Signet Revival Intaglio Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Carved Lapis Lazuli

A lapis lazuli intaglio signet ring.

Very beautiful bold piece, crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karat and finished with a delicate ultra-fine satin brushing. This massive revival style signet ring was constructed in a octagonal shape with eight side panels rising from a flat platform.

Gemstones: Mount in a bezel with an oval antique intaglio (13 x 18 mm) carved from natural blue lapis lazuli.

Weight: 21.8 Grams, (13.97 Dwt).

Size: 7.5 sizeable.

Measurements: From the top view 22 mm by 16 mm (0.87 x 0.63 Inches) and raise 9 mm over the finger.

Hallmarks: Stamped with the gold assay mark, "18KT".

Note: Intaglio is an engraved gem, frequently is a small and usually semi-precious gemstone that has been carved, in the Western tradition normally with images or inscriptions only on one face. The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the Ancient world, and an important one in some later periods. Strictly speaking, engraving means carving in intaglio (with the design cut into the flat background of the stone), but relief carvings (with the design projecting out of the background as in nearly all cameos) are also covered by the term. This article uses cameo in its strict sense, to denote a carving exploiting layers of differently coloured stone. The activity is also called gem carving and the artists gem-cutters. References to antique gems and intaglios in a jewellery context will almost always mean carved gems; when referring to monumental sculpture, counter-relief, meaning the same as intaglio, is more likely to be used. Vessels like the Cup of the Ptolemies and heads or figures carved in the round are also known as hardstone carvings.

Note: Similar model has been designed by Elizabeth Lockle,

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The intaglio is secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R081922MSTE/.5240