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Why is it called a poison ring?
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A 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.
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0.50ct Jelly Opal Poison Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: This poison ring has a round Ethiopian jelly opal set in sterling silver.
Circa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Sapphires or Emeralds.
This Ring is a Poison Ring inspired by Art Deco.
Size ITA: 15 Size USA: 7 1/4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,634 Sale Price
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Antique Blue Sapphire and Multi-Diamond Poison Ring in 12 Karat Gold and Silver
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
poison ring, a true testament to craftsmanship and mystery. At its heart lies a bold dome-shaped design
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver...
Temple St Clair Poison Ring In 18Kt Gold With 11.10 Ctw Diamonds And Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail poison ring designed by Temple St. Claire.
Gorgeous and rare ring created by the jewelry
Category
1990s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1935 Nordic Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø7.25 US /4.8gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with crown being a hidden compartment 13 mm x 11 mm x 5.5 mm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Hematite, 18k Gold
1838 Antique Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø 2.75 US / 0.95gr
Located in SE
Old Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a hinged compartment on the crown. Hand- engraved
Category
Antique 1830s Swedish Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold
