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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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9K Yellow Gold Opal Vintage Style Cocktail Poison Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Embrace mystery and vintage charm with this Opal Vintage-Style Cocktail Poison Ring. Featuring a bezel-set opal that opens to reveal a hidden compartment, it's both captivating and f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Poison Ring with Sapphire and Diamond Floral Engraving in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in 9K yellow gold, this distinctive Sapphire Poison Ring combines artistry, functionality and the enduring fascination of a collectible Hidden Compartment Ring.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Gold & Silver, Victorian Rose Diamond Enamel Poison Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Enamel Poison Ring
9ct Gold & Silver
Circa 1900
A striking and rare example of late Victorian ingenuity and ornamentation, this circa 1900 poison ring features...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Enamel
9K Yellow Gold Amethyst Cabochon and Opal Poison Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Amethyst Cabochon and Opal Poison Ring features a beautifully smooth amethyst cabochon set in a secure bezel.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is a Poison Ring inspired by Art Deco.
Size ITA: 15 Size USA: 7 1/4
We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,840 Sale Price
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Wendy Brandes "Poison Ring" 18K Gold and Diamond Locket Cufflinks
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
Tradition has it that she was a notorious poisoner and kept her vices inside locket-style rings.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Cufflinks
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
