"Gemstone And Gold Seal. Restauration Period Circa 1820. "
Baluster-shaped seal or stamp in gemstones and gold mountings. The handle and mounting are inlaid with gemstones: lapis lazuli, purpurine, and several shades of jasper. These stones are set in intricately sculpted rinceau and flower motifs. The red jasper stamp is engraved with a monogram. Restauration period. Charles X, circa 1820.
DimHeight: 3.5 in / Diameter: 1.1 in.
Seal: 1 x 0.8 in (2.5 x 2 cm)
Gold marks: Ram head (Tête de bélier) (1819-1838)
Inventory mark from 1819 for Paris
Master goldsmith mark: Louis Bruneau, indexed between 1823 and 1843. Bruneau specialized in small and valuable office supplies.