Victorian Erotic Intaglio Swivel Ring Size:9.5 a couple of natural inclusions

a couple of natural inclusions

Known as a family locket

featuring no fewer than 24 scarabs each one resting in a four claw mount and dangling from the main chain

began in the late 18th Century when the Prince of Wales (soon to be Georgian IV of England) fell in love with Maria Fitzherbert

8mm width - Turquoise: 8

Victorian Erotic Intaglio Swivel Ring Size:9.5 a couple of natural inclusionsDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An interesting Victorian intaglio ring, to say the least. The carnelian agate stone is mounted on a spinner, and has been carved with an ancient Roman style intaglio on each side. The domed side, intended to be worn showing up, is carved with a very Roman looking lady. So far so normal. The flat side underneath, however, has been carved with an x rated scene, presumably featuring the Roman looking lady and her husband (or