Antique Bloodstone Intaglio Locket or Poison Signet Ring in 18ct Gold japanese works well

works well

has picked up a lovely patina over the years which could be polished back to new (not recommended

stunning Australian crystal opals that are full of fire

Materials: High carat gold (tested as over 9ct

Description: Very much in the German Art Nouveau (or Jugendstil) style but with British 9ct mark - it was common for jewellers to borrow design cues but this one is slightly unusual as British Art Nouveau tends to copy the French style if anything

Antique Bloodstone Intaglio Locket or Poison Signet Ring in 18ct Gold japanese works wellDescription: Gorgeous, tactile signet ring. Would possibly have contained a small keepsake or lock of hair (and could do again) but if you prefer you can imagine it as a poison ring! The front intaglio looks possibly like a crane carrying a small sack (presumably holding a baby) and there are 3 initials in fancy script below. Age: c1900 Unmarked Size and weight: 4g, UK L and half, US 6. We wouldn't really want to re size this one but that's not to say