Antique Edwardian 14K & Carved Amethyst Cameo Ring

 Demeter, the middle daughter of Cronus and Rhea, was the Ancient Greek goddess of grain and agriculture, one of the original Twelve Olympians. Her grief over her daughter Persephone – who has to spend one-third of the year with her husband Hades in the Underworld – is the reason why there is winter; her joy when she gets her back coincides with the fertile spring and summer months. Demeter and Persephone were the central figures of the Eleusinian Mysteries, the most famous secret religious festival in Ancient Greece.
Source: https://www.greekmythology.com/Other_Gods/Demeter/demeter.html

This late transitional Edwardian ring depicts the classic representation of Demeter in profile. We can estimate the date with a few clues: the carving itself, which has the aquiline nose similar to earlier cameos as well as the hairstyle, which evokes images of the Gibson Girl, with a fuller front and top. The shank, while ornate and flowery, is showing style elements that became popular during the later Art Deco period. An interesting and delicate piece, sure to pique the interest of all who catch a glimpse as you wear her on your hand!

Details (approximate)

Size (can be resized): 6.75

Weight: 5.2 grams

Materials: Gold, Amethyst

Metal: 14K gold

Marks: ENGLAND 14K

Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear