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Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone
Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone

Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone

Located in Milford, DE

A Victorian pin brooch featuring a carved, wooden, bog-oak set on a brass-tone pin. Victorian mourning jewelry, made popular by Queen Victoria and her court, was used to memorialize ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Antique 19th Century Oval Red Leather Locket or Mourning Jewellery Box
Antique 19th Century Oval Red Leather Locket or Mourning Jewellery Box

Antique 19th Century Oval Red Leather Locket or Mourning Jewellery Box

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique 19th century oval red leather presentation box made for a locket, mourning jewel or miniature, opening on its side hinge to a dark green velvet interior. Both halves are dom...

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Antique Late 19th Century Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Other

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Mourning Remembrance Brooch
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Mourning Remembrance Brooch

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Mourning Remembrance Brooch

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Mourning jewelry became especially popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, who famously mourned the death of her husband, Prince Albert, by wearing black clothing and mourning je...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Mourning Locket with Woven Hair, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Mourning Locket with Woven Hair, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Mourning Locket with Woven Hair, 19th Century

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This exquisite antique Victorian mourning locket, crafted in 14 karat gold, is a beautifully preserved example of 19th-century sentimental jewelry.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage black bakelite cameo pendant mourning necklace 1920-40 celluloid chain
Vintage black bakelite cameo pendant mourning necklace 1920-40 celluloid chain

Vintage black bakelite cameo pendant mourning necklace 1920-40 celluloid chain

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • pendant is made out of bakelite, chain is celluloid, gold tone clasp • vintage mourning jewelry necklace MEASUREMENTS  •  CONDITION • very good vintage c...

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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace
Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace

Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The interior is stamped T&J Bragg, a known Birmingham jewellery firm active during the Victorian era, noted for producing fine-quality jet and mourning jewellery.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Yellow Gold Hair Victorian Mourning Brooch - 10k Pin
Yellow Gold Hair Victorian Mourning Brooch - 10k Pin

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880
Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880

Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880

Located in New York, NY

A poignant and beautifully crafted example of Victorian mourning jewellery, this antique brooch dates to around 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Brooches

Antique c.1860s Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch with Enamel Hairwork
Antique c.1860s Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch with Enamel Hairwork

Antique c.1860s Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch with Enamel Hairwork

Located in New York, NY

The combination of materials reflects the deeply personal nature of mourning jewellery during the 19th century. While mourning jewellery dates back as early as the 16th century, i...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

10K Gold Engine-Turned Mourning Locket with Braided Hair
10K Gold Engine-Turned Mourning Locket with Braided Hair

10K Gold Engine-Turned Mourning Locket with Braided Hair

Located in Venice, CA

A fine example of a Mourning era piece of jewelry, perfect for an antique collection.

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Antique 1840s European Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Faceted Black Jet Mourning Pendant, Early 20th Century
14 Karat Gold Faceted Black Jet Mourning Pendant, Early 20th Century

14 Karat Gold Faceted Black Jet Mourning Pendant, Early 20th Century

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Made between 1906 and 1953, the piece reflects the continued tradition of mourning jewelry into the early 20th century. The elongated, tapering jet element is cut with multiple face...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Rose Gold Mourning Brooch Pin Pendant & Earrings Set
Antique 19th Century 14K Rose Gold Mourning Brooch Pin Pendant & Earrings Set

Antique 19th Century 14K Rose Gold Mourning Brooch Pin Pendant & Earrings Set

Located in New York, NY

A poignant and beautifully crafted example of 19th-century mourning jewelry, this antique set includes a brooch and matching earrings, all rendered in warm 14K rose gold.

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20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Necklace, England
Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Necklace, England

Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Necklace, England

Located in New York, NY

This timeless piece exemplifies Victorian mourning jewelry, crafted to hold cherished memories.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl and Guilloche Enamel Keepsake Brooch
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl and Guilloche Enamel Keepsake Brooch

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl and Guilloche Enamel Keepsake Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This antique mourning brooch is a deeply evocative and highly collectible piece, combining pearls, enamel, and woven hair in a form that reflects the sentimental importance of memori...

