Silver, 6.46 grams, 24.94 mm. 17th-18th century AD. The ring comprises a shallow, D-section band which widens to a central column with scrolled detailing to both sides; the bezel is formed as a flat panel with scrolled outline bearing a baroque incised design - an eccentric cross flanked by scrolled brackets, surrounded by a cross, lozenge, chevron and double-chevron. The baroque style used scrolled curves and asymmetrical placement of design elements to achieve its eccentric yet pleasing effect. Reference: Oman, C. British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974. Extremely fine condition. Provenance: from an old English collection.