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Belle Epoque Bloodstone Intaglio Signet Ring, French

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30-1-14518

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ABOUT THIS RING

Signet rings have been around for thousands of years, typically carved with distinguishing marks that identify the wearer in some way. During those periods in history when few people could write, the stamp of a signet ring (usually featuring a monogram, heraldic, or personal symbol) was critical for rulers, businessmen, and officials for authenticating documents. Though we are confident that you can write, it is still cool to have such a ring. This one, from the early 20th century France, is set with a bloodstone carved intaglio with a coat of arms that features six birds. The stone is set in an ornate hand-engraved mounting featuring scrolls and shell-like designs and will surely add noble flair to your finger. Hand fabricated in 18K yellow gold, it is currently ring size 7 3/4.

Details

Materials:
18 Karat Yellow Gold
Current Ring Size:
7 3/4 Most rings can be resized up or down one size unless noted and sometimes more.
Possible Ring Size:
6 1/2 - 8 3/4
Length:
3/4 Inch
Height:
1/8 Inch
Gram Weight:
14.5 Grams
Period:
Edwardian
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

 

1 Carved Cut Bloodstone

Color:
Dark Green With Red Flecks
Measurements:
16.00 x 12.80 x 2.79 mm

About Edwardian Jewelry

Edwardians took the dark beauty of Victorian jewelry and dyed it platinum blonde. Light and airy filigree, worked with intricate millegrain and detailed designs in that durable metal, was liberally set with the “white” stones—pearls and diamonds chief among them. The Victorians’ sense of whimsy and beloved yellow gold didn’t disappear completely, though, even as the Edwardian era made way for the further-streamlined Art Deco.

Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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