Late Victorian Carnelian Agate Signet Ring mourning jewellery The shoulders are set with

The shoulders are set with further calibré cut sapphires

indeed it took a over a decade for jewellers re-learn the techniques used by their ancient counterparts

The centre band is convex in shape

The central bands create a weird optical illusion whereby one side appears to be wider than the other

Late Victorian Carnelian Agate Signet Ring mourning jewellery The shoulders are set withDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A striking antique signet ring set with a vibrant carnelian agate panel. It dates from the late Victorian period, circa 1890, with unusual shoulder applied design. Modelled in 9 karat gold, the face remains uncarved. STONES Carnelian Agate MEASUREMENTS Head: 11. 0 x 9. 6mm Width of band: 1. 5mm WEIGHT 1. 8g MARKS Stamped 9ct CONDITION Very good