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MPI Rings, in common with jewels of various descriptions, were given by our monarchs on state occasions, and as New Year's gifts, as marks of special favour. In Rymer's 'Fœdera' there is a curious inventory of rings and ouches, with other jewels, which King Henry VI. bestowed in 1445, as New Year's gifts, on his uncle and nobles.

In the inventories of Queen Elizabeth's jewels there are numerous instances of such gifts.

New Year's gift ring.