17th Century "Perhaps It Will Appear" French Posy Ring Size:4.75 some light scuffs/dings

some light scuffs/dings

general wear commensurate with age and use

and it's certified natural with no indications of heat treatment

It's an antique cushion cut

17th Century "Perhaps It Will Appear" French Posy Ring Size:4.75 some light scuffs/dingsDATE: 17th Century, c. 1680 Poesy (posey) Rings were popular during the 15th through the 17th centuries in both England and France as lovers' gifts. The quotations were often from contemporary courtship stories and usually inscribed on the inner band; they were given to show regard or as a gift. This charming ring, circa 1680, reads "peut etre que paro", and to my research this is old French, however from piecing it together, it reads "Perhaps It Will