Victorian Heraldic Lion Rampant Signet Ring essex crystal modelled in 9 karat gold

modelled in 9 karat gold complete with diamond-set bail

The face is intaglio carved with a heraldic crest and motto: a rampant lion within the Latin words DUCIT AMOR PATRIAE - "Led by love of country"

14 Carved Jade Beads

The oval stone is set east/west along the band

Victorian Heraldic Lion Rampant Signet Ring essex crystal modelled in 9 karat goldDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A striking antique signet ring dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880. The face is intaglio carved with a heraldic crest and motto: a rampant lion within the Latin words DUCIT AMOR PATRIAE "Led by love of country". It's crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, with pinched shoulders and grooved borders around the band. MEASUREMENTS Head: 14. 9 x 12. 4mm Width of band: 3. 2mm WEIGHT 5. 6g MARKS No marks present, tests as 18k