18th Century Gold Posy Ring "In Christ & Thee My Comfort Bee" masonic originating from the earlier work

originating from the earlier work of the Chelsea factory - there is evidence to suggest that a collection of some 300 moulds was transferred from the Chelsea factory to the Derby factory in the second part of the 18th Century

An exceptionally unusual

The simple round-faced signet ring is modelled in 18k gold

high quality piece

18th Century Gold Posy Ring "In Christ & Thee My Comfort Bee" masonic originating from the earlier workDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 A sweet 18th Century Posy ring engraved with the words "In Christ and Thee My Comfort Bee". It's crafted in 18k gold, and dates from the 1780s (or thereabouts) with maker's mark GS. The name "Posy Ring" comes from the type of inscription within, which was often in rhyme or "posey". Modelled in 18k gold. MEASUREMENTS Width of band: 3. 8mm WEIGHT 4. 0g MARKS GS Maker's Mark Tests as 18k Gold CONDITION Very good, with fine antique