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An exquisite palette: a dedication to two

There is black enamel, gold and hair….and then there is black enamel, gold and hair. This f...

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Mourning Silk Art

From Barbara Robbins comes this wonderful piece and an equally wonderful story! “There is a...

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Rococo Revival Ring, Victorian Paradise

The Victorian appropriation of the Rococo style is something that overtook the mainstream and led...

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Sleep in Jesus: a dedication to a child, 1876

Gold back and front memorial lockets with various designs were ubiquitous mourning jewellery item...

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Victorian Mourning Jewellery & Customs

Via GhostWatching comes this magical overview; [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USpaP7ru5W...

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Grand Tour 2011: Treasure from Abroad (Part 4)

Obscura in New York (280 East 10th Street) is a brilliant store run by an equally brilliant man n...

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Symbolism, Mizpah

Let’s get all along the watchtower for today’s Symbolism Sunday! It does indeed look like such a ...

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Symbolism, The Greek Keys

Good morning, jewellery historians! It’s time to unlock your doors, welcome in that fresh sea bre...

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Podcast Interview: A Thousand Facets Podcast

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The Georgian “REGARD” Brooch

Jewellers and goldsmiths who had a close proximity to the crown benefitted from the attention and...

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1803 Green Enamel Mourning Ring: Part 2

In the first part of this article, the elements that created a green enamel mourning ring have be...

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1803 Green Enamel Mourning Ring: Part 1

Enamel is the primary identifier for mourning and sentimental jewels, with colour being the most ...

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Mourning Jewels at Fellows Auctions

Art of Mourning is a celebration of mourning and sentimental jewellery. A resource created to dis...

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Latest Lecture

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Podcast Interview: A Thousand Facets Podcast

Please enjoy my recent podcast with Haunted History Chronicles, where I take you on a journey thr...

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