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Georgian Agate Intaglio Zeus Ring
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Georgian Agate Intaglio Zeus Ring

18th century
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Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring – Depicting Zeus – 9ct Gold

A detailed antique carnelian intaglio ring, carved with the profile of Zeus, the supreme deity of the ancient Greek pantheon. This fine intaglio captures Zeus with a noble bearded profile, wearing a traditional draped robe and headband (taenia), signifying wisdom and authority.

Gemstone: Natural carnelian

Subject: Zeus – King of the Gods

Mount: 9ct yellow gold with split shoulders (Not hallmarked but tested)

Ring Size: Finger size O1/2 USA: 7 1/2

Condition: Excellent antique condition with sharp detailing and light wear

Era: Late 18th century Georgian1780's

This historically inspired piece is both a wearable talisman and a collector’s item, symbolising power, justice, and divine leadership.

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Bushells Antiques has dated this Georgian Agate Intaglio Ring to the 18th Century.

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Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring – Depicting Zeus – 9ct Gold
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A detailed antique carnelian intaglio ring, carved with the profile of Zeus, the supreme deity of the ancient Greek pantheon.
Bushells Antiques

This fine intaglio captures Zeus with a noble bearded profile, wearing a traditional draped robe and headband (taenia), signifying wisdom and authority.

fig 1. An oval orange agate intaglio ring featuring a carved profile bust of a bearded classical figure set in gold.
fig 1. Georgian Agate Intaglio Zeus Ring

Gemstone: Natural carnelian

Subject: Zeus – King of the Gods

Mount: 9ct yellow gold with split shoulders (Not hallmarked but tested)

Ring Size: Finger size O1/2 USA: 7 1/2

Condition: Excellent antique condition with sharp detailing and light wear

Era: Late 18th century Georgian1780's

This historically inspired piece is both a wearable talisman and a collector’s item, symbolising power, justice, and divine leadership.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Georgian Agate Intaglio Ring to the 18th Century.

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Archive I An oval orange agate intaglio ring featuring a carved profile bust of a bearded classical figure set in gold.

Georgian Agate Intaglio Zeus Ring

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An oval orange agate intaglio ring featuring a carved profile bust of a bearded classical figure set in gold.
Georgian Agate Intaglio Zeus Ring
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An oval orange agate intaglio ring featuring a carved profile bust of a bearded classical figure set in gold.
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  • ObjectRings
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialGold, Agate, Carnelian
  • ColourOrange, Gold
  • MotifsOval intaglio, Profile carving, Collet setting, Split shoulder

This 18th century Georgian intaglio ring is formed from 9ct yellow gold and natural carnelian. The oval gemstone displays a bright orange colour and is held within a smooth collet setting, mounted on a shank with split shoulders. The face of the carnelian is finely carved with a detailed profile bust of the bearded classical figure Zeus, wearing a headband and a draped robe. The mount shows a polished metallic finish with dark oxidation accents within the split shoulder hardware. The ring fits a finger size O1/2, equating to a US size 7 1/2. Items of this scale are worn as personal jewellery and displayed as portable antiquities in a modern interior. The piece functions as a wearable accessory or forms part of a curated collection of historical ornaments. Placed on a dressing table or within a display cabinet when not in use, the ring brings classical iconography into a contemporary domestic setting. The precious metal and gemstone construction offers a traditional aesthetic suited to ceremonial wear or daily adornment.

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A Georgian intaglio ring features a gemstone carved in negative relief set within a gold mount, produced between 1714 and 1837 during the Neoclassical revival.

These rings were commonly constructed using high-carat gold and hardstones such as carnelian, agate, sard, jasper, or chalcedony suitable for detailed gemstone engraving.

Authentic period examples display hand-carved gemstone details, collet or rubbed-over settings, period-appropriate gold alloys, and subtle signs of wear without modern casting seams.

An antique intaglio ring functions as a versatile signet piece, suitable for wearing individually on the index or pinky finger, or stacked alongside understated gold bands.

Clean gently using lukewarm water, mild liquid detergent, and a soft brush, avoiding chemical cleaners, steam, and ultrasonic baths that can damage historical settings.
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