1 100 €
Hide pricesThis pretty antique ring is set with a cameo on agate surrounded by small pearls.
| Weight | 3,90 g |
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| Ring size | 55,5 (can be resized) |
| Dimensions (Top of ring) (cm) | 2,3 x 1,2 |
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The jewel comes in a beautiful gift box
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| Ref. | #6875 |
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In nineteenth-century France, gold 18-carat rings set with agate cameos reflected a refined appreciation for history, craftsmanship, and symbolism. Rooted in the revival of classical antiquity that emerged at the end of the eighteenth century, these jewels were closely associated with the neoclassical aesthetic that dominated much of the period. The cameo, carved in relief from layered agate, allowed artisans to exploit natural color contrasts to create highly detailed profiles, mythological figures, allegorical scenes, or idealized female faces inspired by ancient Roman models.
The use of 18-carat gold was deliberate, offering both durability and a warm, noble hue that enhanced the visual harmony of the piece without overshadowing the carved stone. Ring settings were often restrained and elegant, sometimes engraved or lightly ornamented, so that the cameo remained the focal point. This balance between sobriety and sophistication was characteristic of French jewelry of the time.
Such rings were worn by both women and men, particularly among the educated bourgeoisie and aristocracy, where they signified cultural knowledge, artistic taste, and social distinction. They were also popular as sentimental objects, occasionally commissioned to commemorate loved ones or significant events.
Today, nineteenth-century cameo rings are valued not only for their aesthetic beauty but also for what they reveal about the artistic sensibilities of the era. They stand as enduring examples of French jewelry, where sculpture, precious materials, and classical inspiration came together in a single, intimate object.
