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A Fine Quality Victorian 9ct Gold Carved Agate Hardstone Cameo Ring
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A Fine Quality Victorian 9ct Gold Carved Agate Hardstone Cameo Ring

19th century
Sold 15 October 2026 · Bushells Antiques
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A Antique Victorian Hand Carved Natural Hardstone Agate 9k gold Ring.

This is presented in very Good Condition and well cherished.

The Ring Size is UK L . USA 6 . Europe 12.5 . The Front is 2.2 cm Tall by 1.3cm Wide .

The Weight is 6.2 grams.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Cameo Ring to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
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SA704908
Dealers Internal Reference
4634
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Description
A Antique Victorian Hand Carved Natural Hardstone Agate 9k gold Ring.

This is presented in very Good Condition and well cherished.

The Ring Size is UK L . USA 6 . Europe 12.5 . The Front is 2.2 cm Tall by 1.3cm Wide .

The Weight is 6.2 grams.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Cameo Ring to the Victorian era.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA704908
Dealers Internal Ref
4634
Bushells Antiques
Bushells Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. SOLD15 OCT 26
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Archive I A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. SOLD15 OCT 26

A Fine Quality Victorian 9ct Gold Carved Agate Hardstone Cameo Ring

Archive II A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View II
Archive III A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View III
Archive IV A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View IV
Archive V A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View V
Archive VI A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background. View VIII
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A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background.
A Fine Quality Victorian 9ct Gold Carved Agate Hardstone Cameo Ring
Ref: SA704908
A Victorian 9ct yellow gold signet style ring set with an oval carved agate cameo depicting a white classical female profile against a dark background.
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  • ObjectRings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material9ct Gold, Agate, Hardstone
  • ColourGold, Brown, White
  • MotifsClassical profile portrait, Oval bezel setting, Tapered gold band
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 22 cm (9 in)

A Victorian 9ct gold ring holds an oval hardstone cameo in a signet style mounting. The design combines polished yellow gold with a dark brown and white colour palette, featuring a smooth tapered band and a bezel setting that frames the carved agate. Minute surface reflections catch the polished metal, soft wear touches the high points of the gold shoulders, and minor tonal variations mark the natural stone background. The front measures 2.2 cm by 1.3 cm. Classical taste shapes the Victorian jewel, which depicts a white female profile portrait facing left against a dark field. The hand-carved stone relief shows fine lines along the hair and drapery, while the solid metal shank sweeps up smoothly to support the central bezel. This ring suits personal wear as an everyday accessory on the hand today.

A Victorian cameo ring features a raised carved relief image, typically crafted from gemstone, agate, shell, or hardstone, set into a metal band. During the Victorian era, classical profiles and mythological motifs were popular subjects inspired by Grand Tour travels.

Hardstone cameos were typically carved from layered minerals like agate, onyx, or sardonyx, allowing the carver to utilise the contrast between light and dark layers. These carved stones were mounted into gold or silver bezels to protect the raised relief.

Authentic Victorian pieces often bear hallmark stamps indicating gold purity alongside characteristic hand-carved details in the relief rather than moulded glass or plastic. Natural surface wear, layered stone depth, and flush bezel settings also indicate 19th-century manufacturing.

A Victorian cameo ring functions as a distinct statement piece on the index or pinky finger. It can be worn individually to highlight the relief carving or stacked alongside unadorned gold bands for a textured contemporary look.

Clean hardstone cameo rings using warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled brush, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or ultrasonic baths. Store the ring separately in a fabric-lined container to prevent harder gemstones from scratching the agate surface.
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