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What is a mourning pin?

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What is a mourning pin?
It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Georgian Enamelled Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a charming antique mourning brooch from the Georgian era. The brooch showcases exceptional enamel work for a period piece and depicts a lady visiting a companion's gravestone...
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Antique 1780s Georgian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet and Cameo Mourning brooch
Located in London, GB
Very Large Antique Victorian Mourning brooch made from Black Whitby Jet and Cameo Shell depicting a soldier Pin is secure edging is in very good condition ( no damage ) Size 5cm x 4...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Brooches

Yellow Gold Hair Victorian Mourning Brooch - 10k Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Mourning Brooch Era: Victorian Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Material Information Material: Hair Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and C- Clasp Theme: Mourning Jewelry Feature...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Vintage Mourning Brooch Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Victorian style French made Vintage gold mourning brooch pin 18k yellow gold 28.30 grams Cobalt Blue Enamel, Pearls and Picture/hair space. circa late 1800 - early 1920 size: 50 x 4...
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Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Victorian seed pearl and enamel, 15 karat yellow gold mourning brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Portrait Mourning Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This poignant antique mourning brooch pin is a touching relic of Victorian-era remembrance.
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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