Mid-Victorian Enamel Cross "Poison Ring" amber It's modelled in 14 karat

It's modelled in 14 karat gold throughout - a good size and very nice quality

Width of band: 2

Ovid described such thyrsi as "spear[s] enveloped in vine-leaves" and the point was said to incite madness

it's rare to see such incredible quality

and all support for this other government would clearly be rebellion

Mid-Victorian Enamel Cross "Poison Ring" amber It's modelled in 14 karatDATE: Mid Victorian, c. 1860 Incredible 19th century "poison ring" dating from the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. The signet ring face features a white cloud of enamel, with a black lobed cross at the centre and intricate engraving around the edges. The whole face is hinged down one side, opening to reveal a secret compartment for storage of well, whatever you like really. Poisons, potions, powders, etc. It's crafted in 18 karat gold with French