A 13th or 14th-century gold posy ring found in Merton, England is set to be auctioned for £6,000 to £8,000 on March 26th. Discovered by metal detectorist Richard Girling, the ring features an inscription that translates as 'I love you by faith'. Experts note the significance of posy rings as private tokens of love, inscribed to be experienced closely by the wearer. The ring, reported to be in excellent condition, reflects the intertwined history of romance and medieval jewelry, with ties to the local area's history dating back to the Norman Conquest.
The ring is a beautifully preserved medieval gold posy ring dating from the 13th or 14th century, expected to fetch between £6,000 and £8,000 at auction.
Richard Girling, the detectorist who found the ring, described his excitement about the beautiful discovery, noting the difficult conditions he was working under at the time.
Laura Smith, a jewellery expert, highlighted the historical significance of posy rings as symbols of love, often inscribed with intimate messages meant for the wearer.
The ring's inscription '+IO.VVS.AIM.PAR.FEI' translates to 'I love you by faith' in Medieval French, reflecting the romantic sentiments of the medieval period.
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