Masonic 18ct Gold Signet Ring With Bloodstone Masonic Intaglio Assayed In 1916

A good looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. that has been set with a shield shaped bloodstoneA dark green to dark bluish-green variety of Chalcedony that is splattered with red or brown spots that resemble blood. The extent of the marking varies depending on the stone. Spots are favoured over larger stripes and markings. that has been engraved with a square and a set of compasses, a symbol of Freemasonry. It has lovely sweeping shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. that offset the bloodstone beautifully.

It was assayed When the property or concentration of a precious metal is measured. in Birmingham in 1916.