{"product_id":"antique-18k-gold-carnelian-intaglio-ring-side-profile-gentleman-19th-century","title":"Antique 18ct Gold Carnelian Intaglio Ring, Side Profile Gentleman","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eWe are delighted to offer this captivating antique 18ct gold carnelian intaglio ring made during the early\/mid-19th century.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring is set with a central carnelian intaglio (possibly an earlier carving) of a gentleman in portrait and has been ever so intricately hand-engraved with impressive detail.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eImagining the time, skill and focus required to engrave such a stone (inwards), leaving such a crisp and lifelike portrait is truly remarkable with these pieces. A close inspection around the gentleman's hair, beard, and shoulder seams of his shirt reveals an exceptional depth of detail, particularly considering the entire surface only measures 1.8cm x 1.4cm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe tone of gold is a lovely antique warm hue with a very slight hint of rose gold, which complements the colour of the carnelian intaglio and presents an overall very classically antique and distinguished appearance (Please note the shank of the ring appears to have been resoldered\/later at some point).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis ring is marked 18ct on the inner surface of the shank.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOwing to its understated yet sophisticated colour and design, it could be worn with a variety of accessories, whether worn as a contrasting piece of jewellery among other pieces or as a single ring and point of interest. A lovely piece for antique intaglio lovers, bound to be a conversation starter and a wonderful manner to express your passion for antique jewellery and history.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAll of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard-shell gift box with a velvet interior.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Total Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUK Size: P\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUS Size: 7.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e5.63g\/0.181 troy oz\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58449454727555,"sku":"10093","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/8355\/6483\/files\/mc_1c0ca7cb-3a4e-41b0-b6be-5b70ebd30028.jpg?v=1783953276","url":"https:\/\/jewellerydiscovery.co.uk\/products\/antique-18k-gold-carnelian-intaglio-ring-side-profile-gentleman-19th-century","provider":"Jewellery Discovery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}