Victorian 18ct Gold Signet Ring With Banded Onyx Intaglio Of A Crest

A good looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold ring that was made circa 1880-1900. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. is split in to two bands and sweeps up to join the top. The top has been set with a carved banded onyxOnyx is an opaque black variety of polycrystalline chalcedony quartz.  intaglioAn engraved stone, the opposite of a cameo, with a recessed design cut below the surface of the stone. Intaglio designs are common for signet rings and fob seals. of a crest that consists of a shield and two lions rampant with a helmet and wings. A special ring that is a great look when worn.