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Find Out MoreAn interesting 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has been set with green glass carved with an intaglioAn engraved stone, the opposite of a cameo, with a recessed design cut below the surface of the stone. Intaglio designs are common for signet rings and fob seals. of Janus, the Roman God of change, transition and all beginnings. He also represents time because he can see into the future with one face and into the past with the other. It is likely that January, the first month of the year is named after him.
Glass intaglios were originally produced by James Tassie (1735–1799) who was a Scottish gem engraver and modeller. Tassie modelled in wax. They were then cast in coloured pasteGlass made to resemble gem materials, which may be moulded, faceted, carved, etc. or glass against a background of subdued coloured paper placed behind. Others copied the technique. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. is a lovely fluted design.
A very unusual GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). ring.
Unmarked, tested to 18ct gold.
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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