Amethyst Intaglio Ring

Bulgari Amethyst Intaglio ring in a brushed 18k gold with an image of a horse galloping. Made in Italy, circa 1970.

An exceptional, impressive antique banded agate and 14 karat yellow gold intaglio signet ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive signet ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The substantial antique ring setting (circa 1880) displays an oval carved banded agate panel (circa 1820), ornamented with a carved intaglio. The intaglio bears a male profile, featuring a beard and tied headband. The surrounding setting is plain and unembellished, melding with the incurved shaped ring shoulders and blending seamlessly with the plain ring shank. This antique intaglio ring...

14k gold ring. This attractive oval carnelian intaglio ring features a handsome figure of a Greco-Roman soldier, facing to the right and set with off by simple shoulders. Marks: None...

Centering an oval-shaped amethyst measuring 15.0 x 20.0 mm and carved with intaglio Depicting the Greek myth of Cassandra and Ajax with both figures, an axe, and torch Bezel set with...

Amethyst cushion signet ring with intaglio engraving in yellow gold, set with a hand‑carved amethyst measuring 12.0 × 10.5 mm and engraved with a heraldic shield with bird and crown ...

Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Hinged Ring, with its oversize stone, vibrant purple hue and half round shank, is beautifully bezel set and matte finished. The ring can be worn for...

Antique 19th century 24kt. yellow gold carved amethyst intaglio ring with a woman's portrait. Made in Europe, Circa 1870's X-Ray has been tested positive for 24kt. yellow gold. T...

This exquisite 14k white gold ring showcases a masterfully carved amethyst intaglio, featuring the classical profile of a laurel-crowned figure reminiscent of ancient Roman artistry....

Antique 19th-century 10kt. pink gold men's large-sized intaglio ring with a carved amethyst, featuring the God Helios. The shoulders of the ring's shank are nicely decorated with two different face masks. Made in Europe, Circa 1890's X-Ray has been tested positive for 10kt. yellow gold. The dimensions - Ring Size: Length x Width x depth: 2.7 x 1.8 x 0.3 cm Finger Size (UK) = U (EU) = 62 (US) = 10.5 Weight: 20 grams The ring is pre-owned with minor signs of use, in good and pleasant condition overall. Helios, in Greek mythology, is the god of the sun and is often depicted as driving a chariot across the sky, bringing light to the world. He is a significant figure in the pantheon of Greek deities, and his name is derived from the Greek word for sun, "Helios." According to myth, Helios is the son of the Titans Hyperion and Theia, making him a second-generation Titan. His siblings include Selene, the goddess of the moon, and Eos, the goddess of the dawn. Helios is often described as a handsome and radiant god, with a crown of sun rays adorning his head. One of the most well-known stories involving Helios is the tale of his son Phaeton. In this myth, Phaeton, eager to prove his divine lineage, persuades his father to let him drive the sun chariot for a day. However, Phaeton is unable to control the powerful horses that pull the chariot, and chaos ensues. The earth is scorched, and to prevent further disaster, Zeus strikes Phaeton down with a lightning bolt. Helios is left grief-stricken by the loss of his son. Helios is also associated with the island of Rhodes, where he was particularly revered. The Colossus of Rhodes...

Exceptionally rare and fashioned in the 2nd or 3rd century CE, the carved carnelian gemstone at the center of this ring hails from the Roman Empire. Displaying a rich red color and carved with the image of two Roman deities with a child, the creation exudes the glory of late antiquity. Each taking a classical contrapposto stance, the leftmost god appears crowned with laurels and grasping a staff, while the other appears nude. At their feet, an infant stretches his arms upward toward the divine figures. The crimson carnelian, more than a millennia-old, is set into a later 14K gold ring setting...