Antique, Georgian, 18 Carat Gold, French, Carved Intaglio Ring

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Antique, Georgian, 18 Carat Gold, French, Carved Intaglio Ring

About the Item

Chalcedony intaglio ring. Intaglios are carved stones, but unlike cameos, where the design protrudes in relief, the design of an intaglio is carved into the stone, in concave relief. This pale green chalcedony with a brownish tinge is intricately carved with a youth in profile, wearing a laurel wreath, symbolising victory. The reverse is inscribed ‘Agrippa’, identifying the subject as Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, (64/62-12 BC) a high ranking general, close confidant and eventual son in law of the Roman Emperor Augustus. The art of intaglio carving originated in ancient Greece and Rome, and was revived in the Renaissance, but reached new heights of popularity in the early 19th century, with the Napoleonic occupation of Italy. Harnessing the classical imagery of the ancient world to bolster the legitimacy of their new regime, Napoleon’s court brought cameos and intaglios to the forefront of European fashion, and this particularly fine example was most likely manufactured in Italy around this time, drawing upon ancient examples. Place Of Origin France Stone Type Chalcedony: 13.5mm x 10mm Setting Dimensions Height of setting: 5.5mm Width of setting at front: 15mm x 14.5mm Metal Type 18 carat gold, French import hallmarks Date Of Manufacture 1800 - 1830 Period Of Manufacture Georgian Condition Very good Signs Of Wear Wear commensurate with age Band Size UK N / US 6.75 (complimentary re-size available) Weight 4.35 grams (gross) A VIDEO of this ring is available upon request, please don’t hesitate to contact us. - A COMPLIMENTARY ORIGINAL ANTIQUE RING BOX WITH EVERY PURCHASE - A COMPLIMENTARY RE-SIZE AVAILABLE We have a huge range of antique rings available, from Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Retro/Vintage. Lots of vintage and antique engagement rings! Please check out our other items. Each set with extraordinary gemstones: diamond, sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal, turquoise, amethyst, jade, citrine, black opal, peridot, tourmaline, pink sapphire, yellow sapphire, coral, aquamarine, zircon, spinel, pearl, topaz, pink topaz, imperial topaz, pearl, natural pearl, moonstone, lapis lazuli, lapis, garnet, jasper, morganite, alexandrite, onyx and agate.

Ring Size:
6.75 US, Resizable
Metal:
Gold
Stone:
Agate
Stone Cut:
Cabochon
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1800 - 1830
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Rochford, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1514211241462