A round hinged compartment forms the raised face of this sterling silver poison ring, with polished Celtic knotwork arranged across the lid in a balanced four-part pattern. Matching openwork knots extend along both shoulders of the band, while a small clasp secures the lid over the dark recessed interior.
Poison rings have been used to conceal tiny personal objects such as perfume, folded messages, locks of hair, miniature portraits, and keepsakes. Here, the hidden compartment is paired with Celtic knotwork commonly associated with continuity and interconnectedness. It is an unusual combination of ornament and function, with just enough secrecy to make an ordinary ring feel far more interesting.
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Handcrafted to Order
Please allow 14–21 business days for production
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