Hermes With Lyre Intaglio Ring

$3,250.00 Sale Save

This exquisite one-of-a-kind intaglio is masterfully engraved onto a blue chalcedony gemstone. The gem is set in an 18K gold ring. The shoulders of the ring are embellished with a classic "Green Man" renaissance mask motif.

The composition is inspired by a famous ancient Greek intaglio, once belonging to the 3rd Duke of Marlboro. The original now resides in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Dimensions : 3/4" x 1 1/4" (18x35mm); Weight: 23g