Pretty Poison

Spooky season is in full swing, I bring you my first offering. Poison has always held a special place in history, from Aqua Tofana, Socrates, the Borgias, to Shakespear, the deadly little bottle has always held a place of infamy. It was also a color to die for, literally. Arsenic green, or Paris green was a wildly popular color in the early 1800's, due to its vibrancy, and longevity. However, it came with a hefty price, death. As the name implies, arsenic was a key component in the emerald green dye, which could be easily absorbed through the skin, from clothing, inhaled as a dust from fashionable wallpaper, or accidentally drunk in paint water. Today's drop is an homage to the deadly dye, with a classic skull and crossbones motif, and scintillating drops of emerald green malice, dangling below the grinning death's head. All wirewrapped securely on sterling silver wire, antique crystals of three variants, sway hypnotically. Your choice of rounded faceted drops, angular sharp points, and smooth green metallic tears. As always, they swing from sturdy sterling leverback hooks, to ensure all day comfort, and peace of mind. Which style is your favorite? Pick your poison. 😉