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Description
Antique Victorian ring centered carved carnelian within a 18k yellow gold setting. The engraving on this carnelian features a classical female figure, likely inspired by Victorian admiration for ancient Greco-Roman art and mythology. The subject, depicted in profile, is intricately detailed with her hair styled in a traditional updo and a quiver of arrows over her shoulder, suggesting she may represent Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt. Carnelian, a favored gemstone of the time, was prized for its warm reddish-orange hue and smooth surface, making it ideal for intaglios and cameos. Victorian jewelers admired its historical connection to ancient Rome and Greece, where it was used in seals and jewelry, thus aligning with the era's fascination with antiquity. The 18k yellow gold setting in this ring complements the carnelian's vibrant color, showcasing the harmonious pairing of craftsmanship and aesthetic preferences of the Victorian age.
- SKU #R4100
- 18k yellow gold
- Measurements: 18.89mm north to south, 4.94mm above the finger
- Current ring size: 6.50
- Circa 1850




















