Amethyst flower and diamonds intaglio Victorian ring on gold
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Very rare antique Victorian 18kt yellow gold (hallmark: horse's head) ring set with an oval cut amethyst engraved with a flower intaglio orned in its center with rose cut diamonds on a silver setting.
French Victorian work from the late 19th Century.
Gross weight: 3.70g
Finger turn: 58 (diameter 18.40 / US 8.25).
State : worn of the set, very light oxidation and missing parts on the gold and silver parts, visible on the pictures.
Intaglio (n.f.): a hard or thin stone engraved in a hollow.
Here it is a beautiful amethyst that is engraved. By the way, did you know that the name of this fine stone comes from Greek mythology?
Indeed, Amethystos was a nymph that Dionysus, god of wine and festivities, is said to have tried to seduce on several occasions despite her refusal. The goddess Artemis then transformed the nymph into a cold and impenetrable rock crystal to protect her. In anger and love, Dionysus spilled his glass of wine on the crystal, which naturally took on its colour: a deeply intense and mysterious violet hue.
To find out more about intaglios and cameos, click here: Glyptics
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All our jewellery is sold with a new case, unless otherwise stated.
All our pendants are sold without chain, unless otherwise stated.
FAQ
The authenticity of Galerie Pénélope's antique jewellery?
All our items are guaranteed authentic, appraised and chosen for you by Camille, our gemmologist, graduate of the GIA (Graduate Gemologist), the HRD (Diamond Grader) and the ING (State Certified Gemmologist).
All our jewelry comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Can I try on a piece of jewellery before I buy it?
Galerie Pénélope offers a fitting service in its Parisian office located at the foot of the Sacré-Coeur. For more information, go to the contact us section.
Are the jewels of the Penelope Gallery guaranteed?
All our jewellery is guaranteed for a period of one year from the date on your invoice. We will repair free of charge any manufacturing or other defect, provided that this defect is not related to the use made by the customer, nor to natural wear.
Can I change the size of a Penelope Gallery ring?
For any purchase, Galerie Pénélope offers you the possibility to change the size of your ring up to 5 sizes bigger or smaller (subject to feasibility).
If your ring requires an adjustment of more than 5 sizes, please contact us for a quote.
Shipping & Returns
What are the delivery costs?
Standard delivery is offered.
Tracked shipment against signature with insurance.
Express delivery costs on quotation.
To which country can I have my order delivered?
Galerie Pénélope ships its products to France, the member countries of the European Union and everywhere else in the world.
What are the delivery times?
Galerie Pénélope makes sure that your order is delivered as soon as possible. Therefore, we provide you with these estimated delivery times as an indication:
France: 1-3 working days
Europe (excluding France): 3-5 working days
North America, Asia, Australia, Africa, Other: 5-10 working days