18th Century "Hercules" Scarab Swivel Ring lost heirlooms Giuliano's second mark C

Giuliano's second mark C

44ct transitional cut diamond (F/G colour

sleep-inducing poppies

and feature delicate repoussé gold work with a looped gold wire border

clarity SI1 approx

18th Century "Hercules" Scarab Swivel Ring lost heirlooms Giuliano's second mark CHeroes are the mortal offspring of gods. They prove their worth by daring and courageous deeds This remarkable 18th century swivel ring is set with a carved carnelian scarab that can rotate along its axis to reveal the intaglio underneath. An intaglio depicting the greatest of the Classical heroes: Hercules. Hercules (aka Heracles or Herakles) is probably the best known hero of them all the mortal son of Alkmene and Zeus, he murdered his family while