There is an unusual amount of fine construction in this bracelet that sets it apart from more com...
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Hairwork bracelets are more common in sentimental and mourning jewellery. As much as the clasp or...
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Symbolism in watch chains and their fittings are primarily the key identifier when it comes to ma...
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There are several elements here that are intrinsic to Victorian style and fashion that represent ...
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Charms and accessories on hair fob chains and necklaces are as bespoke to the piece as the hair i...
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Discovery is one of the most enlightening and exciting elements to collecting and understanding a...
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There is a union of three elements in this necklace and locket that symbolise the epitome of fash...
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Typical of the second half of the 19th Century, jet and its imitations of vulcanite, bakelite and...
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Later Victorian jewels used the symbol of the female hand quite prevalently, either shaking hands...
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Damage is such a common theme with jewels from the 1850s onwards that we have to discuss it. More...
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Bolder style was in its element during the 1860s. This can be attributed to the mourning of Queen...
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Often a piece comes along that you feel in your heart is special and was kept untouched and loved...
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Jewellers and goldsmiths who had a close proximity to the crown benefitted from the attention and...
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In the first part of this article, the elements that created a green enamel mourning ring have be...
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Enamel is the primary identifier for mourning and sentimental jewels, with colour being the most ...
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Art of Mourning is a celebration of mourning and sentimental jewellery. A resource created to dis...
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The Art of Hair was originally a series of articles written in 2012 as the format of Art of Mourn...
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An urn is a vessel that holds the remains of a loved one and this ring for Sarah Pettie enc...
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Learn about pocket watches and chains with a 19th century pocket watch key hair locket.
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Hair is a remarkable material for remembrance and love. While not considered the token of friends...
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A relationship is a series of shared moments that are consigned to memory. Holding the value ...
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Clasping hands is a universal symbol of a union and trust. Personal connections are forged throug...
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