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Period: 15th Century and Earlier
Lapis Lazuli Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring in 18kt yellow gold with a heliotrope lapis lazuli intaglio engraved with an Abraxas in the form of an alectorocephalic anguipede holding a shield and a spear. These kind of sto...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Curated Antique Roman Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold & Old Agate
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Roman Seal Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold & Old Agate
This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum
Roman Solid Gold Ring ...
Category
Afghan Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Second Century AD Ancient Roman Red Jasper Intaglio Of Minerva Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Depicted to the front is Minerva, the goddess of war and wisdom. She is shown standing and facing right, draped in a voluminous peplos. Her attributes are finely carved on the stone:...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hematite Gnostic Inscribed Intaglio Roman Period 2nd-4th Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Depicting the cobra Uraeus with head of a goddess, stars and inscription in the field. The Uraeus is a symbol for the goddess Wadjet. She was one of the earliest Egyptian deites and ...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring c.1st Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, circa 1st century AD
This large hollow gold ring features a carnelian intaglio set in a raised broad bezel. The intaglio is engraved with the Roman goddess Minerva. She...
Category
Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
A Greek High Karat Gold Ring. Hercules' Knot 4th - 3rd century B.C
Located in Firenze, IT
A greek high karat gold ring. Hercules' knot. The ring is characterized by a flat hoop, ending with two connections (thicker, and worked with a dotted thread), from which an elegant ...
Category
Greek Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Banded Agate Amulet Ring, Circa 3rd Century A.D.
Located in New York, NY
A Roman gold and banded agate amulet ring
Circa 3rd Century A.D.
The circular banded agate cabochon in the shape of an eye meant to protect the wearer, in a period high carat gold s...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Exquisite Engraved Gold Medieval Posy Ring c. 1400 – 1450
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1400 – 1450
This exceptionally rare medieval posy ring is crafted in high-karat gold (approximately 22.25 Kt) and exemplifies the fine goldw...
Category
Medieval Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Collection Of Six Ancient Islamic Intaglio Seals
Located in New York, NY
A lot of three ancient Roman colorful intaglio seals. Circa 1st to 3rd centuries AD. The two pieces are crafted from carnelian and feature a hand carved image of the god Mercury wear...
Category
European Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ancient Hellenistic Gold Ring with Medusa Motif c. 300 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 300 BC This impressive high karat gold ring (approximately 22.5 Kt) dates to the Hellenistic period and features a stirrup-shaped design. At its center is an embossed gold dis...
Category
Hellenistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Gold
Ancient Silver And High Karat Gold Phallic Ring Roman 2nd /3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
An Ancient silver and high karat gold phallic ring.
Roman, 2nd /3rd century AD.
Ring size 8 US.
It’s a substantial ring and weight 9.87 grams.
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Roman Silver Signet Men's Ring With The She-Wolf Of Rome
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman Silver Signet Ring with the she-wolf of rome 1st-3rd century AD
Top size : 21mm
Size 7 1/2
Weight 17,25gr.
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Roman Silver Signet Men's Ring With Erotic Scene
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman Silver Signet Ring with fauno on the phallus 1st-3rd century AD
Top size: 2.4cm
Size 9
Weight 18,92gr.
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio of Fortuna 1st – 3rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
An Ancient Roman hollow gold finger ring, with expanding shoulders, and an oval bezel, set with an exquisitely engraved carnelian intaglio.
Fortuna is depicted on the intaglio, she ...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Gold Ring With Rabbit Pinkish Agate Roman Cameo 1st-Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A hardstone with a rabbit in pinkish agate in gold collet settings.
Roman cameo of a rabbit that was carved around 100AD. The rabbit symbolize fertility, a...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ancient Byzantine High Carat Gold Cabochon Garnet Amulet Ring with Hidden Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine, museum quality unusual early Byzantine 6th-8th Century AD amulet ring with a hidden cross.
High circular flower form bezel with a domed top set w...
