Late Victorian Carnelian Agate Signet Ring mourning jewellery with applied oak leaf details

with applied oak leaf details to the centre

embellished with tiny pearls that make up the initials JA and LG

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

behind the original glass

which was often in rhyme or "posey"

Late Victorian Carnelian Agate Signet Ring mourning jewellery with applied oak leaf detailsDATE: 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