Georgian Nike Intaglio Ring earrings The last was by far

The last was by far and away the most dangerous

Stone: Shell cameo

4cm including wires

English hallmarks confirm the gold and the year it was made: 1886

Georgian Nike Intaglio Ring earrings The last was by farCool antique signet ring set with a Georgian period Tassie seal depicting the Greek goddess Nike (aka Winged Victory). The seal is formed from orange glass, designed to create an imprint in wax. These seals, knowns as Tassies, feature a pressed glass paste intaglio of an engraving by James or William Tassie. The pair created a prolific collection of engraved gems during the latter half of the 18th century, across a broad range of popular subjects