Find an expansive variety of intaglio rings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs - crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold - can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 491 vintage examples as well as 70 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of intaglio rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Georgian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Chushev, Elizabeth Locke and Diane Griswold Johnston produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 145 Carnelian versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of oval cut, uncut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of intaglio rings, as most of the options available are for women. How Much are Intaglio Rings?Īntique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world. No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Wire Wrapped Mens Hematite Intaglio Cameo Ring Handsome genuine hand carved hematite intaglio cameo cabochon that we have expertly hand wrapped in strands of 14k gold filled wire.
One hardstone intaglio depicting a ribbon above a shield and three owls. One custom-cut rectangular sardonyx intaglio depicting a Roman. We ship to the USA, Internationally and Across Canada. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity. Discover our great selection of antique mens rings, estate mens rings and vintage mens rings today We ship to the USA, Internationally and Across Canada. Try on this intaglio ring at Cynthia Findlay Antiques. Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bvlgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Simple but giving a bold statement on the hand, this vintage mens ring would make a fantastic gift Dating to the Mid-Century, the ring is crafted of sturdy, easy-to-wear 10K gold. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings - well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). It is composed of two fleur de lis, one within a tilted shield and a helmet above. The large oval banded two tone carnelian, an orange variety of chalcedony, features a finely carved intaglio of an armorial crest. Condition notes: The small black spots seen on both the back and front of the intaglio are natural inclusions in the stone and should not be considered flaws or faults but an inherent quality of the materials used.Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.Įngagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. An 18ct gold and carnelian men’s signet ring that was made circa 1840-1870.
What is special about this piece, besides the amazing quality of the intaglio itself, is that it is set into a finger ring and remains in its period setting and is in great condition - unmarked verified and tested using X ray spectrometry - total weight 15.4grms - overall dimensions of face 16 x 16mm - current ring size W AU/UK (US 11 1/8) - c.1880 Europe.
The carved carnelian shows a warhorse in action. Intaglio rings such as this tended to be used as pinky rings and as men didn't usually have the same quantity of jewellery as women, they often show much more wear. Persian Intaglio Ring - 11.5 295 or 4 interest-free installments of 73.75 by Add to cart A rare Persian intaglio ring atop a bold tower of chased silver.
The intaglio is bezel set into a heavy gold signet shaped mount with richly textured shoulders of scrolls, leaves and flowers tapering to a plain flat shank at the back. An antique heavy Victorian 15k yellow gold intaglio ring consisting of a tablet of orange carnelian cut into a modified square shape with faceted corners and finely engraved with the profile of a head of a man.