POISON POTION LOCKET RING STERLING SILVER LABRADORITE SIZE ( ( R ) BLUE CHALCEDONY SIZE 7 ( O ) LAPIS LAZULI SIZE 7 ( O )

POISON POTION LOCKET RING STERLING SILVER LABRADORITE SIZE ( ( R ) BLUE CHALCEDONY SIZE 7 ( O ) LAPIS LAZULI SIZE 7 ( O )

what you see pictured is the ring you will receive only one of each

Handmade, Sterling Silver  Poison Locket Ring , a fabulous handmade vintage look ring, marked 925.

Excellent vintage look sterling silver ring, handmade in Bali, set with a natural  cab stone ( Labradorite, Blue Chalcedony, Lapis lazuli ). Beautiful filigree work and accents along with handmade clasp & hinge. New and unworn condition.

These solid 925 sterling silver poison locket rings are very popular  ( more designs coming soon). Poison locket rings can be used to store pills, tablets, ashes of a loved one, and other precious items.

Most people believe that poison rings were the invention of assassins and jealous spouses, intended only as a rather fashionable means of secreting poison into the
drinks of their helpless victims. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Poison rings along with lockets and other vessel jewelry originated in India and the Far East. As the art of metalworking advanced such jewelry was a natural
replacement for the bags and pouches people had worn in ancient times to secure special and valuable objects. Also known as locket or box rings, examples of
poison rings can be found throughout Asia, Russia, the Mediterranean and the Middle East.

Historians believe that poison rings found their way to Western Europe during the early Middle Ages as part of the Holy Relic trade. These much sought after bits of
bone, teeth or hair, were believed to be actual parts of Christian Saints or Martyrs and so were thought to grant the owner special connection with God as well as
protection from illness and bad luck. Although the majority of the Holy Relics were hoarded in chapels and churches throughout Europe many lesser relics were
embedded in wax and set inside locket rings, making them perfect for everyday wear. What could be more useful than a relic close at hand?

During the Renaissance poison rings became popular among the European aristocracy. Like lockets they were given as love tokens and used to store images
of loved ones, locks of hair and other cherished keepsakes. Until the advent of photography such images were hand painted miniatures and only affordable by the
extremely wealthy. Perhaps the most morbid use of poison rings arose during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Jewelers started making coffin shaped locket rings
complete with skeletons and images of Death. Called funeral rings, they were given to mourners as a memento of the departed.

Up through the 19th century finely made poison rings were prized for their beauty and collected as curiosities. However, cheaper poison rings soon began to be
produced. Cast out of pewter, brass, copper and most recently plastic, they became sort of the ultimate party favor and were given out at carnivals, birthday
parties and other special events.

Today poison rings are back in vogue, particularly amongst jewelry collectors and enthusiasts. What could be more delightful than a ring with a secret?

each of these rings has a stone with its own meaning ( what you see pictured is what you get, there is only one of each)

Blue Chalcedony, size 7 ( O ) Emotional balance ,  Vitality ,  Stamina ,  Endurance ,  Energy , Intensity , Hardiness , Nurturance , Generosity , Liveliness , Kindness , Charity ,  Friendliness. A creative stone, Blue Chalcedony imparts mental flexibility and verbal dexterity.  It stimulates the ability to learn new languages and improves memory.  Gives feelings of light-heartedness and optimism.  Improves self-perception.  Aids regeneration of mucus membranes.  Enhances the immune system.  Blue Chalcedony has an anti-inflammatory effect and lowers temperature and blood pressure.  Heals the lungs and clears the respiratory system of the effects of smoking.

Lapis lazuli, Size 7 ( O ) ,  Inner truth , Inner power , Love , Purification , Intuition , Positive magic , Self-confidence , Manifestation , Friendship. A stone of protection that may be worn to guard against psychic attacks, Lapis Lazuli quickly releases stress, bringing deep peace.  It brings harmony and deep inner self-knowledge.  Encourages self-awareness, allows self-expression and reveals inner truth, providing qualities of honesty, compassion and morality to the personality. Lapis Lazuli boosts the immune system, purifies blood, lowers blood pressure, cooling and soothing areas of inflammation.  It alleviates insomnia and vertigo, and overcomes depression.

LABRADORITE size 9 ( R )  Transformation , Promotes psychic abilities , Strengthens our will , Stimulates imagination , Calming A stone of transformation, Labradorite is a useful companion through change, imparting strength and perseverance. It stimulates the imagination and calms an overactive mind, developing enthusiasm and new ideas.Labradorite treats disorders of the eyes and brain, stimulates mental acuity, and relieves anxiety and stress.  It regulates metabolism, balances hormones and relieves menstrual tension.  Labradorite treats colds, gout, and rheumatism, lowers blood pressure, and aids in digestion.