- 28
English, late 14th/ 15th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- posey finger ring
- gold, set with a sapphire
inscribed: en bon foey (in good faith) on the inside
Provenance
Found in Weston Colville, Cambridgeshire;
Portable Antiquities Scheme tracking number 2007T249
Portable Antiquities Scheme tracking number 2007T249
Condition
This ring has recently been cleaned and restored. The band had been distorted in shape and has been restored. The enamelling has been lost. There are a few chips to the edges of the stone, which has been remounted. The foil/ backing behind the stone has a dent in the centre. Otherwise the ring is in good and wearable.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Oman, British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, nos. 1D and 18D
C. Oman, British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, nos. 1D and 18D