Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-gender-unisex

Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-gender-unisexA beautifully modelled early 19th century Regency gold cased fob seal, featuring an intertwined dolphin rising to form the handle, a motif rich with both classical and contemporary symbolism. The dolphin was a favourite emblem of the period: drawn from antiquity, associated with protection and safe passage, and adopted in the Regency era as a subtle nod to Britains naval triumphs under Lord Nelson. It also carries echoes of French royal iconography,

full of character and quiet drama

an orange glow can also be seen

As with the finest jewellery of this period

At its centre blooms a delicate five-petal turquoise flower

The textured yellow

sculptural and wonderfully wearable

It offered the depth of a gemstone with the joyful brilliance of finely cut glass

The pearls have that unmistakable Haskell luminosity created with her celebrated nacre coating that gives a gentle

1932 – July 20

At its centre sits a vibrant blue synthetic sapphire

It comes with GCS certificate dated 06

depicts a hand with the thumb situated between the index and middle fingers