{"title":"Antique Wax Seals","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"d3fcabf6-fec2-4085-9baf-b240b3735e7c\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Antique: Shop \u0026amp; Learn page, featuring luxury wax seals and educational resources. Discover heirloom-quality pieces and explore the art of letter writing at Kathryn Hastings \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-2 flex gap-3 empty:hidden -ml-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"items-center justify-start rounded-xl p-1 flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-etui-seal-large-rectangle","title":"The Foundational Palais Royal Seal","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eThis extraordinary Palais Royal rectangular seal set, dating to the mid-nineteenth century, contains seventeen double-sided disks, for a total of thirty-four engraved designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eCollected by Kathryn Hastings years before the public emergence of her work, this piece became part of the artistic foundation from which much of her visual world would later grow, and the development of technique elevating wax seals from craft to fine art. It was the first large-format étui seal in her collection, used during the earliest formation of her artistic practice and philosophy surrounding seals, symbolism, and correspondence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eWithin the disks are motifs that would later become deeply associated with Kathryn’s work, including the Cherub on Spaniel and the Peace Dove. These designs existed here first, not yet as finished symbols within a larger body of work, but as part of the evolving visual language from which that body would emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1134\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49513770811559,"sku":null,"price":12800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/069D1DDD-C662-45E5-AE1D-B80385AE54DB.jpg?v=1778193690"},{"product_id":"a-chalcedony-watch-fob-seal-mid-19th-century","title":"A Chalcedony Watch Fob Seal, Mid-19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eThis elegant mid-nineteenth century watch fob seal features a finely carved chalcedony matrix suspended within a sculptural metal mount, created to be worn upon a gentleman’s watch chain as both ornament and personal seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eCollected by Kathryn Hastings during the earliest years of her artistic practice, this was one of the first antique seals in her personal collection and appears throughout her early work, including some of the clear wax seals that helped define her initial visual language. The impression became part of the evolving symbolic vocabulary from which much of her later work would emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49515513643175,"sku":null,"price":2800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02328.jpg?v=1778194539"},{"product_id":"heraldic-watch-fob-seal","title":"Heraldic Watch Fob Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eThis elegant heraldic watch fob seal features a beautifully sculptural mount paired with an exceptionally crisp engraved matrix. The balance of the flowing mantling, crescent shield, and armorial crest gives the piece both refinement and presence despite its intimate scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49515733057703,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02331.jpg?v=1778194822"},{"product_id":"an-intaglio-leopard-seal-with-carnelian-matrix","title":"An Intaglio Leopard Seal with Carnelian Matrix","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eThis striking intaglio seal features a richly colored carnelian matrix engraved with a mysterious heraldic creature, its mouth open in mid-cry and form rendered with remarkable crispness. Kathryn Hastings has interpreted the figure as a leopard, though the creature carries the ambiguity and dreamlike symbolism so often found within antique heraldic engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49515808424103,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02334.jpg?v=1778195022"},{"product_id":"lege-et-relege-intaglio-seal","title":"“Lege et Relege” Watch Fob Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis elegant watch fob seal features a dark stone matrix engraved with the phrase \u003cem data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eLEGE ET RELEGE\u003c\/em\u003e, “Read and reread\" within a simple envelop with a seal. This small, sweet seal is perfect for two one and simple painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eThis was one of Kathryn Hastings early latin-inscribed seals, which inspired many of her later latin-based seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49515913674919,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02339.jpg?v=1778195167"},{"product_id":"gone-at-last-intaglio-seal","title":"“Gone at Last” Intaglio Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eThis exceptionally sweet and diminutive intaglio seal features a faceted hexagonal matrix engraved with a tiny letter surrounded by the phrase \u003cem data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"196\"\u003e“Gone at Last.