Victorian Carnelian Intaglio Desk Seal in Yellow Gold
This impressive Victorian desk seal features a richly coloured oval carnelian intaglio, finely engraved with a heraldic crest depicting a shield, helmet and decorative foliate elements. The warm, translucent tones of the carnelian beautifully highlight the detailed engraving, designed to create a crisp impression in wax.
The stone is set within a polished yellow gold mount, complete with a traditional scroll-style handle for ease of use. Both practical and symbolic, seals such as this were once used to secure letters and signify identity, making this a distinguished and characterful collector’s piece. A striking example of 19th century craftsmanship and sentiment.