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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Revival Black Cameo Festoon Necklace Brass Filigree Drop
Victorian Revival Black Cameo Festoon Necklace Brass Filigree Drop

Victorian Revival Black Cameo Festoon Necklace Brass Filigree Drop

Located in Honolulu, HI

Inspired by 19th-century mourning jewelry and Classical revival styles, this statement piece captures timeless vintage drama while offering durable structural craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1970s American Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Antique Gold Cultured Pearl & Red Enamel Lattice Mourning Locket
Antique Gold Cultured Pearl & Red Enamel Lattice Mourning Locket

Antique Gold Cultured Pearl & Red Enamel Lattice Mourning Locket

Located in London, GB

Antique 18ct Gold Cultured Pearl & Red enamel Design Locket Mourning Jewellery en scripted on reverse " Samuel Ernest - dated 1854 " on a 9ct gold 19.5" Chain - with London hall...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Tortoiseshell Brooch with Gold and Silver Piqué Work
Antique Victorian Tortoiseshell Brooch with Gold and Silver Piqué Work

Antique Victorian Tortoiseshell Brooch with Gold and Silver Piqué Work

Located in London, GB

This superb highly decorative tortoiseshell brooch would have been worn as Victorian mourning jewellery after Prince Albert passed away.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Antique 13k Yellow Gold Enamel Mourning Locket
Antique 13k Yellow Gold Enamel Mourning Locket

Antique 13k Yellow Gold Enamel Mourning Locket

Located in New York, NY

A fine example of antique mourning jewelry with both sentiment and beauty. Weight: 3.1 Grams Measurements: 21.75 x 13.7 x 5.20mm Metal: 13k Yellow Gold Notes: Allston Item #: BR-17...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 21k Yellow Gold Garnet Cupid with Cerberus Cameo Mourning Brooch
Antique 21k Yellow Gold Garnet Cupid with Cerberus Cameo Mourning Brooch

Antique 21k Yellow Gold Garnet Cupid with Cerberus Cameo Mourning Brooch

Located in New York, NY

The reverse reveals a sentimental woven hair compartment, characteristic of 19th-century mourning jewelry. A rare and meaningful piece that marries beauty, myth, and memory.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver "Momento Mori" Cameo Brooch
Antique Silver "Momento Mori" Cameo Brooch

Antique Silver "Momento Mori" Cameo Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A striking and contemplative piece, rich in historical and philosophical meaning, ideal for collectors of Victorian symbolism or mourning jewelry. Weight: 16.4 Grams Material: Shell...

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Georgian pearl mourning 9k yellow gold silver ring
Georgian pearl mourning 9k yellow gold silver ring

Georgian pearl mourning 9k yellow gold silver ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

During the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, pearls were often used in mourning jewelry to symbolize tears, remembrance, and eternal devotion, giving the piece both emotiona...

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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Vulcanite & French Jet Glass Mourning Brooch C-Clasp c. 1880s
Victorian Vulcanite & French Jet Glass Mourning Brooch C-Clasp c. 1880s

Victorian Vulcanite & French Jet Glass Mourning Brooch C-Clasp c. 1880s

Located in Honolulu, HI

The contrast between the matte-warm tactile quality of the Vulcanite base and the cool, lustrous surface of the center glass stone showcases the fine craftsmanship of late 19th-centu...

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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Brooches

Victorian diamond onyx 18k yellow gold mourning locket pendant
Victorian diamond onyx 18k yellow gold mourning locket pendant

Victorian diamond onyx 18k yellow gold mourning locket pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A poignant piece of history, it's a meaningful find for the collector drawn to the emotional depth of Victorian mourning jewelry.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch Pendant
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch Pendant

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch Pendant

Located in New York, NY

This antique 18k yellow gold brooch pendant is a superb example of mid-19th century mourning jewelry, expertly crafted with intricate detailing and symbolic design.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Oval Onyx Pearl Emerald Mourning Pendant Necklace
Victorian Oval Onyx Pearl Emerald Mourning Pendant Necklace

Victorian Oval Onyx Pearl Emerald Mourning Pendant Necklace

Located in Arnhem, NL

The pendant is dating back to the early 20th century, and it belonged to the mourning jewelry. In the past, the pendant was also used a brooch, but the pin to attach it is missing no...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Filled Fleur-De-Lis Amethyst Mourning Brooch
Antique Yellow Gold Filled Fleur-De-Lis Amethyst Mourning Brooch

Antique Yellow Gold Filled Fleur-De-Lis Amethyst Mourning Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A rare and meaningful jewel, it embodies the artistry and sentimentality of antique mourning jewelry. Weight: 18.0 Grams Stone: Amethyst Measurements: 81.3 x 45.96 x 15.6mm Metal: Y...

