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What were intaglios used for?
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An intaglio is used for stamping a positive imprint on a wax seal which identifies and authenticates the letter on which it was pressed. In the Roman Empire, intaglios could be carved out of precious stones such as amethyst or garnet. Shop a collection of intaglios from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Intaglio Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
Steeped in classical elegance, this vintage jewelry set features finely detailed intaglios
Category
Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
This gorgeous necklace is finely crafted by Italian
Category
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Agate Butterfly Intaglio Flexible Ring
By VAIBHAV DHADDA JEWELLERY
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Presenting a stunning piece of jewelry, the 14K white gold agate intaglio butterfly flexible ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Materials
Agate, Diamond, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Hematite Intaglio Ring Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Sz 9.75 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco hematite intaglio ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 10 karat
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Hematite, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kiselstein Cord Intaglio Bangle
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in San Antonio, TX
Kieselstein Cord Bloodstone and Carnelian Intaglio Bangle.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bangles
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Roman Intaglio Carnelian Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
gemstone intaglio was one of the most popular jewelry designs in ancient Rome, as Roman men of social
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Signet Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold