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Edwardian 18ct Gold Ring with Roman Hard Stone Cameo of a Rabbit

787X
40 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

This is a charming 18ct gold ring that was assayed in Birmingham in 1914. It has been set in a Roman setting with a Roman cameo of a rabbit that was carved around 100AD.  In some ancient cultures, rabbits were symbols of fertility and prosperity. In greek times they were sacred to Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty.

Engraved on the inside of the shank is a sweet memoriam “mar 7th 1915 My Devoted Dad”.

Ollys Pick

The Roman cameo of the rabbit is a wonderful survival from 2000 years ago!

Item Number
787X
Measurements
Rabbit cameo 5.5mm by 4mm
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Assayed in 1914
Maker's mark WG & S
  • Birmingham

  • Gold

  • 18ct gold

Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take special care of historical jewellery
Discovered
1 month ago
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