18th Century Gold Posy Ring "My Love Shall Last Til Life Be Past"
18th Century Gold Posy Ring "My Love Shall Last Til Life Be Past"
$1,950.00
Description
DATE: Georgian, c.1780
An especially lovely late 18th Century Posy ring, dating from circa 1780. The inner band bears the inscription: "My Love shal last til life be Past". It's modelled in 22 karat gold, with a particularly sweet sentiment. The name "Posy Ring" comes from the type of inscription within, which was usually in rhyme or "posey".
MEASUREMENTS
Width of band: 3.1mm
WEIGHT
2.3g
MARKS
No marks present, tests as 22k gold
CONDITION
Very good with fine antique patina. Evidence of an old resize
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