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Gold posy ring with carved detailing,
It is my love
, circa 18th century.
$6,331.45
£4,600
€5,381.92
CA$8,653.23
A$9,419.75
CHF 5,000.01
MX$113,339.84
NOK 63,356.88
SEK 58,052.80
DKK 40,191.85
About the Item
Gold posy ring with carved detailing and inscribed 'It is my love'. A lightly rounded conforming band, carved to the exterior with fluted pattern motifs and engraved to the interior in italic script 'It is my love', approximately 3mm in width. Tested yellow gold, approximately 1.66 grams in weight, maker's mark 'IG', circa 18th century.
This ring came from a private UK collection, previously by descent.
- Ring Size:4.75 US, Not Resizable
- Metal:
- Weight:1.66 g
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 18th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 195771stDibs: LU18627819352
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