Georgian Achilles Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant horseshoe A particularly unusual antique signet

A particularly unusual antique signet ring that seems to have taken inspiration from the Frog Prince fairytale

with lively fire and flash

the arms are outstretched above the skull so they touch the feet

The technique is said to have been invented by the ancient Egyptians

Georgian Achilles Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant horseshoe A particularly unusual antique signetDATE: Georgian, c. 1800 Seal, c. 1580 A stunning large scale Georgian seal fob set with a 16th Century hardstone intaglio of Achilles. The fob is beautifully made, dating from the turn of the 19th Century and featuring crescent moon motifs. Achilles, probably the most famous hero of the Trojan War, is depicted here holding a spear and helmet, with shield, breastplate, and various other weapons nearby. A fire bowl is present at his feet, as an