STERLING SILVER POESY RINGS
Poesy rings are considered the original promise ring. A word vow
etched into precious metal, of love, friendship or faith that would never
tarnish or be forgotten.
Poesy, or poetry rings have been around since at least the 16th century. They
became extremely popular during the Renaissance. Even though they've never
really gone out of style, Poesy rings are once again enjoying a renewed
celebration. This could be because of the trend for medieval weddings and
the "One Ring" featured in J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings.
A Poesy is a short poem or sentiment decoratively inscribed on rings or jewelry. "Posey" literally means "Love Poem". Posey Rings were particularly popular in the Middle Ages - usually a romantic gift or token of friendship. Shakespeare frequently makes references to the Poesy in plays which attests to their popularity in 16th Century England:
"Is this a prologue, or the Poesy of a ring?" or "a thing stuck on with oaths upon your finger, and riveted so with faith unto your flesh."
Ancient tradition has it that words which touch the skin have a particular power. Sterling Silver Poesy Rings were traditionally given as engagement rings, then replaced with the same ring in gold when the couple married. Sterling Silver Poesy Rings were often given as Promise or Purity Rings.
