Antique Poison Ring
Antique Poison Ring solid 18K Gold Ø 8US / 2 gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with hidden folding compartment on the crown.. Both hinged
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1820s Swedish Empire Antique Poison Ring
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18k Gold
Antique Victorian Period Gold and Shield-Shaped Sardonyx Locket Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian gold poison ring set with a shield-shaped sardonyx plaque which opens to reveal a
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1840s English Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Vintage Historic Mixed Metal Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
a secret compartment at the top, (often termed a Poison Ring) which is lined with red velvet.. This
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Poison Ring
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Mixed Metal
Georgian Snake Poison Locket Pendant Mourning Garnet Antique Gold 1800 Rare
Located in New York, NY
ever seen. The following is a description of poison rings:
A poison ring or pillbox ring is a type
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19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Poison Ring
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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
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Antique 18k gold Mourning locket ring, Black enamel, Diamond and Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
designed it is also a hinged locket face, opening up much like the old infamous poison ring design
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monogram Signet Poison Hidden Compartment Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a signet style ring with an oval face engraved with script initials 'M S Y'
Face is
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1910s Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Medieval sapphire ring, circa 15th century.
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire ring. Set with a hexagonal table cut natural sapphire in a closed back rubover
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15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Sapphire, Gold
Medieval Sapphire Fede Ring, circa 14th Century AD
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire fede ring. Centrally set with one oval cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in a
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Medieval Antique Poison Ring
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Sapphire, 18k Gold
Medieval Cabochon Sapphire Ring, circa 13th-14th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval cabochon sapphire ring. Centrally set with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Medieval Antique Poison Ring
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Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring circa 14-15th century
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring. Set with a hexagonal cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
1820 Nordic Life Love Death Poison Pin Enamel 18K Gold / 1.36gr
Located in SE
Old Nordic Poison pin. Three symbols in one : Flower for Life, Heart for Love and Cross for Faith
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19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Antique Poison Ring
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Vally Wiethelthier, Drunken Sailor, Art Deco Art Ceramic Figurine, ca. 1925
Located in New York, NY
. Around his neck is a metal ring with an anchor on it.
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Signed on the left buttock: "Italy
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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Ceramic
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Late 18th Century Enamel Gold Ring with A Secret Compartment
Located in Firenze, IT
A beautiful and rare antique ring with a secret compartment. Charming enamel ring, with a concealed compartment for keepsakes and brimming with expressions of love.The door of the lo...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Archaeological Revival Gold Tiara
Located in London, GB
An Archaeological revival gold myrtle leaf tiara possibly by Castellani, the twenty-two realistically carved leaves embellished with thirty buds forming a wreath, with yellow gold fr...
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18th Century Italian Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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18k Gold, Gold
Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1920s Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 18 karat yellow gold intaglio signet ring; part our gent's jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive antique men's signet ring h...
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1920s British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold 18k Signet Ring with Intaglio
Located in Geneva, CH
Yellow gold 18K signet ring adorned with an intaglio on nicolo agate representing a coat of arms. Swedish hallmarks.
Ring size: 56 / 7.5 US.
Gross weight: 8.32 grams.
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Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Agate, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring.
Circa 1830
This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
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19th Century Georgian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Pendant Locket Pearl Ruby Star Small Charm 14k Rose Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Victorian pendant or charm (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat rose gold.
Six seed pearls measure 1mm each, with an estimated 0.10 carat ruby set to the cen...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.64 in L 1 in
Antique Ring Diamonds Blue Enamel solid 18k Gold Ø 6US /5.2gr
Located in SE
Great looking ring with an attached floret of seven old diamond cut Diamonds pave set in white Gold clusters and surrounded by 12 Blue Enamel panels smoothly conforming down the shou...
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Late 18th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three vibrant rose cut rubies are the feature of this fine Edwardian period eighteen karat 18k yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accen...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Medusa Gold Ring C300BC
Located in Chicago, IL
An Ancient Head of Medusa Gold Ring
circa 300 BC
This high carat gold Hellenistic ring is designed as a gold disc with a horizontally positioned archaic relief bust of Medusa f...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Poison Ring
Antique Victorian Diamond and Onyx Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Late Victorian, 1880-1890, diamond and onyx locket pendant. In the center, the onyx stone is decorated with a silver floral decor set with rose cut diamonds. The pendant i...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Turquoise Diamond Forget Me Not Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Victorian 15 Carat Gold, Turquoise and Diamond "Forget Me Not" ring. The face of the ring made in shape of Forget Me Not on a beautiful scroll shoulders. Perfect as everyday...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant in the form of a flower set with a gorgeous Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center with pearl set petals and leaves. The jewels set ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian Black Enamel Locket Front 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Victorian Black Enamel Locket Front 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
inscription reads “ for memory of my dear mother May 10/94”
The item comes without the box in the photos but wil...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique English Gold Band 'Posy' Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
POSY RING “PIETY IS THE BEST MONUMENT”
England, 17th century
Gold
Weight: 1.5 g.; circumference: 60.1 mm.; size: US 9.25, UK S
Fine, irregular, D-section hoop. Italic inscription on...
