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What is a mourning necklace?

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What is a mourning necklace?
A mourning necklace is a piece of jewelry worn as a remembrance of death and loved ones, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a sign of mourning, so the necklace features motifs of skulls, crossbones, or angels that are representative of death and mortality. On 1stDibs you can find antique and vintage mourning jewelry today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
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Heart Ring Black Diamond Black Enamel Mourning Jewelry
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mourning Jewelry Heart Style Ring Black Diamond Black Enamel Designer: J Dauphin Heart Ring with
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2010s Indian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone
Located in Milford, DE
mourning jewelry, made popular by Queen Victoria and her court, was used to memorialize loved ones who
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Mourning Jewelry Style White Diamond Bangle Midnight Blue Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mourning Jewelry Style White Diamond Bangle Midnight Blue Enamel Star Sphere Bangle White Diamond
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2010s Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Victorian antique carved bog oak anchor brooch, Mourning jewellery, nautical
Located in Kings Langley, GB
the bog water. Bog oak is often used to make jewelry, especially mourning jewelry. A bit of history
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Mourning Remembrance Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Victorian mourning brooch is a poignant and beautifully crafted piece of jewelry, rich
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Mourning Locket with Woven Hair, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
mourning jewelry, symbolizing remembrance and devotion to a deceased loved one. The gold-plated casing has
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

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