{"product_id":"anello-sigillo-poseidone-cammeo-in-madreperla","title":"Poseidon Signet Ring – Grey Tahitian Mother of Pearl Cameo – Adjustable","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Poseidon with his trident, surrounded by waves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cameo carved in raised relief\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e natural grey Tahitian mother of pearl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCameo dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approximately 19 × 16 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSetting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e solid 925 sterling silver or bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e open and adjustable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approximately 1 week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e handcrafted in Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoseidon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSon of Cronus and Rhea, and brother of Zeus and Hades, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoseidon is the god of the sea and its depths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. According to myth, when the three brothers divided the world, Zeus received the sky, Hades the underworld, and Poseidon dominion over the waters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeafarers invoked him for a safe passage, yet feared his anger, which could raise storms and shake the earth. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrident\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, his most recognisable attribute, expresses this power: a force capable of granting calm or unsettling what once seemed unshakeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is this changing nature that makes him such a compelling figure. Poseidon embodies a sea that offers shelter and opens new routes, while always retaining something unpredictable, beyond human control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn our ring, the god appears \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eholding his trident, his bearded face turned to one side, with waves gathered around him\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The composition takes shape in a cameo carved into grey Tahitian mother of pearl: a material born in the sea carries the image of its ruler. Iridescent reflections travel across the relief and shift with the light, recalling the movement and colours of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mother of Pearl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cameo is carved from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egenuine grey Tahitian mother of pearl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, chosen for its natural reflections and the way it responds to light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvery grey can give way to shades of green, rose, blue or violet, revealed as the jewel is viewed from different angles. Each fragment has its own combination of colours: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno two cameos are exactly alike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese variations are inherent to the material and give each ring its individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCameo dimensions: approximately 19 × 16 mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis format allows room for the figure, trident and waves, giving the ring a distinctive presence on the hand and allowing the composition to be appreciated as a whole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cameo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a cameo, the image rises \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein relief above the surface of the material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Part of the background is carved away to reveal the forms, creating depth through volume, light and shadow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoseidon occupies the centre of the oval. The trident emphasises the figure’s vertical lines, while the drapery and waves follow the curves of the composition. His beard, hair and the folds of fabric introduce a rhythm of carved lines that become more or less visible as the light changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarving and iridescence meet on the same surface: as you move your hand, some details catch the light while others return to shadow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis technique belongs to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eglyptic art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the art of carving figures, symbols and portraits into gemstones and precious materials, capturing an image within just a few millimetres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Poseidon cameo is set in a signet ring made in Italy, available in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid 925 sterling silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver complements the cooler reflections of the mother of pearl. Bronze provides a warm frame, contrasting with the grey background and its shifting colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eopen, adjustable band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allows the fit to be gently adapted to the finger and makes choosing the ring as a gift easier. If you have any questions about sizing, we will be happy to help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is prepared individually after your order is placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction time: approximately 1 week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Image to Carry With You\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sea can represent a familiar place, a memory, a longing for freedom or a fascination with the unexplored. The image of Poseidon leaves room for these interpretations, without imposing a single meaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the person who chooses it, the cameo may become a reminder of nature’s strength, determination or a personal connection to the sea. It may also simply be a much-loved image, chosen for its composition and the way it comes to life in mother of pearl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is this meeting of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial, image and meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that fascinates us about glyptic art: holding a story within a few millimetres and entrusting it to someone who chooses to carry it with them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs mother of pearl is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, its colour and iridescence may vary slightly from the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Assistance?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery cameo has its own shades and reflections. If you would like a closer look at the one selected for your ring, we will be happy to send you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea short video before shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are also welcome to contact us for help with sizing or to explore a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebespoke creation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, choosing the subject, stone and setting together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/393755527677\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact Us on WhatsApp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e · \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@sigillumstones.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the Archive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn mythological imagery, a single attribute can make a figure recognisable. The trident identifies Poseidon; the waves evoke his realm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin the small space of a cameo, these elements become essential: they preserve the subject’s identity and allow a story to remain legible in the material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur cameo continues this exploration: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egiving form to an ancient image so that it can become part of the wearer’s personal story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sigillumstones.com\/it\/blogs\/news-1\/la-storia-della-glittica\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Discover the History of Glyptic Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sigillum Stones","offers":[{"title":"Argento sterling","offer_id":55154053874002,"sku":null,"price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bronzo","offer_id":55154053906770,"sku":null,"price":281.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/9493\/8706\/files\/CammeodiPoseidoneinmadreperla.png?v=1792498607","url":"https:\/\/sigillumstones.com\/en-us\/products\/anello-sigillo-poseidone-cammeo-in-madreperla","provider":"Sigillum Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}