Category
Byzantine Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
A Merovingian High Karat Gold Ring 6Th/ 7Th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
A Merovingian high karat Gold Ring 6Th/ 7Th Century, set with foiled blue and red glass.
Top size:16mm
Weight: 5.96gr
Size: 6
Category
French Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold
A Roman Lapis-Lazuli Cameo Of Cupid Circa 2nd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Cameo on lapis lazuli from the Roman period, circa 2nd century, depicting Cupid turned sideways. The conditions are excellent.
The setting is 18kt gold, probably contemporary in the ...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.85 CTS Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Aquamarine
Weight: 2.85 Carats
Dimension: 9.7x7.2x5.8 Mm
Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Color: Seafoam / Light Blue
Birth Month: March
Shape: Emerald
Treatment: Non
Certifica...
Category
Pakistani Arts and Crafts Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Coin Necklace Set 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Coin Necklace Set 18K Gold
Elegant and Classic Italian style
The coins were found in Afghanistan when the Roman pass through to fight in India.
The coins were then cleaned, preserved as a gold commodity until recently made into a contemporary necklace
The Bochic "Roman״ Multi Pure 18K Gold Coin Necklace...
Category
Afghan Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Ancient Chinese China Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin
This exquisite bronze dragon head hairpin is a stunning piece of ancient Chinese craftsmanship, representing the rich cultural heritage and artistic of Ch...
Category
Chinese Empire Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Roman Carnelian Intaglio Depicting Arione Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D
Located in Firenze, IT
Oval intaglio engraved with a balance surmounted by the profile of Arione, son of Poseidon, flanked by two dolphins.
The myth presents Arione as an important cither musician, saved ...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Old Agate Pendant Necklace In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Old Agate Pendant Necklace In 18K Gold
Elegant and Classic Italian style
This item was found in Afghanistan when the Roman pass through to fight in India.
The agate was then cleaned, ring preserved as a gold commodity until recently made into a contemporary pendant. From the time of Alexander the Great.
The Bochic "Roman״ Multi Pure 18K Gold Coin Necklace...
Category
Afghan Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Roman Brown Jasper Intaglio Depicting The Zodiac 2nd-3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
This Intaglio is Set in an 18 Karat Gold Pendant
This fascinating intaglio is a perfect example of the mixture of classic style and occult interest. We see here the famous symbols o...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Gold Ring with Amethyst Intaglio depicting a Bearded Man, 3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman gold ring depicting a bearded man facing right. The figure is made in a naturalistic manner, with short hair and a beard. He has a detailed face with a long, straight nose. T...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 22k Gold
Gold And Ovoid Agate Roman Cameo Dog Ring 2nd-3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman, Imperial period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A wonderful gold ring mounted with an ovoid agate cameo of a dog. The cute canine sits with his body facing left. Man’s — and woman...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Roman Carnelian Gryllus Intaglio Set in Gold Ring circa 2nd Century A.D
Located in Firenze, IT
An oval carnelian intaglio depicting a grylle (bearded man, horse's head and ram).
Top size 12mm
18kt Yellow Gold Ring
Weight: 7.83gr.
Size: 7
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Genuine 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Indicolite Tourmaline Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline
Weight : 1.90 Carats
Dimensions : 9.1x5.8x4.2 Mm
Origin : Kunar Afghanistan
Clarity : Eye Clean
Shape: Emerald
Color: Blue Indicolite
Certificate: On Dem...
Category
Afghan Arts and Crafts Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Indicolite
Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Ring with Clasped Hands
Located in Stamford, CT
We are proud to show this circular hoop of 22 Kt gold, with coiling around the shoulders, sets an oval shaped intaglio"dextrarum lunctio" on the carnelian. This translates to clasped...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold Lion Bangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold LionBangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan
open and close hinge and safety locks
71 Grams 18K Gold
This Vintage Antic Bracelet is Set in 18K Gold an...
Category
Afghan Anglo-Indian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Diana Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Ancient carnelian intaglio of the goddess Diana holding a bow in her right hand an reaching for an arrow from her quiver. Diana in Roman an Hellenistic culture was the goddess of wil...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of Ancient Greece with this exquisite wearable Museum Quality Silver Snake Ring from the 4th century BC, featuring Snake Head terminals. A Certificate of Authen...
