Post Medieval Gold 'No Recompence But Love' Posy Ring
Circa 18th century A.D. A large gold posy ring with D-section hoop and inscribed internally 'No recompence but love' in lower case with 'ML' maker's punch. See Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, London, 1931, p.84, for this inscription. 3.08 grams, 20.33 mm overall, 18.20 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (3/4 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. [No Reserve] A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]