Fine Jewellery - 15th July 2020

Lot 2023

A late 19th century gold shield-form signet ring for the Douglas clan

Estimate £1,500 - £2,000 | Hammer £3000

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Description

A late 19th century gold shield-form signet ring for the Douglas clan, the hessonite garnet intaglio carved with a striated heart beneath a coronet with motto 'Doe or Die' for the Douglas of Cavers, the shoulders and shank are realistically carved in the form of articulated plate armour, size M