17th-18th century A.D. A gold posy ring composed of an annular hoop decorated with parallel wavy lines with billet fill to the exterior, stylised tulip buds within the peaks and troughs between, the hoop interior engraved with the inscription 'No gift to goodwill', followed by a worn maker's mark in rectangular cartouche; some remains of enamelling to exterior. Cf. The British Museum, museum numbers 1961,1202.429 and AF.1264, for comparable decorative designs. 1.10 grams,15.15 mm overall, 13.81 mm internal diameter ( approximate size British E, USA 2 1/4, Europe 2.41, Japan 2) (5/8 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection (part 4), Essex, UK. [No Reserve]