Category
Greek Classical Greek Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Silver Merchant's Men's Ring Seal Ring With Shield And Letters XV Sec.
Located in Firenze, IT
A medieval silver merchant's seal ring with a flat sectioned round hoop that enlarges on the shoulders to form a hexagonal bezel. The seal on the bezel depicts a shield with an armou...
Category
German Medieval Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Medieval Gold Ring with Garnet and Mythical Creatures c. 1200 – 1300 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Possibly Northern Italy, circa 13th century AD
This exceptional high-karat gold ring (approximately 20.95 kt) is a striking example of Veneto-Byzantine medieval jewelry, distinguish...
Category
Medieval Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Old Garant Pendant Necklace In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Roman” Antic Roman Pure Gold Old Garant Pendant Necklace In 18K Gold
Elegant and Classic Italian style
The coins were found in Afghanistan when the Roman pass through to f...
Category
Afghan Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
A Roman Gnostic Intaglio In Agate 3rd Century AD Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A very interesting gnostic intaglio made on a dark grey mottled agate. The front shows two snakes whose tails seem to turn into rods(?) which are then held in the mouths of the oppos...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pendant With Agnus Dei And The Virgin Mary With The Child Late 15th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
A slightly oval pendant with a sturdy silver filigree frame with finely inlaid copper wires, the edge with remnants of fire gilding. Medallions of finely nielloed silver sheet are se...
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
A Roman Hollow High Karat Gold Intaglio Ring Circa 3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Gold ring with oval plain hoop broadening to bezel with inset with an oval banded agate intaglio with the goddess Fortuna standing in profile to the right, holding two sheaves of whe...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Egyptian Goddess Isis Pendant Necklace 14K Gold 600-300 BC Guarantee
Located in New York, NY
Unveil the elegance of antiquity with this Ancient Egyptian Amulet Pendant Necklace depicting the Goddess Isis, dating from the 600-300 BC with a 14 Karat Gold hand hammered bale. The exquisite Isis Amulet is a testament to Egyptian artistry. The pendant features an amulet of the Goddess Isis in Faience of extraordinary design. The intricate details and fine quality of the of the over 2000 year old amulet showcase the skill of ancient Egyptian artistry. It is so special to find jewels from the Egyptian period and this example is in extraordinary condition with superb design and a wonderful depiction of the Goddess Isis.
With a provenance rooted in a private NYC collection, acquired in the 1990s, this pendant of the Goddess Isis connects the modern collector to the ancient past. Its presentation invites enthusiasts to appreciate and acquire a piece of Egyptian history, encapsulating the essence of craftsmanship and style from the classical era. This Ancient Isis pendant...
Category
Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Silver Intaglio Men's Ring With Profile Portrait
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman Silver Signet Ring with profile portrait on bronze 1st-3rd century AD
Top size 25mm
Size: 7 3/4
Weight 18,58gr.
Category
Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Early Byzantine Gold Ring with Christ c. 6th Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Byzantine (the Eastern Roman Empire) circa 500 – 600 AD. This highly important, museum rarity early Christian gold (approximately 22.85 Kt) ring is engraved with the bust of Christ holding a Gospel Book. His nimb is decorated with a cross. Christ is flanked by two crosses, one is slightly higher than the other. There is a gold ring similar in shape and composition of the image with the Virgin and Christ Child in the center flanked by two crosses (the left cross is also engraved slightly higher than the cross on the right side): a ring is in the Byzantine collection at Dumbarton Oaks, Washington D.C., That ring is stated to be a part of the late 6th century jewelry treasury. See Catalog of The Byzantine and Early Mediaeval Antiquities in The Dumbarton Oaks Collection, Volume 2, page 138, O, and plate XCVIII. It is possible that this ring and the ring at Dumbarton Oaks were produced at the same workshop at the same time period. The round gold plaque with Christ has a diameter of 12 mm (almost 1/2 in.) Weight is 6.62 grams.
