Lot 707 , A late Victorian 15ct gold and octagonal amethyst intaglio ring, carved with the bust of a black man to sinister, size Q.

A late Victorian 15ct gold and octagonal amethyst intaglio ring, carved with the bust of a black man to sinister, size Q.
Estimate £500-700

Stone 12mm by 10mm. Gross weight is 9.3 grams. The stone is chipped and is also quite worn around the facet edges. Some slight wear to the setting. Shank in good order.


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Sold for £440