Gold ring with a Renaissance sardonyx cameo of a Muse

Italian, 16th century.

Mounted in an unmarked high carat gold ring which dates to the 19th century.

Ring size S 1/2 UK / 9.25 US.

The cameo measures 1.5 x 1.2cm.

Weighs 6.1 grams.

The surface of the stone remains in crisp and fine condition, however the nose and forehead are chipped and there is some chipping to the outer extremities.

Similar cameos, also dating to the 16th century can be found in the Royal Collection Trust, Inventory Numbers; RCIN 65210, RCIN 65212 and RCIN 65870.