Antique, Georgian neo-clasical agate cameo ring
Current band size: UK: I½ / US: 4.75 /
Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
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Provenance
Dating to c.1810, this handsome Georgian cameo ring is a beautifully preserved example of the period’s fascination with the art and imagery of Classical antiquity. At its centre sits a finely carved hardstone cameo depicting the profile of a male figure crowned with a laurel wreath, a motif strongly evocative of the heroes, rulers and deities of ancient Greece and Rome.
The Neoclassical style flourished throughout the Georgian period, influencing everything from architecture and interiors to dress and jewellery. Corinthian columns, classically inspired frescoes, sculptural forms and ancient motifs became fashionable as renewed interest in Greece and Rome swept through Europe. Jewellery offered a particularly intimate expression of this taste, with cameos prized for their ability to evoke the engraved gems and miniature works of art of the ancient world.
The cameo is secured within a substantial rub-over setting, which gives the ring a pleasing sense of depth and beautifully frames the carved profile. From the setting extend elegant tri-split openwork shoulders, creating a lightness and refinement that contrasts with the solidity of the central cameo. These taper gracefully into a smooth D-shaped shank.
The unusually small size of the ring is particularly charming. It may originally have been intended for wear on the little finger, or perhaps was made for a young boy, for whom a classically inspired signet-style ring would have been both fashionable and appropriate. More than two centuries later, it remains a wonderfully characterful survival of Georgian Neoclassical taste.
The Natural Stones
- Agate: Natural polycrystalline quartz, v. agate.
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold.
The Ring Overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 20.5mm; Width 16.5mm
- Height of Setting: 10mm
General Wear & Condition
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Excellent: all stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
We will only carry out adjustments we are fully confident in and that preserve the structural integrity of the piece.
Simply select your desired size at checkout and include any special requests - we will always do our utmost to accommodate.
You will receive a confirmation email with a link to our re-sizing timeframe guide, so you know when to expect delivery. Once your ring has been dispatched, we will send a separate email with full tracking details.
A small number of rings cannot be resized due to their material or design; this will always be clearly noted in the product description.
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For UK orders, orders are shipped via Royal Mail Special Delivery, the working day after the payment has cleared. Please allow 1-2 business days for your order to arrive.
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Both UK and international shipments are fully tracked and traceable and require a signature from customers upon receipt.
For all orders shipped to the U.S., we cover international tariffs and duties, so you won’t need to worry about them - they are included in the price on the website.
If you wish to return a ring, we offer a full refund minus the cost of these tariffs: 10% for antique rings (over 100 years old) and 15.5% for other pieces.
Please note that some U.S. states may charge a small additional tax on delivery, typically between $40–$80.
