Lot 748 , A Georgian yellow metal and oval red intaglio foil backed? ring with old cut diamond set shoulders, size L.

A Georgian yellow metal and oval red intaglio foil backed? ring with old cut diamond set shoulders, carved with the bust of a Greek Goddess to dexter, (remnants of inscription below bust), size L.
Estimate £200-300

Gross weight 6.1 grams. Area on both sides of the ring where the shank joins the head is quite dark/tarnished, possible repair or later addition?? Several small dings, scratches and nicks around the edge of the setting of the stone. Numerous tiny nicks/scratches to the top of the stone but no visible cracks. Closed back setting. No visible damage to either of the rose cut diamonds. Carved shank showing signs of wear.
Head size top to bottom-18mm.
Would suggest that the stone is most likely to be glass, but not 100% certain.


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Sold for £850