A ruby 'Smartie Poison' ring, by Solange Azagury-Partridge, 2007. Photo: Bonhams.
The pavé-set circular-cut ruby hinged cover opening to reveal a small compartment, mounted in blackened platinum, maker's mark S-AP, London hallmark, one ruby deficient, ring size K, maker's case. Estimate£4,000 - 6,000 (€4,800 - 7,200)
The ring was commissioned by the present owner in platinum; other 'Smartie Poison' models were made in blackened gold.
Bonhams. FINE JEWELLERY, 30 Apr 2014, London, New Bond Street - www.bonhams.com