Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Sardonyx Signet Ring with Armorial Intaglio Crest feed-agegroup-adult This 9ct gold fox tie

This 9ct gold fox tie pin is a stunning representation of a running fox in motion

insect motifs were hugely popular

The hiring of French designer Alfred Philippe as head designer in 1930 was pivotal to Trifari’s success

making this a meaningful and stylish piece of gentleman’s jewellery

was intended to catch the light and sparkle like rose cut diamonds

Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Sardonyx Signet Ring with Armorial Intaglio Crest feed-agegroup-adult This 9ct gold fox tieA distinguished signet ring, set in 14ct yellow gold and set with a striking armorial intaglio crest carved in layered bluey grey and black sardonyx, a hardstone traditionally favoured for heraldic engraving. Likely Austrian or German in origin. The intaglio depicts a shield adorned with heraldic devices, framed by scrolling baroque mantling and surmounted by a crested helm with feathered plumes. The precision of the carving indicates it was designed