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eThe translucent stone catches light beautifully along its cut edges, emphasizing the unusual hexagonal form and jewel-like presence of the seal. Objects of this kind were often used playfully within correspondence, carrying private jokes, sentiments, or affectionate references between writer and recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516148785319,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02347.jpg?v=1778195648"},{"product_id":"early-cube-seal-with-heraldic-hound","title":"Early Cube Seal with Heraldic Hound","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eThis sculptural rotating cube seal features six different engraved matrices, including flowers, letters, a fisherman, a heraldic hound, and other miniature motifs. Its compact architectural form gives the piece an unusually modern and tactile presence, while the rotating construction embodies the ingenuity and playfulness that made antique seals so beloved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eThis was one of Kathryn Hastings’ earliest cube seals and became part of her growing fascination with how objects travel through time, carrying meaning and memory. Pieces like this helped shape her understanding of seals as living objects that gather history through handling and correspondence over generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516212125863,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02357.jpg?v=1778195835"},{"product_id":"heraldic-watch-fob-seal-copy","title":"Heraldic Lion Fob Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis finely engraved intaglio seal features a heraldic shield surmounted by a lion, rendered with striking simplicity and sculptural clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516312363175,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02358.jpg?v=1778195940"},{"product_id":"early-floral-seal-with-bone-handle","title":"Early Floral Seal with Bone Handle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eThis delicate floral seal features a finely engraved spray of blossoms contained within a small rectangular matrix, its softened surface and intimate scale. The engraving retains a beautiful organic quality, with the flowers appearing almost sketched into the metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eMounted upon a bone handle, this was one of Kathryn Hastings’ earliest antique seals and appeared throughout her early collections and paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eThis is one of the tiniest seals from Hastings' collection, and it was used to create the small pink hand-painted tassel seal on the feature cover magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516465914023,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02363.jpg?v=1778196165"},{"product_id":"heraldic-carnelian-intaglio-seal","title":"Heraldic Carnelian Glass Intaglio Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis finely carved heraldic intaglio seal features an exceptionally detailed coat of arms engraved into richly colored carnelian glass. Within the shield, two standing figures emerge in miniature relief beneath an elaborate helm and crest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis loose seal may be mounted into jewelry, such as a ring or pendant, allowing the piece to continue its life as both adornment and personal emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516640370855,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02371.jpg?v=1778196588"},{"product_id":"carnelian-intaglio-of-a-bearded-figure","title":"Carnelian Intaglio of a Bearded Figure","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eThis finely carved carnelian intaglio depicts a bearded figure in profile, his face emerging with remarkable softness and sculptural depth from the translucent orange-red stone. The delicacy of the carving, particularly within the beard, drapery, and feathered cap, gives the piece an almost miniature marble-like quality despite its intimate scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eAs a loose intaglio, the piece may be mounted into jewelry, such as a ring or pendant, allowing it to continue its life as both adornment and miniature work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516746375335,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02374.jpg?v=1778196705"},{"product_id":"an-antique-seven-wheel-seal","title":"An Antique Seven-Wheel Seal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"da4039f8-f06f-4f9c-9f73-b240142e6e6d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis extraordinary rotating wheel seal features six functional seals arranged around a central engraved blue glass matrix, combining sculptural beauty with remarkable mechanical ingenuity. Each seal rotates outward individually, allowing multiple impressions to exist within a single compact object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAmong the engraved designs are forget-me-nots, Shakespeare, Sir Walter Scott, a faithful hound, a bee, a cornucopia, and other sentimental motifs, creating the feeling of a tiny portable archive. The seal originally featured 8 designs. The remnants of the 8th design can be seen on the backside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBearing the marks and character of age, handling, and use, this piece is sold as-is, with no returns accepted. Please review all photographs carefully before acquiring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1607\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipped fully insured with signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kathryn Hastings \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49516807225511,"sku":null,"price":1700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/files\/DSC02385.jpg?v=1778196839"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/2921\/8983\/collections\/Untitled_design_23.png?v=1727418387","url":"https:\/\/kathrynhastingsco.com\/collections\/antique-wax-seals.oembed","provider":"KATHRYN HASTINGS \u0026 CO.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}