Type of jewel: Vintage mans ring with warrior engraved in stone (intaglio) Condition: very good Style: Vintage antique Theme: Roman or Greek warrior Material: 18K red gold (touchstone tested) Technique: Intaglio - An intaglio or engraved gem is a small gemstone, usually semi-precious, that has been carved, in the Western tradition normally with images or inscriptions only on one face. The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the ancient world, and an important one in some later periods. Strictly speaking, engraving means carving in intaglio, with the design cut into the flat background of the stone, but relief carvings, with the design projecting out of the background as in nearly all cameos, are also covered by the term. The activity is also called gem carving, and the artists gem-cutters. References to antique gems, and intaglios in a jewellery context, will almost always mean carved gems. Precious stone(s): One black onyx or deep dark cornelian (dark agate anyway) Birth and month stones: Cornelian is the birthstone (or month stone) for July and Onyx is the birthstone (or month stone) for July. Hallmarks: "18K" indicating 18K gold Dimensions: top of ring 1,92 cm (0,76 inch) x 1,50 cm (0,59 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches Weight: 6,00 gram (3,86 dwt) Ring size: EU-58 & 18½, USA-8¼, UK-Q Adin reference Nº: 24137-0355 - Accompanied by a professional report of authenticity for your peace of mind. - Shipped insured and registered for your security, though you're most welcome to collect in person. - For shipments outside the EU, import duties and other charges may apply. We advise checking this in advance. - We invite you to browse through our customer feedback to discover the level of satisfaction we consistently provide. - See more of our products, visit: https://auction.catawiki.com/lotsfrom/Adin - Antique and vintage jewellery often undergoes thoughtful refurbishment, remodelling, or repairs to enhance its longevity and wearability. Such pieces frequently bear marks of this tender care. Furthermore, we present our antique and vintage jewellery in its authentic state, refraining from removing scratches or applying rhodium plating to white gold items. Our priority is to preserve the genuine allure and history of each piece. However, as the new owner, you have the option to take it to a local goldsmith for a cosmetic refresh, should you choose.