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Georgian 18ct Gold Green Paste Ring with Intaglio of Janus

991S
520 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

An interesting 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has been set with green glass carved with an intaglio of Janus, the Roman God of change, transition and all beginnings.  He also represents time because he can see into the future with one face and into the past with the other.  It is likely that January, the first month of the year is named after him.

Glass intaglios were originally produced by James Tassie (1735–1799) who was a Scottish gem engraver and modeller. Tassie modelled in wax. They were then cast in coloured paste or glass against a background of subdued coloured paper placed behind. Others copied the technique.  The shank is a lovely fluted design.

Ollys Pick

A very unusual Georgian ring.

Item Number
991S
Measurements
Top 1.3cm by 1.1cm
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Unmarked, tested to 18ct gold.

Condition
Very Good
Discovered
3 years ago
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