Jewellery

A gold posy ring, circa 1730, of D-shaped cross section, with plain exterior, the interior engraved with the posy ‘My love is true to none but you’, with initials ‘RW’ and maker’s mark ‘JC’, ring size N. £1,600-£2,000 --- This ring was discovered by a metal detectorist in the village of Priston, near Bath. The ring is recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database, Ref: GLO-9E2E1B, and has subsequently been disclaimed as Treasure. Judy Rudoe (British Museum) commented for the PAS report, 2021: “The initials ‘RW’ may be those of the giver of the ring”. Rachel King (British Museum) commented for the PAS report, 2021: “Examples of ‘J’ in this form are attested for two small workers registered at Goldsmiths’ Hall in 1736 and 1769 respectively”.