Antique Victorian 14k Sardonyx Roman Soldier Cameo Ring purple topaz Pinchbeck was an affordable substitute

Pinchbeck was an affordable substitute for gold

Fashions became more extreme

and give them as remembrance gifts at the funeral

It shows minor signs that it was worn and well-loved on its backside

Antique Victorian 14k Sardonyx Roman Soldier Cameo Ring purple topaz Pinchbeck was an affordable substituteThis wonderful hard stone Sardonyx cameo ring is all original! The deep orange of the background has been revealed beneath the whiter layer which depicts a Roman soldier in profile. These types of cameos were often sold to tourists who were traveling abroad to view the ruins of the ancient city. The Victorians romanticized the notion of a brave Roman soldier, adored all things classical in art and culture, and this would be the perfect keepsake to