The fourteenth child and ninth son of King George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Prince Alfred was born on the 22nd of September 1780 and died on the 20th of August, 1782. As can be understood, his death at a young age incredibly affected his parents, affecting George III’s mental health. His brother, Prince Octavius,… Continue reading Prince Alfred Funerary Urn Locket
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A Mourning Tour: The Georgian “REGARD” Brooch
Jewellers and goldsmiths who had a close proximity to the crown benefitted from the attention and fame that their patronage would bring. These are the agents of change which can define the direction of fashion and art, resonating through a society and changing symbolism and identity. The late 18th century began a uniform of change… Continue reading A Mourning Tour: The Georgian “REGARD” Brooch
The Georgian “REGARD” Brooch
Jewellers and goldsmiths who had a close proximity to the crown benefitted from the attention and fame that their patronage would bring. These are the agents of change which can define the direction of fashion and art, resonating through a society and changing symbolism and identity. The late 18th century began a uniform of change… Continue reading The Georgian “REGARD” Brooch
Georgian Heart REGARD Locket
Every jewel is a remarkable monument to its time, its fashion, its very personality. Sentimental jewels are the embodiment of love between two people and identify the meaning (and potential future) of the person who had given them. A statement of love is one that resonates loudly throughout the ages, especially during times where sentimental… Continue reading Georgian Heart REGARD Locket