Approximate ring size 10 (21 mm) resizable Condition: solid gold ring, all original, itact and wearable.
Metal analysis: 95.23% gold, 4.77% silver.
The gold purity of this ring is identical to the level of purity of the Byzantine gold coin...
Category
Byzantine Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Rare Ancient Roman Silver Legionary Ring c. 300 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, circa 300 AD. This rare silver legionary ring features a dark red jasper intaglio finely carved with Roman Imperial eagle standing betwee...
Category
Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Jasper, Silver
Steven Battelle Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin 22K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A one of a kind, authentic, ancient Greek silver coin displaying a griffin is set in an ancient-inspired hammered Steven Battelle design in rich 22K gold. The coin is surrounded by a...
Category
Balinese Classical Greek Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
22k Gold
A Merovingian High Karat Gold And Garnet Finger Ring Circa 5th Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
The hoop formed of two wire ropes, joined to the underside of the circular two-stepped bezel by sheet strap and twisted wires, the outer edge grooved, the bezel with nine cloisonnés set with foil-backed garnets...
Category
French Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold
Fei Liu Smoky Quartz 18 Karat Gold Plated Sterling Silver Earrings and Pendant
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
This exquisite jewellery set draws inspiration from the delicate beauty of sweet peas, capturing their elegance in a pair of drop earrings and a matching necklace. Each piece showcas...
Category
British Contemporary Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ancient Luristan Bronze Horse Amulet Pendant 1000 BC 14 Karat Gold Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Unveil the elegance of antiquity with this Ancient Luristan Bronze and Enamel Double Horse Amulet pendant necklace in 14 Karat Gold. The magnificent ancient Luristan horse amulet da...
Category
Persian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze, Enamel
Scarce Medieval Gold Garnet Ring Antique 13th Century Talisman Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally rare late 13th century Medieval period gold ring, made either France or England, circa 1280!
This Medieval high-karat gold ring is set with a large 11ct irregular-s...
Category
European Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 22k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Natural 9mm Jadeite Long Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
Excellent color and transparency! Supe...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Jade
Ancient Roman Gold Mens Signet Ring Conical Intaglio Ring Gem Carving
Located in London, GB
A superb ancient Roman agate intaglio ring. The high-karat gold signet ring is set with an engraved gemstone, known as an ‘intaglio’. It dates from between the 2nd to 3rd century AD and is a fine example of a Romano-British intaglio.
The conical-shaped agate gemstone displays various bands of colour ranging from honey brown to greyish-blue. The engraving depicts the bust of a man wearing a helmet, possibly winged which would depict Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, financial gain and communication. In Roman times, people would wear rings with the intaglio of Mercury in hope that the he would protect them and bless them with good financial fortune in their lives.
A number of referenced examples of similar ancient Roman conical shaped intaglios reside in notable museums all across the world, from the British Museum to the Louvre. A page with these examples and their sources can be found in the final photos of the listing. Similar examples can also be found in the extensive Alice and Louis Koch collection (items: 234, 235, 241, 301). Again see final images for reference.
The gold ring mount is of D-shaped cross-section and a hollow 22K gold construction. The ring has a fantastic smooth silk-like texture when worn. It remains in good overall condition and the intaglio is very secure in the mount. The gold mount dates to the late 18th to early 19th century, and the shape is inspired by ancient Roman ring...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 22k Gold
GIA Certified 2.30 Carat Cushion Cut Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
GIA Certified 2.30 Carat Cushion-Cut Kashmir Sapphire & Diamond Ring
This exquisite ring showcases a rare and highly sought-after 2.30 carat cushion-cut Kashmir sapphire, certified ...
Category
American Artisan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ancient Bactrian Agate and Carnelian Bead Necklace, 3rd-2nd Millennium B.C.
