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Rings 25.01.2012
1880 Locket Ring

Anna Schrarn, 1881 Locket Ring

As seen in the ‘Discovering a 19th Century Swivel Ring’ piece, this ring shares remarkably the same style in terms…

Lockets 07.10.2011

Spotlight On: Hairwork Necklace and Locket

This mourning locket and chain are an excellent match, but are actually two separate pieces. The fittings only compliment the…

Lockets 22.07.2011
Sleep in Jesus Locket / In Memory Of Black Enamel

Sleep in Jesus: a dedication to a child, 1876

Gold back and front memorial lockets with various designs were ubiquitous mourning jewellery items in Victorian England and the United…

Lockets 15.07.2011
Charles I Enamel Locket

Charles I Enamel Locket

Collecting is all about historical archiving, keeping these pieces safe for the future and letting as many people learn about…

Lockets 05.07.2011
Charles II Silver Locket

Charles II Silver Locket

This wonderful piece could tell a few stories, I’m sure. From the always incredible Barbara Robbins is this smashing piece…

Lockets 27.06.2011
Four Treasure Sentimental Locket 1830

Four Treasures Within a Locket

I love lockets, next to rings, they’re one of the most popular items of mourning/sentimental jewellery. Why is this so?…

Comments

  • User AvatarArt of Mourning
    Thank you, Janet, that is incredibly kind!
  • User Avatarjanet ray
    i love your website.....it is so informative and beautiful.
  • User AvatarArt of Mourning
    Certainly, Graham - I'll be sure to create a new...