Lot 578
An early 19th century diamond ring with earlier carnelian intaglio. The carnelian cabochon,...
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Lot 578
An early 19th century diamond ring with earlier carnelian intaglio. The carnelian cabochon,...
Lot 578
Lot Description
An early 19th century diamond ring with earlier carnelian intaglio. The carnelian cabochon, carved with an ant, to the old-cut diamond sides. Estimated total diamond weight 0.25ct. Weight 2.8gms.
<li>Intaglio believed to be Roman, possibly 2nd to 3rd century A.D.
Ants were a symbol of the Goddess Ceres, along with having magical properties to combat pink eye, warts, gout and arthritis.<p>
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches and discolouration in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Band shows evidence of repair/ resize.
<li>The intaglio mount has significant wear to both sides, showing through to the front of the ring on one side.
<li>Diamonds bright and well matched.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Carnelian in good to fair condition with moderate abrasion abrasions and a moderately shallow chip to the edge of the cabochon, near the head of the ant.<p>
<li>Ring size I 1/2.<p>
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