Victorian Elephant "SEMPER PARITUS" Intaglio Signet Ring black opal the sapphire and old cut

the sapphire and old cut diamonds arranged North/South along the finger

A beautiful antique pendant

mock religious busy bodies and suburban fool hens all of which are structurally solid bone from the chin up"

with a diamond set star motif and natural pearl centre

and Eros instantly fell deeply in love with her

Victorian Elephant "SEMPER PARITUS" Intaglio Signet Ring black opal the sapphire and old cutDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A fine quality antique signet ring, with a carnelian intaglio depicting an elephant, with the words 'SEMPER PARITUS'. The Latin phrase translates to 'always prepared' or 'always ready'. The band is crafted in 18k gold with lovely chased detailing to the shoulders. Dates from the Victorian period, circa 1880. The United States Coast Guard is the world's oldest life saving service and "Semper Paratus" ("Always Ready") is its