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Hand engraved clear crystal 18th century original Georgian (as in George the third or fourth) intaglio. . These, now rare, intaglios were used with sealing wax to seal correspondence. They are often very whimsical while being functional. Due to their size variations each mount has to be hand carved in wax and then cast to suit that specific intaglio. The image depicted is a puzzle composed of five symbols; that when deciphered will yield a phrase that expresses the sentiment of the user. This seal is mounted in 14k white gold, and is awaiting someone who can figure out what it says.

A lovely Art Deco image of a 14k yellow gold horse head in profile; with a 1pt. diamond eye, is set in 14k white gold. A really beautiful ring with great detail.

A large (14x17mm.) original oval intaglio seal of the Roman era, ca. 200 AD, bezel set in a hand cast 14k white gold mount. The immaculate satin finished onyx intaglio image is the profile of the goddess Prosepone; the symbol of womanly virtue. These stones were symbols of affluence and authority since the rise of civilization in the fertile crescent and were used well into the first half of the 20th century.

Hand engraved purple glass 18th century original Georgian (as in George the third or fourth) intaglio. The word "Wednesday" is written in the center. The stone may imply that the owner was Wednesday's child; or possibly their postal problems were like ours. These, now rare, intaglios were used with sealing wax to seal correspondence. They are often very whimsical while being functional. Due to their size variations each mount has to be hand carved in wax and then cast to suit that specific intaglio. This ring is mounted with a 14k yellow gold bezel; while the rest of the ring is white gold.

This lavender oval intaglio of a classical Hellenic beauty is an original 18th century seal from either England or France. The background of the stone has a satin finish; while the image of the woman has a warm sheen. The mount is 14k white gold. These stones were symbols of affluence and authority since the rise of civilization in the fertile crescent and were used well into the first half of the 20th century.

An 18th century English or French clear quartz intaglio of an eagle in flight and a classical man's profile are set in a yellow 14k gold bezel with the rest of the ring being hand cast in white gold. These stones were symbols of affluence and authority since the rise of civilization in the fertile crescent and were used well into the first half of the 20th century.

A Japanese satsuma button of bamboo branches is set in 14k yellow gold. The condition is wonderful and the back has been left in tact. The button is original to the 19th century.

Hand engraved yellow glass 18th century original Georgian (as in George the third or fourth) intaglio. The words "consider my ways" are written around a walking ant. The stone implies its owner is a hard worker and ... These, now rare, intaglios were used with sealing wax to seal correspondence. They are often very whimsical while being functional. Due to their size variations each mount has to be hand carved in wax and then cast to suit that specific intaglio. This one is mounted in 10k white gold.

Hand engraved black glass 18th century original Georgian (as in George the third or fourth) intaglio. The words "always the same" are written around an ivy leaf. The stone implies the constancy of its owner. These, now rare, intaglios were used with sealing wax to seal correspondence. They are often very whimsical while being functional. Due to their size variations each mount has to be hand carved in wax and then cast to suit that specific intaglio. This one is mounted in 14k yellow gold.

A red jasper roman carved intaglio of a scholar is bezel set in a custom made 14k white gold mount. The intaglio is ancient and probably dates from about 200 AD. These stones were symbols of affluence and authority since the rise of civilization in the fertile crescent and were used well into the first half of the 20th century.

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