Poesy

Definition
Poesy (poesy) n. Po"e*sy [F. poésie (cf. It. poesia]
 * 1) The art of composing poems; poetical skill or faculty; as, "the heavenly gift of poesy". Shak.
 * 2) Poetry; metrical composition; poems. "Music and poesy used to quicken you". Shak.
 * 3) A short conceit or motto engraved on a ring or other thing; a posy. Bacon.