18th Century Posy Ring "I Desire to Deserve" venus likely Burmese) AnchorCert Report 225729/20035239

likely Burmese) AnchorCert Report 225729/20035239 - 1

An exceptionally high quality piece

Chester 1897

Some slight wear to the lettering just above the base - the motto can still be made out

inspired by jewellery discovered in excavations of ancient tombs in Pompeii and Herculaneum

18th Century Posy Ring "I Desire to Deserve" venus likely Burmese) AnchorCert Report 225729/20035239DATE: 18th Century, c. 1700 This wonderful early 18th Century Posy Ring bears a sweet romantic inscription: "I Desire to Deserve", along with a rare early makers mark (that appears to be a flame). It's modelled in 22k yellow gold, and dates to c. 1700. Posy Rings take their name from the old word Poesy, meaning a poem or poetic line. MEASUREMENTS Width of band: 2. 5mm WEIGHT 1. 5g MARKS Early Makers Mark CONDITION Very good, with excellent patina