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold-filled

14K Pink Rose Gold Black Onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pendant Slide
14K Pink Rose Gold Black Onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pendant Slide

14K Pink Rose Gold Black Onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pendant Slide

Located in Hallandale Beach, FL

While one of the onyx stones has a slight fracture, the rest of the pendant remains in excellent condition, making it a beautiful and meaningful addition to your jewelry collection. ...

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Silver and Enamel Pearl Locket with Jet Bead Mourning Necklace
Antique Victorian Silver and Enamel Pearl Locket with Jet Bead Mourning Necklace

Antique Victorian Silver and Enamel Pearl Locket with Jet Bead Mourning Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The extended length of the necklace allows for draped or doubled wear, consistent with traditional mourning jewelry of the period. Weight: 69.6 Grams Stone: Jet, Pearl Measurements:...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant
Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Located in Honolulu, HI

Preserved in excellent antique condition, this powerful and elegant pendant is a significant acquisition for collectors of Victorian symbolist and mourning jewelry. [DETAILS] • Era: ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Other

Antique 14K Gold Onyx Mourning Brooch with Pearl, Circa 1860s-1890s
Antique 14K Gold Onyx Mourning Brooch with Pearl, Circa 1860s-1890s

Antique 14K Gold Onyx Mourning Brooch with Pearl, Circa 1860s-1890s

Located in Rotterdam, NL

The front is centered with a single natural pearl, offering a soft contrast to the deep black surface and reflecting the restrained symbolism typical of Victorian mourning jewelry. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Rose Gold Onyx & Seed Pearl Wheat Mourning Brooch Pin
Antique Victorian 14k Rose Gold Onyx & Seed Pearl Wheat Mourning Brooch Pin

Antique Victorian 14k Rose Gold Onyx & Seed Pearl Wheat Mourning Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

A meaningful and elegant example of Victorian mourning jewelry with strong visual presence and historical character.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Portrait Mourning Brooch
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Portrait Mourning Brooch

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Portrait Mourning Brooch

Located in New York, NY

The reverse likely once held a lock of hair or inscription, as was customary in mourning jewelry of the time. Beautifully preserved, this brooch is both a sentimental keepsake and a ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Mourning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jet Cameo with Diamonds
Antique Victorian Mourning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jet Cameo with Diamonds

Antique Victorian Mourning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jet Cameo with Diamonds

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is one amazing piece of jewelry!! I'm totally in love with it! Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, and topped in Silver, this gorgeous piece of Mourning jewelry features a beautiful Jet...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS

Located in New York, NY

I have a long-held fascination with Victorian hair art and mourning jewelry, and this piece is full of amazing details.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Banded Agate Diamond Starburst Mourning Brooch
Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Banded Agate Diamond Starburst Mourning Brooch

Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Banded Agate Diamond Starburst Mourning Brooch

Located in New York, NY

The reverse reveals a classic Victorian pin fitting and an engraved gold frame, dated 1885, consistent with mourning jewelry of the period. The brooch retains its original character ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst, Pearl, & Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst, Pearl, & Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst, Pearl, & Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Refined and symbolic, this piece is a beautiful example of Victorian craftsmanship and mourning jewelry design. Weight: 21.2 Grams Stone: Amethyst, Seed Pearl, Diamond Measurements...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.
Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.

Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

Mourning jewelry from this time often combined woven hair with pearls, symbolizing tears, or black enamel, representing grief.

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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Lot of 2 Victorian Silver Black Enamel Pearl “Gott Mit Dir” Mourning Bracelet's
Lot of 2 Victorian Silver Black Enamel Pearl “Gott Mit Dir” Mourning Bracelet's

Lot of 2 Victorian Silver Black Enamel Pearl “Gott Mit Dir” Mourning Bracelet's

Located in New York, NY

This lot includes two Victorian silver mourning bracelets, each reflecting the sentimental jewelry traditions of the 19th century.

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20th Century Gothic Revival Bangles

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Onyx Rose Cut Diamonds and 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Onyx Rose Cut Diamonds and 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Onyx Rose Cut Diamonds and 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Arnhem, NL

This pendant represents the mourning jewelry that was worn during the Victorian Era in England and was widely adopted in other European countries.

