Vintage seal ring in gold and carnelian “Saadia”

Description

Sublime signet ring of the 50s in 18 carat yellow gold set with an oval intaglio carnelian engraved with an Arabic inscription in closed setting. The delicately worked frame has a chiseled and openwork decoration of rinceaux and windings.
Taille : FR 54/ UK N/ US 7
Length of the stone: 1,6cm. Width: 1,4cm
Gross weight: 8.58g
This unique piece has had a recent life in France.

The story: Known as the stone of artists because it would stimulate creativity, carnelian is a variety of chalcedony with an exciting history. Recognizable by its translucent fire-orange color, the Egyptians called it “sunset”. The Romans widely used carnelian for the realization of seal rings because the hot wax does not adhere to this stone. This is how we find many rings set with a carnelian engraved with inscriptions dedicated to bring luck and protection to their owner.