Georgian Demeter Intaglio Signet Ring Add Inscription:Yes The period clasp is crafted

The period clasp is crafted in 9ct yellow gold

It's worth remembering that the goldsmiths making these pieces had likely never seen a snake

Charming antique torpedo earrings dating from the latter half of the 19th century

Stone: Old European cut diamonds

Georgian Demeter Intaglio Signet Ring Add Inscription:Yes The period clasp is craftedAn 18th century signet ring with intaglio carved carnelian panel depicting the ancient Greek goddess Demeter. Quite unusually, the face is concave meaning that the wax impression it produces is formed over a dome. Mounted in 18 carat gold, the detail is spectacular; Demeter holds a sickle in one hand and two wheat stalks in the other, with a large wheat sheaf laid before her. English, circa 1780. Demeter; the Mother Goddess of Earth. One of the twelve