Recently, I’ve been thinking of the previous time that Halley’s Comet passed us all by (9 February 1986 for all you kids out there) and this reminded me of that fascinating style of jewellery known as the Halley’s Comet pin or brooch.
Interview with Jewellery Historian Hayden Peters
Hello Dear Mourners, Welcome to my blog of musings about jewellery, history, art and design! Please take some time to read this recent interview of myself and learn quite a bit more! http://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/an-interview-with-antique-mourning-jewelry-collector-hayden-peters/
Symbolism Meaning: Inscriptions
Symbolism Meaning: Animals Symbolism Meaning: Objects Symbolism Meaning: Plants Symbolism Meaning: Inscriptions Symbolism Meaning: Gemstones A listing of sentimental and memorial jewellery inscriptions: Affection Weeps, Heaven Rejoices All I refuse & thee I chuse Angels Weep When Children Mourn Belle d’Amour (love token) Dearest (love token) Discite Invitatium (memento mori) (separation of justice) E n… Continue reading Symbolism Meaning: Inscriptions
Symbolism Meaning: Gemstones
Symbolism Meaning: Animals Symbolism Meaning: Objects Symbolism Meaning: Plants Symbolism Meaning: Inscriptions Symbolism Meaning: Gemstones Agate: Health, longevity. Alexandrine: Truth, justice, contentment, strength. Amber: Disdain. Amethyst: Sincerity, sobriety / peace of mind. Aquamarine: Courage, truth, hope. Bloodstone: Courage, presence of mind / Farewell – mourning absence. Carnelian: Contentment, friendship / Distinction lies before thee / Friendship… Continue reading Symbolism Meaning: Gemstones