Confederate General Julius Adolphus De Lagnal ' S Cased Signet Seal Set, C. 1850
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Reference Number: Avaluer:16282808 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
The French style push button casing is covered in Moroccan leather and embossed in gilt on the cover, "Julius A. D. Lagnal". The case is lined with maroon silk and velvet. The large signet/seal device is 3¾" long, the grip 1 5/16" across at the back. Inscribed on the front facet "Family Coat of Arms" and at the back "Engraved by Ed. Hulseman New York". Edward Hulseman was active 1830 - 1850 and was one of America's pre-eminent engravers and die cutters of the period. His best known work was in the realm of coin dies and his work is recognized as some of the finest ever executed. The metal signet portion appears to be silver with the coat of arms including a rampant unicorn and stars on a shield, surmounted by a crown with a Maltese cross suspended at the bottom. The grip of the small seal is made of figured onyx and is in very fine condition. The metal signet portion also appears to be of silver. The entire set in absolutely mint condition. A remarkable presentation for both rarity and beauty. The case shows modest wear, else very fine condition.
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