Since the days of Ancient Rome, rings have been adapted to be not just decorative objects, but also useful ones. Sometimes they are also lockets (to hold poison as well as mementos), or they are watches, or as in the case of this ring, they are also keys. This incredible and rare Victorian piece holds a key that discreetly tucks into the head of the ring and is concealed by a hinged round carnelian locket. Beneath the key almost entirely hidden from view is a bloodstone slab - a nice detail. The key would have opened a small box used to hold jewelry, money, or other valuables.