On December 21, 2007, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of about 1,000 Sterling Silver Teething Rings by Empire Silver Company. The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate, releasing the beads inside and posing a serious choking and aspiration hazard to infants.

The recalled sterling silver teething rings were sold in three styles: single ring with ball, single ring with heart and ball, and three rings with ball. They were sold at independent jewelry, gift and specialty, and department stores nationwide during November 2007 for between $50 and $120.

The CPSC recommends that consumers not let infants use the recalled silver teething rings. Rather, consumers should contact Empire Silver Company at 1-800-255-947 or visit the company’s website.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, ?Release #08-148,? December 21, 2007.