Georgian Young Hercules Cameo Ring signet rings The English hallmarks date it

The English hallmarks date it to the year 1902 and the maker's mark

English hallmarks warrant the gold and confirm the year it was made: 1959

As well as being a symbol of medicine (rod of Asclepius) and the devil (Christian traditions)

Distinct futuristic/sci-fi vibe

a masterpiece of Victorian mourning jewellery

Georgian Young Hercules Cameo Ring signet rings The English hallmarks date itA remarkable Georgian signet ring set with a hardstone cameo depicting a young Hercules. The Greeks knew Hercules as Herakles and, since he was the greatest of the Greek heroes, we'll use his Greek name from here on out. Herakles was actually born Alcaeus. He was the greatest of the Greek heroes, with a remarkable lineage that included both sky father Zeus himself and the hero Perseus. Herakles was also accepted into the Olympian Pantheon as a god