Georgian Gold Posy Ring "Win it and wear it" by William Garrard

Code: 10698

This is a rather jolly Georgian gold posy ring, dating to the mid 18th century. The inside of the band is inscribed "Win it and wear it". It bears a makers mark of 'WG' in Gothic lettering for William Garrard of London. This mark is dated from 1735 - 1740. The ring is in excellent condition, originally a detector find from Suffolk. Today this ring would make a choice and unique wedding band!

OBJECT: POSY RING

CULTURE:  GEORGIAN

DATE: c. 1735 - 1740 A.D.

MATERIAL: GOLD 18k

RING SIZE:    8 1/2  (US)     Q 3/4 (UK)

SIZE: 21mm x 3mm 

WEIGHT:  1.9 grams

PROVENANCE:  Originally found in Suffolk, purchased from a European private collector.