Nubian Diamond Fob Seal with Bacchanalian Intaglio - Boxed
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hardstone, gold and diamond figural fob seal; modelled as a nubian figure, the turban surmounted with three old-cut diamonds, the waist terminating on an 18ct gold mount applied with green enamel supporting a carved intaglio depicting a bacchanalian scene, length 27 mm, total gross weight approximately 4 grams.; accompanied by a fitted box.
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- Intaglio - A term used to define a method of decoration most common in glassmaking and jewellery which involves engraving, carving or moulding an image into the background, leaving an impression, and leaving the top surface of the item flat, the opposite to relief carving, and also know as counter-relief.
- Hardstone - Hardstone is not a scientific name for a particular gemstone, but a word used to describe any one or more semi-precious stones used in jewellery and decorative arts, and can include jade, agate, onyx, rock crystal, amber, jet and carnelian. Softer stones and minerals such as soapstone, and alabaster and hard stones used in building such as marble or granite are generally excluded.
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