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An unusually heavy 18ct Yellow Gold (tested), Oval Carnelian Intaglio ring, finely carved with the image of a warrior wearing a Winged Helmet (Hermes - Mercury), partial hallmarks. English. Circa 1890

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An unusually heavy 18ct Yellow Gold (tested), Oval Carnelian, Intaglio, Signet ring, finely carved with the image of a warrior wearing a winged helmet.

The winged messenger helmet is a symbol most famously associated with the Greek God Hermes and his Roman counterpart Mercury. The wings represent speed, symbolising their role as a swift messenger of the Gods.

Partial Hallmarks. 

English 

Circa 1890.