Centering a mixed cut oval citrine intaglio measuring 15.0 x 19.0 mm – transparent medium orangey brown
Carved to depict the Greek god Hermès wearing his signature winged helmet
Set in milgrain bezel with dual snake surround – known as caduceus, the symbol of Hermès
Represented as a Victorian love knot symbolizing eternal love
Completed by large, grooved jump ring bale
Tested as 14 karat gold
Circa: 1880’s
Measures: 1 1/16 x 1 13/16 inches
Total weight: 9.6 grams
Enchanting. Serpentine. Deity.