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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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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
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Antique Deco Intaglio Ring Bust Vintage 14 Karat Gold Filigree Jewelry Carved
Located in Torrance, CA
synthetic red stone intaglio features the bust of a man (side profile). Set into a lacy filigree mount with
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Gold Roman Intaglio Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Ring with Intaglio of Mars
Roman, 4th century AD, intaglio 3rd century AD
Gold, nicolo
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Band Rings
Materials
Onyx, Gold
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Gold Neoclassical Ring with Carnelian Intaglio
Located in Chicago, IL
Neoclassical Ring Set with a Carnelian Intaglio of Dionysius
Likely Italy?, or perhaps England
Category
Antique 18th Century Neoclassical More Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
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Bulgari Roman Intaglio Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Litchfield, CT
modern looks, and everyday wear. The vibrant jasper seal features an intaglio-cut image of a hippocampus
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Dome Rings
Materials
Jasper, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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
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