Victorian Bloodstone Coat of Arms Signet
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A charming antique 19th century bloodstone intaglio signet ring, circa 1880.
The oval bloodstone has been intricately carved to depict a full coat of arms. The Latin phrase ‘Frangas non flectes’ is engraved within the belt of the arms. This heraldic motto translates to ‘You may break me, but you shall not bend me’ and is adopted by various noble families, as well as the Irish Barrett Clan, as well as the Irish Cassidy Clan. The coat of arms itself is quite similar to that of the House of Clinton - a line of Dukes of Newcastle and Earls of Lincoln.
This carved bloodstone intaglio would have been used to make wax seals for important deeds and letters regarding family affairs. The stone is set in a smooth, heavy oval mount crafted in 21K gold.
The bloodstone heliotrope gemstone displays bright red splatters across the dark green background with high contrast. Bloodstone is the March birthstone, historically known as the ‘stone of courage’, worn by warriors in battle for protection and to stop bleeding wounds.
UK size I 1/2, US size 4.5
The ring weighs a good 10.82 grams, and the bloodstone measures 13mm x 10mm.
The ring is unmarked but tests as solid 21K gold. There are some light scratches and scuffs to the stone commensurate with its age, but remains in very good overall condition despite being around 140 years old.
A charming antique 19th century bloodstone intaglio signet ring, circa 1880.
The oval bloodstone has been intricately carved to depict a full coat of arms. The Latin phrase ‘Frangas non flectes’ is engraved within the belt of the arms. This heraldic motto translates to ‘You may break me, but you shall not bend me’ and is adopted by various noble families, as well as the Irish Barrett Clan, as well as the Irish Cassidy Clan. The coat of arms itself is quite similar to that of the House of Clinton - a line of Dukes of Newcastle and Earls of Lincoln.
This carved bloodstone intaglio would have been used to make wax seals for important deeds and letters regarding family affairs. The stone is set in a smooth, heavy oval mount crafted in 21K gold.
The bloodstone heliotrope gemstone displays bright red splatters across the dark green background with high contrast. Bloodstone is the March birthstone, historically known as the ‘stone of courage’, worn by warriors in battle for protection and to stop bleeding wounds.
UK size I 1/2, US size 4.5
The ring weighs a good 10.82 grams, and the bloodstone measures 13mm x 10mm.
The ring is unmarked but tests as solid 21K gold. There are some light scratches and scuffs to the stone commensurate with its age, but remains in very good overall condition despite being around 140 years old.
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