Located in New York, NY
Ancient amulet necklace composed of twenty one well matched graduated banded agate biconical beads measuring 32mm to 17mm and 22 carnelian beads approximately 5mm in diameter. The agates of exceptional figure showing "eye" formations which were used as protective talismans, with natural inclusions, minor abraisions consistent with age, and pitting possibly from use of the mineral content of the stone for medicinal purposes. Modern twist lock.
A comparable necklace was sold at Christie's New York Ancient Jewelry...
Category
Asian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian
Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of Ancient Greece with this exquisite Museum Quality Silver Bracelet from the 4th century BC, featuring Rams Head terminals. A Certificate of Authenticity is available. We see the form of Ram Head bracelets used...
Category
Greek Classical Greek Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Ancient Egyptian Faience Baboon Monkey Amulet Pendant Necklace 700-300 B.C. 14K
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare museum quality Ancient Egyptian Faience Amulet Pendant depicting a Baboon Monkey, the God Thoth in Ancient Egypt. Thoth was the god of wisdom. The fabulous faience B...
Category
Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Roman Agate Intaglio Ring 18 Karat Gold Symbol of Fortune and Good Luck
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 18 karat gold ring is set with a deep brown agate intaglio. The roman intaglio dates from the second / third century AC and depicts a hand holding a oar, a poppy and one other f...
Category
Italian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Bronze Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Hairpin
Discover the beauty and symbolism of ancient Chinese culture with this exquisite double fish hairpin from the Liao-Jin Dynasty. This remarkable ...
Category
Chinese Anglo-Indian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Antique Gold Seljuk 12th Century Ring Carnelian Intaglio Kufic Islamic Signet
Located in London, GB
This incredible, rare gold ring dates from the 12th century Seljuk dynasty. The carnelian intaglio is set within a typical Seljuk tapered rectangular bezel with a four-pronged gold setting soldered to the outside of the bezel. Applied and pierced arabesque designs are placed at the bottom of each prong which also reinforce the joints.
Further applied gold Seljuk ornamentation decorates the band, including two gold birds and a highly decorative vestigial sprued bottom (back-knob) from the casting. The gold mount itself is also ornately and intricately chased and nielloed with arabesque patterns. Remarkably, the niello work remains in exceptional condition, and can still be seen on the underside of the bezel which is decorated with a lattice pattern.
The carnelian intaglio seal is flat cut base with bevelled sides. This shape was predominantly used in the seals from the 8th to 11th century. The seal is engraved with angular Kufic script with forked terminals which dates the seal to the 9th-12th centuries (Porter, 2011).
For similar referenced examples in museums and notable collections, see final photos, in particular item 26 in ‘Islamic Rings and Gems: the Benjamin Zucker Collection’ (1987).
UK size K, US size 5.25
The ring weighs 9.19 grams and is crafted in high-karat gold (21K gold). The carnelian stone measures 11mm x 8mm x 3mm. The hollow box bezel measures 16mm x 10mm and protrudes 7mm from the base.
This museum-grade ring is a rare survivor, most existing examples have some damage to the ring, intaglio or niello - this is a scarce example in superb, original condition.
The Seljuks, a Turkish dynasty of Central Asian nomadic origins, became the new rulers of eastern Islamic lands following the defeat of the powerful Ghaznavids at the Battle of Dandanakan (1040). Under the Seljuk sultanate, which spanned from the 11th to the 13th century, goldsmiths and jewellers created works of unparalleled beauty and sophistication. Seljuk jewellery...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
VENETIAN DOGE Gold Coin 18Kt Gold Pendant
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite Venetian Doge Genuine Gold Coin Pendant is a stunning piece of history and craftsmanship. Dating back to the 17th century AD, this authentic 18kt gold pendant features...
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Ancient Seljuk Dynasty Islamic Nielloed Silver Signet Ring Medieval
Located in London, GB
Very Rare Antique Seljuk ‘Selçuklu’ Period Niello & Silver Islamic Ring
This incredible piece dates to the 11-13th century Seljuk/Seljuq dynasty. The rectangular bezel features an o...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Jewelry
Materials
Silver
