Portuguese Steel and Gold Signet

A fantastic French 19th century Neorenaissance silver intaglio ring, in the manner of Jules Wièse and Froment-Meurice, circa 1840. The milky blue ...

A beautifully enamelled Royal monogram ‘cypher’ presentation ring of Prince Arthur William, Duke of Connaught and Strathern. It was made around 1905 and crafted in 18K gold. It would have started life as a royal presentation lapel pin and has since been converted into a ring. The cypher features crimson and ivory enamel and is placed below an intricate coronet with fleurs-de-lis and crosses pattée, the coronets used by children or grandchildren of the British sovereign...

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...

This exquisite Elizabethan gold ring dates to the mid-16th century (c.1570) and features a circular bezel set with a high-relief cameo of Cupid, delicately carved in white chalcedony...

This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold. The initials on the front of the ring read 'IO'. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2 Face Diameter: 12x10mm Weight: 3.6g

Vintage Retro French 18 Karat Signet Coat of Arms Ring c.1940's 13.6 grams Solid 18 Karat Gold Beautiful vintage patina. Heavy. Size 6.5 French Hall...

This striking signet ring is crafted with a silver band and a copper crest, showcasing exceptional detail and historical significance. The centerpiece of the ring features a heraldic...

This sweet signet is modelled in 22ct gold. The colour of the ring is bright yellow gold. Initials 'PAF' engraved onto the face. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Face Diameter: 14x9mm Weigh...