Gold ring with carnelian intaglio

18th-19th century
Gold and carnelian
Ring size: 64 EU; 10 ½ US (possible to resize)
Gross weight: 11g

The intaglio is deeply engraved in an orangish carnelian. The recesses of the intaglio have been patiently polished. The bust is inspired by profiles of Hellenistic rulers created between the 3rd and 1st centuries BC: diadem with floating ends, curly hair, slightly open mouth, draped in antique