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Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 Intaglio Coloured-glass Seals Early 1800'S
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Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 Intaglio Coloured-glass Seals Early 1800'S

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Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set with 10 Intaglio Coloured-Glass Seals & Handle – Early 1800s

A rare Georgian boxed desk seal set, dating from the early 19th century (circa 1800–1820).

The set includes ten hand-engraved intaglio seals in richly coloured glass, housed in their original fitted velvet- and silk-lined wooden case, together with a turned handle made of coloured glass. The handle was designed for use with the interchangeable seal matrices.

Each seal bears fine engraved designs, classical motifs, and Latin inscriptions, including “YACERUNT” — meaning “they lie” or “they have rested.” Such seals were traditionally used to create wax impressions for authenticating correspondence and documents.

Period: Georgian, early 1800s

Origin: English or Continental

Materials: Coloured glass intaglios, gilt metal mounts, citrine-tone handle

Features: Set of ten seals with interchangeable handle

Condition: Excellent for age; original fitted case

A beautiful and historically significant Georgian desk set, showcasing fine craftsmanship and the refined artistry of early 19th-century correspondence.

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Bushells Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Seal Set to the Georgian era.

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Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set with 10 Intaglio Coloured-Glass Seals & Handle – Early 1800s

A rare Georgian boxed desk seal set, dating from the early 19th century (circa 1800–1820).

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The set includes ten hand-engraved intaglio seals in richly coloured glass, housed in their original fitted velvet- and silk-lined wooden case, together with a turned handle made of coloured glass.
Bushells Antiques

The handle was designed for use with the interchangeable seal matrices.

fig 1. An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 Intaglio Coloured-glass Seals Early 1800'S

Each seal bears fine engraved designs, classical motifs, and Latin inscriptions, including “YACERUNT” — meaning “they lie” or “they have rested.” Such seals were traditionally used to create wax impressions for authenticating correspondence and documents.

fig 2. An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 Intaglio Coloured-glass Seals Early 1800'S

Period: Georgian, early 1800s

Origin: English or Continental

Materials: Coloured glass intaglios, gilt metal mounts, citrine-tone handle

Features: Set of ten seals with interchangeable handle

Condition: Excellent for age; original fitted case

A beautiful and historically significant Georgian desk set, showcasing fine craftsmanship and the refined artistry of early 19th-century correspondence.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Seal Set to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1183734
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Archive I An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case.

Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 Intaglio Coloured-glass Seals Early 1800'S

Archive II An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View II
Archive III An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View III
Archive IV An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View IV
Archive V An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View V
Archive VI An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View VI
Archive VII An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View VII
Archive VIII An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View VIII
Archive IX An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View IX
Archive X An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case. View X
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An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case.
Antique Georgian Boxed Desk Set W/ 10 intaglio coloured-glass seals Early 1800's
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An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set featuring an amber glass faceted handle and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals in a fitted purple velvet case.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialGlass, Silver, Velvet, Paperboard
  • ColourAmber, Purple, Black
  • MotifsFaceted glass handle, Intaglio engravings, Fitted velvet case, Silver collar mount

An early nineteenth-century Georgian boxed desk set contains a faceted amber glass handle with a silver collar mount and ten interchangeable intaglio glass seals housed inside a fitted purple velvet case. The set includes hand-engraved coloured glass seals with classical motifs and Latin inscriptions, alongside a turned citrine-tone glass handle designed to receive the seal matrices for creating wax impressions on correspondence. The exterior of the hinged paperboard case is lined with pale cream silk and velvet, displaying minor edge wear and surface rubbing consistent with age. Measuring approximately 20 cm in length, this traditional writing accessory is suited for display on a home office desk, library table, or writing bureau. It functions as a decorative historic ornament or can be used for sealing letters and documents with traditional wax seals.

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A Georgian desk seal set is a personal writing accessory from the late eighteenth or early nineteenth century, consisting of a handle and interchangeable intaglio seals stored in a fitted case.

These sets were crafted using faceted glass, carved hardstones, brass, or sterling silver for the handle and seals, typically housed in velvet-lined leather or paperboard cases.

Authentic pieces feature period-appropriate engraved or molded reverse lettering, silver collar fittings, slight wear on contact surfaces, and early nineteenth-century typography.

Open fitted seal cases work well when styled open on an office desk, displayed inside a glass cloche, or arranged on a library shelf alongside antique books.

Store the set in a dry location away from direct sunlight, wipe the glass components with a soft microfibre cloth, and avoid applying liquids or cleaners to the delicate velvet lining.
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