A beautiful and substantial Victorian signet ring in 18ct yellow gold, dating to circa 1880. The head is set with a hexagonal piece of carved carnelian in a rub-over yellow gold mount, engraved with the cartouche initials 'ED' — a personal touch that speaks directly to the ring's original purpose as a wax seal. The carnelian sits as the centrepiece between two court-shaped gold bands, the double-band construction giving the ring an architectural quality and a satisfying weight of 11.8g. Retaining its original 18ct hallmark and maker's stamp 'S.U'.

A handsome and wearable antique signet ring with genuine provenance — the engraved initials, original hallmark, and maker's stamp make this a piece with a traceable history, and the double court band is an unusual and distinguished design detail.

The Details

• Circa: 1880
• Metal: 18ct yellow gold
• Stone: Hexagonal carved carnelian, rub-over set
• Engraving: Cartouche initials 'ED'
• Construction: Double court-shaped band
• Ring Size: U (UK)
• Weight: 11.8g
• Head Dimensions: 19.25 × 12.82mm
• Hallmarks: 18ct, maker's stamp S.U