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18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy
18th century Georgian gold posy

18th century Georgian gold posy "Our contract was heavens act" makers mark WT

$ 823.68

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Metal Purity: 22k
  • Material: Gold
  • Modified Item: No
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Metal: Gold
  • Brand: Posy Ring
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

    Description

    This is a wonderful Georgian gold posy ring, dating to the mid 18th century. The inside of the band is inscribed "
    Our contract was heavens act
    " a sentiment recorded in Evans (88) and one well suited as a wedding band. It bears a makers mark of 'WT' in Gothic lettering. Makers marks utilizing gothic capitals tend to date to the middle of the 18th century. Today this ring would make a choice and unique wedding band!
    OBJECT:
    POSY RING
    CULTURE:
    GEORGIAN
    DATE:
    c. 1740 A.D.
    MATERIAL:
    GOLD 22k
    RING SIZE:
    8   (US)     Q  (UK)
    SIZE:
    21mm x 4mm
    WEIGHT:
    2.87 grams
    PROVENANCE:
    Formerly in a private collection, West Sussex. UK.
    This ring is unconditionally guaranteed to be an antique original and to date from the period described. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied on request.