17th Century - Gold Inscribed Posy Ring - 'The gift of a frend' > Lot No. 893

Description:
Circa late 17th century AD. A gold finger ring with a legend inscribed around the interior in italic script: 'The gift of a frend'.

Measurements:
0.93 grams, internal 14.02 mm.

Condition:
Extremely fine condition, a wearable example with finely executed inscription.

References:
See J. Evans, English Posies and Posy Rings, Oxford, 1931 p.94, example in British Museum.

Provenance:
From an old private collection formed in the 1950's.

Estimate: £300 - 400 (EUR 360 - 480; USD 470 - 630)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £800