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Post-Medieval posy ring 'loue is the bonde of peace', circa 1600-1650.

$26,051.92
£19,000
€22,159.30
CA$35,673.99
A$39,664.63
CHF 20,710.68
MX$482,815.09
NOK 264,259.25
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Post-Medieval posy ring 'loue is the bonde of peace'. An ornately crafted gold posy ring featuring nine hollow domed half-spheres, each encircled by twisted wirework, and bordered by further hollow pellets to top and bottom, engraved to interior 'loue is the bonde of peace', approximately 7.7mm in width. Tested yellow gold, circa 1600-1650. Accompanied by documentation from the Portable Antiquities Scheme stating that this ring was found whilst metal detecting cultivated land in Brookland, Kent, UK in 2021. It is recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme under reference KENT-2CA863; and disclaimed under the Treasure Act 1996, reference 2021T807.
  • Ring Size:
    5.5 US, Resizable
  • Metal:
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600-1650
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 280271stDibs: LU18618226532

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