{"product_id":"antique-lion-head-seal","title":"Antique Black Agate Lion Head Seal","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBeautiful hand-carved intaglio black agate gemstone featuring an intricately detailed intaglio engraving of a classical lion's head. We purchased a small collection of pieces from England, and this stunner is but one of them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eA detailed classical profile or frontal depiction of a stylized lion with flowing mane\/hair details. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003eAn intaglio is a traditional lapidary technique where the design—in this case, a frontal depiction of a majestic lion head with a full mane—is carved directly into the surface of the stone rather than raised like a cameo. This particular gemstone is crafted from a smooth, polished oval slab of deep black agate, creating a striking contrast against the textured matte finish of the recessed engraving. \u003cspan\u003eHistorically, such intaglios were widely used as personalized seals or signet stones to press into hot wax, though modern lapidaries often carve them for use in custom statement rings or pendant charms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThis darling seal is .30\" in diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease email me with questions.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monahan Papers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59766243361054,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6170\/1150\/files\/SealCollection3.webp?v=1786549137","url":"https:\/\/www.monahanpapers.co\/products\/antique-lion-head-seal","provider":"Monahan Papers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}