Victorian Rosary Poison Ring portraits A fine quality diamond cluster

A fine quality diamond cluster pendant

The technique is said to have been invented by the ancient Egyptians

circa 1800

and the piece remains in excellent condition

Victorian Rosary Poison Ring portraits A fine quality diamond clusterDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 An awesome antique signet poison ring. but so much more. The head is hinged, opening up to reveal a secret compartment behind the oval sardonyx panel. It's also a Rosary ring, with studs all around the band designed to be used as a physical method of keeping count of the number of Hail Marys said as the mysteries are contemplated. It's modelled in 15 karat gold, and dates from the 1870s. STONES Sardonyx MEASUREMENTS Head: 1. 3