Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-gender-unisex a period when cultured pearls

a period when cultured pearls were gaining prominence for their beauty and consistency

In European folklore

brutalist style and is called ‘Daytona’

Literature: ‘Amazing Cartier

making this a quietly romantic piece

Regency 9ct Gold Dolphin Seal with Bloodstone Intaglio “Phyllis” feed-gender-unisex a period when cultured pearlsA 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,