18th century AD. A silver ring comprising a D-section hoop with high-relief rococo foliage on a textured field, the bezel a heater shield with border and blackletter initials 'JY'. See Oman, C.C. British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, ch.4 for discussion. 9.44 grams, 27mm overall, 21.40mm internal diameter (approximate size British X 1/2, USA 11 3/4, Europe 27.01, Japan 26) (1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. Fine condition. A large wearable size.