Post Medieval Gold 'A Friends Gift' Posy Ring
Circa 18th century A.D. A gold posy ring with D-section band inscribed internally 'A friends gift' in lower case with initials 'I M' added after; with 'crown over T H' maker's punch. See Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, London, 1931, p.16, for this inscription. 1.94 grams, 15.23 mm overall, 12.85 mm internal diameter (1/2 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.]