Western Asiatic Silver Ring with Calligraphic Gemstone Late 20th century A.D. A silver ring composed of a D-section hoop, openwork shoulders with elongated teardrop forms, octagonal bezel set with calligraphic intaglio carnelian with foil backing; stamp to hoop interior. 19.30 grams, 28.91 mm overall, 19.40 mm internal diameter ( approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19) (1 1/8 in.). Acquired before 1972. Formerly with a central London gallery. Property of a London gentleman.