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Late 17th century gold posy ring, engraved to the interior with the inscription 'Alle my trust' with engraved decoration to outer shank, size 7
Weight: 4,11gr.
“Posy rings,” their name deriving from the term poésie or poetry, are rings with mottoes either in prose or verse. The message was often concealed inside the hoop and its content only known to the giver and recipient. They find mention in plays by William Shakespeare, such as Hamlet and the Merchant of Venice, and, throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries posy rings enjoyed great popularity. These were traditionally exchanged between friends, relatives, and lovers, or given as betrothal or wedding rings.
- Ring Size:7 US, Resizable
- Metal:
- Weight:4.11 g
- Place of Origin:
- Period:Late 17th Century
- Date of Manufacture:1690's
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Firenze, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU12021585202
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