Signet with Victorian Bloodstone Intaglio "Palmam qui meruit ferat"

Originally the focal point in an antique Victorian wax seal, this bloodstone intaglio was remounted in the 1970s into an antique-style sterling silver signet ring. A rare and beautiful example of this type of jasper, with intensely red iron oxide matrix, engraved with a raised arm bearing a sword in hand atop a crest shield.

The chased motto "Palmam qui meruit ferat" can be translated from the Latin as "Let he who bears the palm (of honor) deserve it"

It's a reference to the days of gladiatorial battle, when the winner was given a palm frond signifying victory. It was also a motto of Lord Nelson, generally considered one of history's, and certainly Britain's, greatest naval commanders.

Details: Measuring approximately 11/16" north to south and 5/8" east to west across the face. The band has a 3.53 mm width at the center back of the band.  Fully hallmarked for sterling, manufactured in London, England, letter dated 1976.

Size: Size 9 and resizable about two full sizes. Please convo me before purchase if you are interested in the details of our sizing service.

Condition: In excellent condition with a light patina to the metal and a couple of slight nibbles to the edge of the stone.