Completely Hairwork Band, Late 19th Century

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This band of hair is a testament to the hairworking industry in America of the time. Only the gold plaque on top reflects the dedication, as the hair becomes the primary material for the ring.

Pieces like this were produced in great numbers and ranged from love tokens to memorial pieces. Often they are without any more inscription than initials in the top gold. Considered not as collectable as they were cheaper forms of the jewellery, often different weaves and sentiments make them special.

Read the below links to learn more about the function of these rings and how they compared to contemporary styles:

Further Reading:
> “My David” Victorian Hairwork Band
> Hello ‘Mother’! A Hinged Hairwork Band
> Hinged Ring and Further Examples
> Another Beautiful Late Victorian Hair Band!
> An 1876 Hair Ring
> A Late 19th Century Hairwork Ring

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