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Mid 18th Century “Let Vertu Be Thy Guide” Posy Ring

$3,400

Sold!

Unusually, the lettering of the inscription is in relief rather than raised. The idea with these “posy” or “poesy” rings is that the message inside was thought to be amplified when worn against your skin. Here, it almost seems as if the letters resemble movable type, ready to actually be imprinted upon your finger. It’s size 4.75, and cannot be resized.

  • Materials

    22k gold (tests)

  • Age

    c. 1750

  • Condition

    Very good

  • Size

    4.75, cannot be resized; 3.9mm shank

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please note:Terms of Sale

Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.