Lot Essay
The gem is mounted as a ring in a 19th century gold setting with a French or Belgian hallmark on the exterior in the form of a hatchet. The upper quarter of the gem is lost and finished in gold.
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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF DR. CORINNE BRONFMAN
A EUROPEAN BLACK CHALCEDONY RINGSTONE WITH A HEAD OF HERCULES
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
Details
A EUROPEAN BLACK CHALCEDONY RINGSTONE WITH A HEAD OF HERCULES
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
½ in. (1.1 cm.) wide; ring size 8
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
½ in. (1.1 cm.) wide; ring size 8
Provenance
Marjorie Bronfman (1917-2012), Montreal, acquired by 1978; gifted to her daughter, Dr. Corinne Bronfman (1947-2022), Washington, D.C.; thence by descent to the current owner.
Brought to you by
Hannah Fox Solomon
Head of Department, Specialist