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17th Century English Antique Poison Ring
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Gold
An Important Giuliano Renaissance-Revival Brooch
By Giuliano
Located in London, GB
An important Giuliano Renaissance-Revival gold and enamel gem-set brooch, the brooch decorated with the figure of Venus enamelled en ronde bosse, holding up a diamond-set mirror and ...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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Antique Poison Locked Ring in 10 Karat
Located in Houston, TX
Antique poison locked ring in 10k, solid rose and yellow gold. It’s Swivel (Movable), both sides
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Early 18th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Agate, 10k Gold
Victorian Natural Untreated Red Spinel Rare Secret Locket Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
So Rare to Treasure!
This very unusual Victorian ring attracts for beauty of the mount and
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1880s Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Spinel, 14k Gold
Ancient Carved Amethyst Crown Flower Bead Necklace with 22k Gold
Located in Bloomington, IN
three granulated gold ring beads of decreasing size with a granule of gold at the bottom acts as a
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Amethyst, 22k Gold
Very Rare Victorian Gold, Enamel & Emerald Poison Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly unusual Victorian era "poison" ring. Composed of 18 karat yellow gold, enamel & green
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Emerald, 18k Gold
1.0 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Poison Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
yellow Gold.
This is a poison ring inspired by Renaissance Style.
Size ITA: 15 Size USA: 7 1/4
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Marcus & Co. Egyptian Revival Emerald Gold Poison Ring
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An antique Egyptian Revival poison ring, surmounted by a faceted lozenge-shaped emerald and flanked
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1890s American Egyptian Revival Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst and Pearl Secret Box Poison Ring
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent 14K gold secret box ring (also called poison ring). The ring features a rare
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Foil Back Amethyst Poison Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
underneath the amethyst which is hinged at the top and flips open. Referred to as a "poison ring", the small
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Signet Poison Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring with hinged top Poison compartment. The top of the ring
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1910s American Antique Poison Ring
Materials
14k Gold
Antique 22k Gold & Diamond Poison Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
to hold poison or snuff. Simply unscrew the top diamond to detach the tiers and open it up! The ring
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, 22k Gold
A Georgian Sapphire Diamond Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The bezel shaped as a hinged cluster set with an oval cut sapphire and rose cut diamond revealing a small secret compartment, to a foliate trifurcated shoulders, mounted in silver an...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Italian Gold Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring engraved on the front with a noble coat of arms which we have managed to trace back to the
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Poison Ring
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Gold
Antique French Guilloche Enamel Locket Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
of rings is also known as poison rings.
The shoulders are finely chased with stylized flowers and
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Poison Swivel Scarab Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Egyptian Revival poison swivel ring in the form of a scarab, in 18k gold. France
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1920s French Egyptian Revival Antique Poison Ring
Materials
18k Gold
A Roman Rock Crystal Magical Intaglio Chnoubis 2nd 3rd century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring in 18kt yellow gold decorated Chnoubis on a column
Chnoubis is an Egyptian Gnostic solar icon
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Etruscan Revival Diamond Poison Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A brilliant and unique Etruscan Revival poison ring from the Victorian era. Made of 18 karat yellow
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold and Onyx Snuff or Poison Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
Victorian Gold and Onyx Snuff or Poison Ring
Purity of gold is unknown
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
14 Karat Gold Victorian Blue Sapphire Poison Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Victorian Blue Cabochon Sapphire poison ring set in 14K Gold. Hallmarked on the underside
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th century 18 karat yellow gold and enamel memorial "Poison" ring
Located in Malmö, SE
(poison ring) 18k gold, engraved and enamel decoration, hidden compartment with hinges still containing a
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1840s Swedish Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Georgian Poison Ring in Gold with Onyx is Cunningly Beautiful
Located in Southbury, CT
This Georgian-era poison ring from the early 19th century is as cunning as it is beautiful. The
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Signet Poison Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring with hinged top Poison compartment. The top of the ring
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1910s American Antique Poison Ring
Materials
14k Gold
Georgian Poison Ring Casket Aquamarine and Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Silver, 1850
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An intriguing, authentic antique late Georgian poison ring, also known as a casket ring. First seen
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Mid-19th Century Georgian Antique Poison Ring
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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Petersburg Enamel Poison Tank Ring
Located in Orimattila, FI
14 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Petersburg Enamel Poison Tank Ring
56 Russian Gold Stamp
Rare Poison
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19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Poison Ring
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Gold Poison Bishop Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Snuff, Poison, locket Ring.
