{"product_id":"antique-purple-paste-pearl-initial-m-ring-in-9-carat-gold-copy","title":"Antique 'Lots of News' Intaglio Ring in Silver","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"b96c1d06-4a5d-49a9-9961-105813663937\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-289\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\" style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6932bec6-10c8-832e-9647-ac4d21b3112f-36\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-290\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"db626cef-6e77-4306-93ce-a8068acdd6c4\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eA wonderfully unique antique silver ring, simple in form yet full of character and curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eSet into the ring is a long cushion shaped paste intaglio, with a beautifully clear, translucent surface that catches the light with a soft glow. Carved into the stone is the intriguing motto “Lots of News,” in reverse as a traditional intaglio design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"629\"\u003ePieces such as this often carried playful or conversational phrases, offering a glimpse into the humour and social customs of the time. The clarity of the paste allows the engraving to stand out crisply, giving the ring a bright and engaging presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eThe silver setting is clean and understated, perfectly complementing the simplicity of the intaglio while allowing the unusual inscription to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"926\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA charming and slightly enigmatic antique ring, with a lightness of design and a wonderful sense of historical personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"848\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eDETAILS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eERA: Antique \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS: Finger size M (UK\/AU) 6.25 (US)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 6.3 grams approximately \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKING: unhallmarked silver (makers mark SWR on back)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: the ring is in lovely antique condition with a fine patina to the entire piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease note the antique box is for display only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56224586957126,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/14C144C0-C1B3-4B5A-A27E-04938D88711A.jpg?v=1774020677","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/antique-purple-paste-pearl-initial-m-ring-in-9-carat-gold-copy","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}