Victorian 14k Intaglio Crest Ring

An incredible and unusual gold intaglio crest ring from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This fabulous ring is crafted in vibrant 14k yellow gold and has a large oval-shaped face with a carved family crest intaglio center. The crest features a large bird with its wings outstretched and a worm dangling from its beak. The bird is resting within a delicate crown, and a scrolling banner beneath the bird reads: "Je suis prest", which translates to "I am ready". The band of the ring is smooth and simple. A gorgeous and highly-detailed ring, this piece would make the perfect addition to any collection! Measurements: The ring has a large finger size of 5.25 but could easily be re-sized. Condition: The overall condition of the ring is excellent. Besides normal surface wear, there is no apparent damage to the gold setting or to the intaglio crest design.