Antique pinchbeck intaglio seal. This mid 19th century seal is set with a round engraved a darkly coloured glass which flashes deep garnet red in the light. The bottom is engraved ANSWER ME with a picture of an envelope. The top of this piece is adorned with a sweet little floral design all around the top of the seal as well as the stem. Circa mid 19th century.

Good condition, a bit of wax residue in the seal.

Not marked, pinchbeck.

Measures approx 2.18 cm / 0.86 inches tall and the bottom is 1.3 cm / 0.51 inches across.

Weighs 3.1 grams.