A French Mourning Pendant in 1787 For A Child

French Mourning Miniature and mother on February 22nd, 1787, age 11 years, 4 months and 22 days.”

One of the most difficult concepts to gasp when identifying and appreciating mourning jewels is trying to separate the emotional context from the facts of the piece. In most cases, a simple evaluation can extrapolate what the jewel is, when it was created and who it was created for. These jewels are monuments, fashionable tombstones… Continue reading A French Mourning Pendant in 1787 For A Child

A Sentimental Brooch For a Mother and Daughter, c.1860

Dedication: To D.H.R from her affectionate mother. Often a piece comes along that you feel in your heart is special and was kept untouched and loved for a reason. This brooch is one of those, not only for its pristine condition, but for the glorious sentiment between a mother and daughter. This piece specifically states… Continue reading A Sentimental Brooch For a Mother and Daughter, c.1860