Antique Signet Ring Initials WEP or WES of 10k Gold intaglio jewelry It weighs 12

It weighs 12

A remarkable giardinetti or "little garden" ring (circa 1740-1760)

The earrings are in good condition

and we are providing the option to purchase the piece with or without the 18 inch 14k gold chain depicted in the attached photos

Antique Signet Ring Initials WEP or WES of 10k Gold intaglio jewelry It weighs 12Originally very practical in nature, signet or seal rings were designed in reverse and used to place initials or a coat of arms onto paper using wax, clay, or an embossing technique. Once this function was no longer needed, signet rings became entirely ornamental and the design was no longer a reverse mirror image. This antique signet ring (circa 1920) is 10k gold with the initials WEP or WES. The face of the ring measures 0. 7 inches by 0. 55 inches