Greek Amethyst Intaglio ring
£9,850.00
A Greek intaglio ring with the profile of a male athlete, 2nd century BC.
The finely engraved amethyst gem depicts a male athlete in profile facing to the right.
The gem is mounted in a finely executed French gold ring.
18K rose gold, set with an amethyst intaglio.
The intaglio: Greek 2nd century BC
The ring: French, circa 1820
US size 6 1/4
Intaglio Dimensions: 13.65 x 12.49.
Condition: Wear to surface of gem. A chip to upper right and lower left of reverse concealed by the ring setting.