Post Medieval Gold 'Godlye Love Wil Not Remove' Posy Ring
Circa 18th century A.D. A large gold posy ring with D-section hoop inscribed internally 'GODLYE LOVE WILL NOT REMOVE' in Roman capitals See Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, London, 1931, p.43, for this inscription. 2.95 grams, 21.16 mm overall, 19.37 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19) (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.]