Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Sardonyx Signet Ring with Armorial Intaglio Crest feed-agegroup-adult Animal motifs were especially loved

Animal motifs were especially loved during the Edwardian era

It also can be stacked or worn on its own

often layering ropes of them for state portraits and formal occasions

pairing the geometric sparkle of diamonds and rubies with the soft lustre of a pearl

it reflects the refined elegance of the era

Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Sardonyx Signet Ring with Armorial Intaglio Crest feed-agegroup-adult Animal motifs were especially lovedA distinguished signet ring, set in 14ct yellow gold and set with a striking armorial intaglio crest carved in layered bluey grey and black sardonyx, a hardstone traditionally favoured for heraldic engraving. Likely Austrian or German in origin. The intaglio depicts a shield adorned with heraldic devices, framed by scrolling baroque mantling and surmounted by a crested helm with feathered plumes. The precision of the carving indicates it was designed