16th-17th century A.D. A gold posy ring with D-section hoop divided into three rows of circumferential cells with remains of enamelling, interior inscribed 'YOVRS x TIL x DEATH' in upper case letters. Cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme, record id. KENT-D3E434, for a very similar inscription and LON-DD00A6, for a very similar ring. 1.43 grams, 15.96 mm overall, 14.00 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3) (1/2 in."). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection (part 3), Essex, UK. Apanied by an old handwritten title card. [No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions ]Condition Report: Very fine condition.