Nyssa, is a Victorian treasure with a warm semi-baroque pearl nestled within a halo of smaller pearls in 18 carat gold. She whispers tales of hope and endurance, her iridescence capturing the warmth of bygone days. An enchanting relic crafted for those who cherish nature's artistry and history's embrace.
History
Often called a poison ring, this design is more accurately a compartment or locket ring. The hinged bezel opens to reveal a tiny chamber. While stories of poison persist, most were made for practical or sentimental uses.
The Nyssa Ring Gem Details
One central baroque pearl measures 6.50x7.00 millimetres. The surrounding seed pearls measure 2.25 to 2.50 millimetres. Under the setting is a concealed hinged compartment.
Size
M 1/2 (Australia and UK sizing) or 6.5 (US and Canada)
The Nyssa Ring can be resized prior to shipping upon request. Resizing is complimentary up or down four sizes or please message us for a quote if more sizes are needed.
Condition
Antique. Circa 1890s.
Great to Know
The Nyssa Ring is part of our trove of strongly sustainable, environmentally friendly, and conflict-free jewellery. She lives in our carefully curated collection of one-of-a-kind vintage treasures - polished and restored with care by our talented jewellers, restoring them to their former glory.
Vintage jewels have many stories to tell - of romance, love, family, joy, and sometimes loss and resilience. Passed down from person to person, generation to generation, they carry the whispers of past promises and sentiment. The Nyssa Ring is not just a piece of jewellery; it is a piece of wonderful history waiting to continue its journey.
Behind the Scenes
Every alluring jewel within our unrivalled collection has been thoroughly assessed by our team of highly skilled and qualified GAA gemmologists, jewellers and registered NCJV valuers with over 60 years of combined experience in the jewellery industry.