Open the locket you find the miniature
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1890s Italian Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Renaissance Revival Blue Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
that incorporate hidden compartments are often referred to as "poison rings," though they were also
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Emerald and Enamel Snuff, Poison, Locket Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Emerald and Enamel Snuff, Poison, locket Ring.
Extremely rare
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19th Century Antique Poison Ring
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Emerald, 18k Gold
Medieval 14th Century Amethyst Gold Stirrup Ring Amuletic Magical Small Ring
Located in London, GB
A very small but enchanting Medieval ring set with an amethyst dating to circa 1300! The high carat
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15th Century and Earlier European Medieval Antique Poison Ring
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Amethyst, Gold
Men's Snake Ring from Gold Rush Era Devours All Other Snake Rings
Located in Southbury, CT
. Although it did not strike me, it nonetheless poisoned me against snakes and snake rings and snake
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1850s American Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Swiss Enamel Hidden Compartment Ring
Located in New York, NY
, perfume or medicine and in some cases poison for a sinister mission. The inside of the ring is hand
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1810s Antique Poison Ring
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Maltese Cross Locket, Bloodstone, Pendant 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
compartment.
Often referred to as poison lockets and commonly found in rings these concealed type lockets
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Original Antique Portrait of Kay Francis American Film Star - Beautiful Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
appeared in only one other Broadway production, titled Elmer the Great in 1928. Written by Ring Lardner and
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Poison Ring
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Oil, Canvas
Antique Mourning Locket Ring, Bloodstone Intaglio, Poison Ring, 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
The infamous poison ring, also known as locket or vessel rings are shrouded in mystery and tales of
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
15k Gold
Antique Victorian Sardonyx Rosary Poison Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An awesome antique signet / poison ring.... but so much more. The head is hinged, opening up to
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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15k Gold
Georgian Enamel Poison Ring in 18k Gold, Secret Poison Antique Ring, Locket Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Georgian enamel poison ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Rare ring composed of a square bezel with a
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1820s French Georgian Antique Poison Ring
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Black Enamel and Pearl Gold Poison Ring, Antique Secret Compartment Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
A beautiful and rare antique Victorian poison ring with a secret compartment. The central locket
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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Pearl, Rose Gold, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Secret Poison Gold Ring in 14k and 18k Gold, Secret Compartment Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Secret poison gold ring in 14 and 18 karat yellow and rose gold. Rare ring with a rectangular bezel
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Poison Ring
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14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Poison Locket Ring, Chester, 1907
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This 9ct Edwardian Yellow Gold poison locket ring is so mysterious.
A decorative concealment for a
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Poison Ring
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9k Gold
Data Fata Secutus Signet Ring with Concealed Jewelry Box Key
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Since the days of Ancient Rome, rings have been adapted to be not just decorative objects, but also
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1870s British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
18k Gold
Oak credence table from England c. 1890
Located in Houston, TX
was originally placed beside a dining table where the food was tasted for poison before being
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19th Century English Antique Poison Ring
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Oak
Victorian Chased Gold Poison Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This fabulous antique signet ring features a hidden locket compartment on the face. The hinged
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Poison Ring
Materials
15k Gold
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Antique Poison Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact antique poison ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique poison ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique poison ring over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara and Marcus & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique poison ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Emerald rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and square cut alternatives. Finding an antique poison ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Antique Poison Ring?
Prices for an antique poison ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $645 and can go as high as $42,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,500.
Finding the Right rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Poison Ring
- Why is it called a poison ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A poison ring features a small container built into the ring and concealed behind a hinged lid. It was rumored to be used to hold toxic substances to kill enemies, but could also be used to hold relics or a small amount of perfume, a lock of hair or other small treasures. On 1stDibs, find a selection of poison rings.
- How old are poison rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Poison rings, also known as pillbox rings, grew in popularity in Europe during the 16th century. There is no known date for the introduction of the poison ring. However, it originated in the Far East and India. Today, the poison ring carries small amounts of liquids. Shop a range of antique poison rings on 1stDibs.
- What were antique rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
- Do antique rings have hallmarks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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