Lion head ring, 18K gold, diamond, 14 grams, Belle Époque, Art Nouveau, circa 1900

A Belle Époque ring with a distinctive character, typical of a certain French craftsmanship from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The lion’s head ring is crafted in 18-karat gold and set in its mouth with an old-cut oval diamond of approximately 0.30 carats.
The inside of the band is engraved with an inventory number specific to a jewelry house; this is typical of the major houses that numbered their creations, particularly those in Paris.
Weight: 14 grams
Ring size: 53