The Catacomb Saints Poison Chamber Ring is a lockable poison-ring which comes with it’s own working yellow gold key threaded on an 45cm (18 inch) chain to be worn around the neck.
This piece is known as a poison ring, a design that became popular in the 16th century, used to slip poison into an enemy’s food or drink. They have also been used throughout history to carry perfume, locks of hair, devotional relics, messages and other keepsakes.
A stunning and clever design, it has been entirely hand made (including the locking mechanisms). This magnificent poison ring can be unlocked with the key provided to reveal a tiny secret compartment.
Carefully handcrafted in 18 carat yellow gold, the ring’s chamber is topped with a stunning vivid square citrine and is further embellished with black ruthenium plate. The chamber sits aloft a signature William Llewellyn Griffiths split shank and is flanked by two saintly enamelled baroque style skulls, each adorned with a brilliant cut garnet crown.
Measuring 20mm above the finger and 29.3mm at its widest point this sumptuous ring is definitely a statement piece. It sits comfortably on the hand and has a marvellous weight to it.
The ring fits finger size US 10 (Australian & British size T 1/2). Ring size can be adjusted within reason.
MATERIALS 18 carat yellow gold 29.35 grams
Citrine, square cut 13.5mm
Garnets x 2, 5.3mm round brilliant cut
White enamel, hand painted. Enamel painting is a time consuming and delicate process and needs to be treated with care.
The key weighs 9.4 grams, is 32mm in length, 14mm in width, is 4mm at it’s thickest point and comes on it’s own 45cm 18 carat gold chain.
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The price will be adjusted according to current gold and gemstone prices and to reflect your ring size. Please allow 3-6 weeks production time, subject to stone availability. If you need something sooner, please let us know.
All pieces are made with love in William Llewellyn Griffiths’ Melbourne studio. We offer independently accredited valuations upon request .