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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Bog oak mourning cross pendant, Wheatsheaf, Large
Antique Victorian Bog oak mourning cross pendant, Wheatsheaf, Large

Antique Victorian Bog oak mourning cross pendant, Wheatsheaf, Large

Located in NEWARK, GB

It is made from bog oak, Bog oak is a dark stained black fossilised wood, in the earlier stages of fossilisation, later becoming jet or coal, it was highly prized for it's rich deep ...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian 9k Rose Gold Jet and Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch
Antique Victorian 9k Rose Gold Jet and Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch

Antique Victorian 9k Rose Gold Jet and Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Typical of Victorian mourning jewelry, the use of deep black jet symbolizes remembrance, while the intricate goldwork reflects the era’s attention to detail and craftsmanship.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Karat Gold and Black Enamel 'MEMORIE' Mourning Ring
9 Karat Gold and Black Enamel 'MEMORIE' Mourning Ring

9 Karat Gold and Black Enamel 'MEMORIE' Mourning Ring

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

A really beautiful piece of mourning jewellery from the Edwardian period which would be a beautiful addition to a stack of gold bands.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14K Gold French Brooch Jet onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pin
Victorian 14K Gold French Brooch Jet onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pin

Victorian 14K Gold French Brooch Jet onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pin

Located in Wallkill, NY

An exquisite piece of Victorian Mourning Jewelry. The pin is made up of either French Jet or Black Onyx and Seed Pearls set in 14 Kt Gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold, Enamel, & Hair Art Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian 14K Gold, Enamel, & Hair Art Mourning Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian 14K Gold, Enamel, & Hair Art Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Simply a wonderful piece of Victorian mourning jewelry! Date: 19th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Ring
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Ring

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Ring

Located in New York, NY

Overlaid atop the amethyst is a finely detailed star motif in gold, set with a single lustrous pearl at its center—an element often symbolizing purity and eternal love in mourning je...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.
c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.

c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Mourning Jewellery has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, nowadays these pieces are exceptionally rare, unrivalled in value & highly collectable T...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Enamel

Georgian 15k Gold Pearl, Diamond & Enamel Locket Memorial Ring, Circa 1800
Georgian 15k Gold Pearl, Diamond & Enamel Locket Memorial Ring, Circa 1800

Georgian 15k Gold Pearl, Diamond & Enamel Locket Memorial Ring, Circa 1800

Located in Altrincham, GB

Mourning jewellery was extremely popular during the Georgian period, and pieces were made to commemorate the deceased.

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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique 19th Century Onyx and Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique 19th Century Onyx and Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant

Antique 19th Century Onyx and Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

The onyx is centrally mounted with a delicate rose-cut diamond, adding a subtle point of light against the rich, somber ground-an iconic feature of Victorian mourning jewelry. The g...

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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Dutch 14K Gold Mourning Pendant with Jet & Garnets, Circa 1860-1890
Antique Dutch 14K Gold Mourning Pendant with Jet & Garnets, Circa 1860-1890

Antique Dutch 14K Gold Mourning Pendant with Jet & Garnets, Circa 1860-1890

Located in Rotterdam, NL

In the Netherlands, mourning jewelry followed European fashion while maintaining regional goldsmithing traditions, often incorporating detailed filigree and cannetille elements as se...

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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Antique 22 Karat Sapphire Ruby Double Snake Ring
Victorian Antique 22 Karat Sapphire Ruby Double Snake Ring

Victorian Antique 22 Karat Sapphire Ruby Double Snake Ring

Located in Banbury, GB

Snakes were also often used in mourning jewelry of the time It is currently a size N (UK), 6 2/3 (US), and can be re-sized free of charge.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold

Georgian 14K Gold Flat Cut Onyx Mourning Pendant
Georgian 14K Gold Flat Cut Onyx Mourning Pendant

Georgian 14K Gold Flat Cut Onyx Mourning Pendant

Located in Venice, CA

This is a special piece, as mourning jewelry is most often seen in the form of brooches or rings, and is much rarer to see as a pendant.

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Antique 1820s Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Large Mourning Belt Locket 18 KT Natural Split Pearl
Victorian Large Mourning Belt Locket 18 KT Natural Split Pearl

Victorian Large Mourning Belt Locket 18 KT Natural Split Pearl

Located in Napoli, IT

The dark beauty of Mourning jewellery, so wearable and desirable in modern life style, dramatic an eye-catching yet meaningful and collectible along the time This large rectangular s...

