17th Century "I Like My Choys" Posy Ring bowenite and remaining in fantastic condition

and remaining in fantastic condition over 200 years later

They're crafted in 18k gold and date from the 1970s

The design is very typically early 20th Century

This one dates from the 1970s

Suspended from a chain at each of the top corners

17th Century "I Like My Choys" Posy Ring bowenite and remaining in fantastic conditionDATE: 17th Century, c. 1680 Posey Rings were popular during the 15th through to the 17th centuries in both England and France, as lovers' gifts. The quotations were often from contemporary courtship stories and were usually inscribed on the inner band; they were given to show regard or as a gift. This charming ring, dating from the 17th Century, circa 1680 , reads "I Like My Choys". To my research, this is old English and perhaps this was given to a