Post Medieval Gold 'More Assured then Professed' Posy Ring
Circa 18th century A.D. A gold posy ring with D-section band, inscribed internally with 'More assured then professed' with long S's in lower case with small foliate scroll after. See Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, London, 1931, for many examples. 2.42 grams, 18.46 mm overall, 16.65 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10) (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.]