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Coat of Arms Signet Ring, English, Victorian, 18K, Size 9

About the Item

This Victorian-era deeply engraved family crest intaglio signet ring is crafted from 18K gold and agate. The interior bears marks too worn to read, but the gold was tested and the ring made in England. The ring is simultaneously understated and somewhat grand, with the clean, unadorned lines of the mounting in contrast to the intricately carved family crest. The stone itself measures approximately 16.74mm by 13.34mm. The crest is carved into a dark blue, oval-shaped background and features a shield at the center with an emblem resembling a hand holding an object, possibly with wings or feathers extending upwards. The shield contains an engraving of an animal figure, which is a common element in heraldry. Such a ring would have been both a sign of prestige and family pride, but it would have also been used to seal wax on documents, serving as a signature. The ring is a size 9 and could be resized by your local jeweler.
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