dum spiro spero / while I breathe I hope Carnelian Stag Seal 9ct Signet

An imposing carnelian seal ring set high on a substantial band and cased in a heavy patterned setting, ready to press the seal in to wax. Engraved with the Latin DUM SPIRO SPERO with a stags head above. For millennia, men wore signet rings that were engraved with a family crest or seal, and this ring functioned as a signature when impressed upon wax on important documents. As evidenced in portraits throughout history, men chose to wear their signet or seal ring on any number of fingers. The piece can easily be resized however please contact us in the first instance to advise

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Carnelian 16mm x 14mm

Unknown

Back of the shank 2.9mm, front centre 20mm

Good Condition

12.1 Grams

9ct Yellow Gold

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