• Pastoral Intaglio Ring

Pastoral Intaglio Ring

£7,200
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Details

This unique ring features a rock crystal intaglio with a pastoral scene circa 2nd Century A.D. set in 18K yellow gold and black rhodium.

Handmade in Rome.

 

The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the ancient world, and has been revered throughout history. From as far back as 5th Century B,C, right up to the 19th century such objects were among the most highly prized in a wide variety of cultures. Due to the unique qualities of the gemstones together with the skill involved in cutting these materials, intaglios have remained greatly prized and collected.

History

The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the ancient world, and has been revered throughout history. From as far back as 5th Century B.C. right up to the 19th century such objects were among the most highly prized in a wide variety of cultures. Due to the unique qualities of the gemstones together with the skill involved in cutting these materials, intaglios have remained greatly prized and collected.

Delivery

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Care

This piece was handcrafted in Italy using the finest materials. Minor imperfections and subtle colour variations are characteristic features that make each piece unique. Since your piece contains an artefact, it may require special care. To ensure its longevity, handle it gently and store it safely to avoid scratches or damage.

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Pastoral Intaglio Ring
Pastoral Intaglio Ring
Pastoral Intaglio Ring
Pastoral Intaglio Ring
Gold
Gold
(18K)
It is a dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. Gold is highly valued for its beauty, rarity, and resistance to corrosion. It does not tarnish or corrode over time, making it a perfect choice for jewellery.
Gold
Gold
(18K)
It is a dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. Gold is highly valued for its beauty, rarity, and resistance to corrosion. It does not tarnish or corrode over time, making it a perfect choice for jewellery.
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Ring size chart

US 4 4 1/4 4 1/2 4 3/4 5 5 1/4 5 1/2 5 3/4 6 6 1/4 6 1/2 6 3/4 7 7 1/4 7 1/2 7 3/4 8 8 1/4 8 1/2 8 3/4 9
UK H 1/2 I I 1/2 J J 1/2 K K 1/2 L L 1/2 M M 1/2 N N 1/2 O O 1/2 P P 1/2 Q Q 1/2 R R 1/2
Italy 8 8/9 9 10 10/11 11 12 12/13 13 14 14/15 15 15/16 16 17 17/18 18 18/19 19 19/20 20
France 46 47 48 49 49.5 50 50.5 51 52 53 53.5 54 54.5 55 55.5 56 57 58 58.5 59 60