Victorian Amethyst Diamond 14K Gold Antique Greek Unisex Intaglio Signet Ring

Centering a cushion-shaped amethyst with a buff-top and checkerboard faceting measuring 10.0 x 12.0 mm Transparent medium purple in color with medium saturation - set in grooved beze...

Centering an oval shaped moonstone measuring 8.5 x 12.0 mm Colorless with vivid blue adularescence and carved with intaglio Depicting a Grecian-style woman in profile with headband S...

Centering a sugarloaf shaped amethyst cabochon measuring 11.0 x 13.5 mm Transparent medium purple in color with natural black speckle inclusions Set with wide tab-like prongs and fla...

Centering a sugarloaf shaped amethyst cabochon measuring 11.0 x 13.5 mm Transparent medium purple in color with natural black speckle inclusions Set with wide tab-like prongs and fla...

A rare and exquisite example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, this ring is masterfully fashioned in 14k tricolor gold—rose, yellow, and green hues—forming ornate scrolling shoulders a...

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...

1880s Victorian Etruscan revival Amethyst 14k gold ring. The 1880s Victorian Etruscan Revival Amethyst 14K Gold Ring represents a significant intersection of historical influences a...

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...