Antique Posey Rings
Art Deco Amethyst and Diamond Posey Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
An Art Deco ring with a round 6 ct amethyst that has a posey on its wide table to signify "think of
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Recent Sales
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “GOD ABOVE INCREASE OUR LOVE”
England, 17th century
Gold
Circumference 57.8 mm.; weight
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique Gold English Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Posy Ring, “A true friends gift”
England (Plymouth ?), first half of 18th century
Gold
Weight 4.2
Category
Early 18th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “LET UARTU BE GIDE TO THE”
England, 17th Century
Gold
Weight 3.1g; circumference
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Victorian 2.25 Carat Diamond Gold and Silver Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and were dubbed “posey rings". Featuring a 2.25 carat old European cut diamond that is surrounded by
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Renaissance era 22ct gold Poesy Ring With Inscription "Yours Till Death"
Located in Baltimore, MD
A renaissance era poesy ring (spelled posy, posie, or posey), the outer ring of our posy has a
Category
17th Century English Renaissance Antique Posey Rings
Materials
22k Gold, Gold
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “IN MY CHOYCE I DO REJOYCE”
England, 17th century
Gold
Weight: 3g; circumference: 50.3
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “IN LOVE ABIDE TILL DEATH DEUIDE”
England, 17th century
Gold
Circumference 60 mm.; weight
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Posy ring with ‘MON COER AVES’
England, c. 1450
Gold
Weight 3.2 gr; Circumference 53.82 mm; US size
Category
15th Century and Earlier English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Gold Band 'Posey' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “IN THY SIGHT IS MY DELIGHT”
England, mid-18th century
Gold
Weight: 1.4g
Category
Mid-18th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold
Antique Gold English "Posey" Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “GOD ABOVE INCREASE OUR LOVE”
England, 17th century
Gold
Weight 4.3 gr.; circumference
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold English "Posey" Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “GOD’S PROVIDENCE IS OUR INHERITANCE”
England, 18th century
Gold
Weight 8.2 gr
Category
18th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold English "Posey" Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Posy Ring, “+ NO CUTTE TO UNKINDNES”
England, 17th century
Gold
Weight 8.1 gr.; circumference
Category
17th Century English Antique Posey Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Gold Poesy Ring Not the Value but my Love
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Poesy (posey) Rings were popular during the 15th through the 17th centuries in both England and
Category
Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Posey Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century 22 Karat Gold Posy Ring "Be tru in hart"
Located in Sale, Cheshire
posey) Rings were popular during the 15th through the 18th centuries in both England and France as
Category
Early 18th Century English Medieval Antique Posey Rings
Materials
22k Gold
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Antique Posey Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of antique posey rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 18th Century. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of antique posey rings, as most of the options available are for men.
How Much are Antique Posey Rings?
Prices for antique posey rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $4,000 and can go as high as $20,000, while antique posey rings, on average, fetch $6,000.
Questions About Antique Posey Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a ring is an antique, see if you can locate a maker's marking on the inside of the band. If you can, research the artisan, company or workshop using trusted online resources. By learning when they were active and reviewing image galleries of their work, you can often estimate approximately when a particular ring was produced. If your ring is 100 years old or older, it is an antique. In the event that you can't find a maker's mark or still have lingering questions about your ring's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- Do antique rings have hallmarks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- Is my antique ring real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To find out if your antique ring is real, you can first try researching the maker. Look for a hallmark inside the ring and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced it. From there, you can find out if the jewelry maker typically produced jewelry out of precious metals and genuine gemstones or specialized in costume jewelry crafted from less costly materials. Another option is to have an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser inspect your ring for you. Explore a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- What were antique rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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