Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-condition-used geometric panels

geometric panels

lots of fun

The effect is exquisite

and safeguarding in the Chinese zodiac

the “Dauphin”

Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-condition-used geometric panelsA beautifully modelled early 19th century Regency gold cased fob seal, featuring an intertwined dolphin rising to form the handle, a motif rich with both classical and contemporary symbolism. The dolphin was a favourite emblem of the period: drawn from antiquity, associated with protection and safe passage, and adopted in the Regency era as a subtle nod to Britains naval triumphs under Lord Nelson. It also carries echoes of French royal iconography,