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Sardonyx cameo of John Milton mounted in English, circa 1901.

$11,237.45
£8,200
€9,566.63
CA$15,392.50
A$17,119.82
CHF 8,939.44
MX$208,329.95
NOK 114,170.24
SEK 107,071.54
DKK 71,399.44
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About the Item

Stuart sardonyx cameo of John Milton mounted in a Victorian gold ring. Set with an oval sardonyx 17th century cameo in a rubover setting featuring a profile bust of John Milton (1608-74), the eminent seventeenth century English poet, leading to integrated shoulders and flowing through to a tapering solid shank. Tested yellow gold, English, circa 1901.
  • Ring Size:
    9.75 US, Resizable
  • Metal:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1901
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 171721stDibs: LU18621426822

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