v=1778589753"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-eros-intaglio-ring","title":"Antique Gold Eros Intaglio Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA striking gold ring, dating from the early 20th century. The figural shoulders are adorned with angelic putti motifs, delicately sculpted to depict Eros, the Greek God of love and desire, who is often associated with Cupid in Roman mythology. These cherubic figures bring an air of romance and whimsy to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the heart of the design is an oval intaglio, engraved in the ancient Roman style to portray Eros holding a torch. In classical iconography, the torch symbolises how love 'inflames the heart’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe intaglio measures an impressive 18mm x 12mm, providing a bold focal point that complements the intricate detailing on the shoulders. The ring is stamped with a 375 hallmark for 9K gold and weighs 7.1 grams, offering a substantial feel when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis unique piece is a UK size R (US size 8.5). It remains in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48360185004340,"sku":"","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2152.jpg?v=1762375049"},{"product_id":"ancient-roman-gold-signet-ring","title":"Ancient Roman Signet Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis remarkable Ancient Roman hollow gold signet ring, crafted in high-karat gold, dates back to the Roman Imperial period, between the 1st and 3rd century AD. Its centerpiece is a carved \u003ci\u003enicolo\u003c\/i\u003e blue agate intaglio, engraved with a theatre mask, or \u003ci\u003eprosopon\u003c\/i\u003e, a symbol deeply rooted in Greek and Roman theatrical culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe mask is likely a comic theatre mask depicting Silenus. Known as the wise yet drunken figure of Greek mythology, Silenus symbolised musical creativity and prophetic ecstasy. His theatrical mask symbolises his role as the patron of the arts and the unbridled joy of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntaglios in Ancient Rome were not merely decorative but functional, serving as personal seals for identifying ownership or authenticity in wax seals. This practice underscores the ring's dual role as a piece of art and a utilitarian object in ancient society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeighing 2.71 grams, this hollow-constructed ring is a testament to Roman artistry and ingenuity. Its lightweight design reflects typical Roman techniques of the era. 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The ring features a carved oval carnelian stone set in a smooth signet mount crafted in 10K gold.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe carnelian is finely engraved with the side profile of Diana, the Roman goddess of wild animals and the hunt (identifies with the Greek goddess Artemis). She is depicted wearing a crescent moon crown in neoclassical style.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe intaglio is set in a ribbed gold rubover setting, with smooth trumpeting shoulders leading to a tapered shank, typical of the period. 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The emerald is securely held within an unusual jagged gold bezel, its deep green hue contrasting beautifully against the rich blue and green enamelwork on the shoulders.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe band is finely decorated with scrolling enamel motifs, a technique long associated with Indian jewellery craftsmanship. The emerald, while included and of low clarity, exhibits a vibrant, lush green tone, typical of stones sourced from historic mines in the region.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eStamped with a 750 hallmark indicating 18K gold, along with a maker’s mark. The ring measures UK size I (US size 4.25) and weighs 5.4 grams. The emerald itself measures 9 x 8 x 4mm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: The enamel shows minor wear commensurate with age, but remains largely intact. 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Fortuna is shown crowned, holding a cornucopia in her left hand and a ship's rudder in her right, with a star shining in the background—symbols of abundance, fate, and guidance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe jasper intaglio, mottled with grey, brown, and green tones, has areas of translucency that enhance the depth of the engraving. Rings depicting Fortuna were worn in antiquity as protective amulets, invoking her favour and good fortune. Similar examples have been found in archaeological excavations, including a notable hoard of 34 intaglios discovered in a Roman bathhouse near Hadrian’s Wall, where several depicted the goddess Fortuna.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe carved gemstone is rubover set in a high-karat gold signet-style ring with a smooth, domed shape. The hollow construction and tapered form reflect traditional Roman ring designs. While the mount itself in fact dates to a later period, it remains in keeping with ancient Roman jewellery aesthetics. The ring measures 22mm north to south, with a band width of 3mm, and weighs 8.76 grams. The intaglio itself measures 15mm by 12mm.  