Victorian 18k English Bloodstone Intaglio Signet Ring Oval and three-dimensional round balls

and three-dimensional round balls

each ending in a polished gold cap

the entire front surface of the piece is covered in a wonderful design of natural seed pearls

All of the crystals are intact and securely set

but remains comfortable to wear

Victorian 18k English Bloodstone Intaglio Signet Ring Oval and three-dimensional round ballsThe opposite of a cameo, an intaglio is created by carving below the surface to produce an image in relief, with the purpose of pressing into sealing wax. An incredible bloodstone intaglio ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this fabulous piece adorns an oval shaped bloodstone that is bezel set at the center. The stone displays a hand carved motif, which seems to represent the letters "M" and "H" juxtaposed atop one