Georgian Gold Cased Seal with Carnelian Intaglio of Two Dove Birds and Love feed-gender-unisex 4 carats of diamonds set

4 carats of diamonds set in both the cluster setting and on a knife edge setting to link it to its chain

which features a lovely and vibrant natural sapphire with a diamond either side

In the Victorian times

They are made of 18ct gold and have a cluster of small brilliant cut diamonds around their edges

and grace- playing on the concept of the Three Graces from mythology

Georgian Gold Cased Seal with Carnelian Intaglio of Two Dove Birds and Love feed-gender-unisex 4 carats of diamonds setA wonderful late Georgian seal, circa 1820s with its original split ring. Both the split ring and the seal have a lovely decorated repousse work. On its Carnelian base are two doves facing each other and the word LOVE above. Doves mate for life and are considered a symbol of lasting love and devotion. This romantic piece is believed to have been used as a betrothal for marriage.