The ring measures UK size S 1\/2, US size 9.25. 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The stone’s natural brown and white banding provides a striking contrast, enhancing the depth of the carving.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe gold mount features grooved shoulders, a classic design element of the period, tapering elegantly into the shank. The intaglio measures 9mm by 6mm with a depth of 3mm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeighing 3.48 grams, the ring is a UK size Q½ (US 8.25). Unmarked but testing as 15K gold, it remains in excellent condition, with the intaglio and setting both extremely well-preserved despite its significant age. A superb example of English mid-19th-century craftsmanship.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48514285895988,"sku":"1017810020","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3792-2.jpg?v=1742590625"},{"product_id":"vintage-9k-gold-tiger-s-eye-signet-ring-london-1973","title":"Vintage Tiger’s Eye Signet Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA classic men’s signet ring, crafted in 9K gold and set with a richly coloured tiger’s eye gemstone, showcasing the stone’s natural chatoyancy with bold stripes of golden brown and deep umber.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis piece was hallmarked in London in 1973 and remains a solid, wearable vintage ring. The oval bezel measures 12mm x 11mm, while the back of the band is 3mm wide, ensuring comfort and balance on the finger.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eUK size T½ (US 9.75), it weighs 4.85 grams and is in good overall condition, with evidence of a past resizing to the shank.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA timeless and understated design, perfect for everyday wear.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533478441268,"sku":"1017810030","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3984.jpg?v=1743600718"},{"product_id":"french-neo-renaissance-figural-ring-with-moonstone-c-1850","title":"Franse neorenaissance ring met maansteen","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEen sculpturale Franse ring van omstreeks 1850: een gloeiende maansteen, hoog geheven op een klassieke zuil tussen twee Tritons.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDe maansteen-cabochon van circa 5.4ct toont een sterke blauwwitte glans (adularescentie) en rust op een miniatuur Ionische zuil, geflankeerd door twee fijn gemodelleerde Tritons, de zonen van de zeegod Neptunus. De ring is vervaardigd in zilver en 18K goud, met klassieke voluten en opengewerkte schouders.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHij behoort tot de neorenaissance-beweging die in Frankrijk werd aangevoerd door goudsmeden als Jules Wièse en François-Désiré Froment-Meurice, en is in hun trant gemaakt. Een vergelijkbare figuratieve ring, toegeschreven aan Wièse, bevindt zich in het British Museum (AF.2558).\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEen zeldzame, architecturale statementring voor de verzamelaar van 19e-eeuwse revivalsieraden.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1850; Frankrijk; zilver en 18K goud; maansteen-cabochon ca. 5.4ct, 13mm x 10mm x 6mm; UK O½, US 7½; 11.5g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaat:\u003c\/strong\u003e bij een historische maatverandering zijn de makerstekens onleesbaar geworden, en een van de gouden schouderbandjes ontbreekt; geen van beide doet afbreuk aan de uitstraling van het ontwerp.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGeleverd met certificaat van echtheid (Certificate of Authenticity). Gratis, verzekerde verzending vanuit Londen met DHL Express. Ringen passen we waar mogelijk kosteloos aan. Afhankelijk van uw land kunnen invoerrechten en belastingen worden geheven.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48546923217204,"sku":"1017810037","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/DSC_0296.jpg?v=1781519798"},{"product_id":"late-victorian-gold-bloodstone-signet-ring-c-1900","title":"Victorian Bloodstone Signet Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA classic late Victorian signet ring, crafted in solid 18K gold around 1900. The ring features a rectangular bloodstone panel, measuring 10 x 8 mm, with excellent dark green colour and evenly distributed bright red flecks, hallmarks of high-quality heliotrope.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis signet is notable for its crisp architectural detailing, with a stepped geometric motif running down the shoulders, reminiscent of a stylised ladder. It has a satisfying weight of 9 grams, providing a substantial yet comfortable presence on the hand.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHistorically, these rings were engraved with personal monograms or heraldic crests. This example remains unengraved, making it a rare survivor and a blank canvas for future personalisation.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIt is stamped with a clear 18K hallmark and tests as 18K gold. The ring is a UK size S (US 9). 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