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Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel Onyx Brooch, Circa 1880
Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel Onyx Brooch, Circa 1880

Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel Onyx Brooch, Circa 1880

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This tradition extended to several countries, including the Netherlands, where mourning jewelry became a significant part of cultural heritage.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884
Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884

Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Although Mourning Jewelry has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, its popularity reached its peak during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 - 1901...

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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.
XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.

XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Mourning Jewellery has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, nowadays these pieces are exceptionally rare, unrivalled in value & highly collectable T...

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Antique 18th Century English George III Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Antique Jet and Cloisonné Bead Y-Necklace with Gold-Filled Clasp
Antique Jet and Cloisonné Bead Y-Necklace with Gold-Filled Clasp

Antique Jet and Cloisonné Bead Y-Necklace with Gold-Filled Clasp

Located in Milford, DE

Materials: Genuine jet, enamel cloisonné beads, gold-filled clasp Style: Y-necklace with tassel drop Period: Early 20th century Origin: European Color palette: Deep black with gold, ...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold-filled

Victorian 2.70ct Amethyst Cabochon & Rose Cut Diamond Ring, 1840s
Victorian 2.70ct Amethyst Cabochon & Rose Cut Diamond Ring, 1840s

Victorian 2.70ct Amethyst Cabochon & Rose Cut Diamond Ring, 1840s

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Amethyst was used in antique mourning jewellery as it was believed to make a clear connection between the earth plane and other planes and worlds.

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Antique 1840s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique c.1860–1880 Victorian Gold Enamel Mourning Ring
Antique c.1860–1880 Victorian Gold Enamel Mourning Ring

Antique c.1860–1880 Victorian Gold Enamel Mourning Ring

Located in New York, NY

The square bezel is framed with intricate gold foliate engraving, enriched with black enamel scrollwork that extends across the decorative shoulders, embodying the artistry and symbo...

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Late 20th Century English Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

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Victorian Onyx & Seed Pearl Mourning Jewelry 3-Piece Suite
Victorian Onyx & Seed Pearl Mourning Jewelry 3-Piece Suite

Victorian Onyx & Seed Pearl Mourning Jewelry 3-Piece Suite

Located in METAIRIE, LA

Antique Victorian Circa 1890 Set constructed completely of 14KT Yellow Gold **We do guarantee that all pieces are constructed of the metal stated, as they were tested using an elect...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Bracelet with Pearl Clasp, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Mourning Bracelet with Pearl Clasp, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Mourning Bracelet with Pearl Clasp, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Carat Gold 1870s Victorian Mourning Brooch 1.44 Carat Diamond and Enamel
14 Carat Gold 1870s Victorian Mourning Brooch 1.44 Carat Diamond and Enamel

14 Carat Gold 1870s Victorian Mourning Brooch 1.44 Carat Diamond and Enamel

Located in Melbourne, AU

Dating back to the Victorian era of the 1860s and 1870s, this brooch is an elegant example of classic mourning jewellery. Crafted in 14 carat yellow gold with a central diamond of 0....

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold, Black Enamel and Hair Mourning Brooch
Victorian 9 Karat Gold, Black Enamel and Hair Mourning Brooch

Victorian 9 Karat Gold, Black Enamel and Hair Mourning Brooch

Located in Bologna, IT

This brooch is one of the typical example of the English mourning jewelry: it has a blonde braided hair, placed in a compartment behind a glass, and ornamented with little gold waved...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1930's Art Deco Black Bakelite Carved Floral Brooch
1930's Art Deco Black Bakelite Carved Floral Brooch

1930's Art Deco Black Bakelite Carved Floral Brooch

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A miniature work of art, this jet black wheel carved by hand rectangular floral bakelite brooch harkens back to the mourning jewelry stylings of the Victorian Era, Sometimes early 20...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

White Enamel Mourning Ring, circa 1768
White Enamel Mourning Ring, circa 1768

White Enamel Mourning Ring, circa 1768

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

White enamel was used in mourning jewellery as indication the deceased was a child or unmarried.

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Antique 1760s British Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

15k Gold

Antique Georgian Boxed Gold Mourning Spinning Ring
Antique Georgian Boxed Gold Mourning Spinning Ring

Antique Georgian Boxed Gold Mourning Spinning Ring

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The face of this stunning ring actually spins 360 degrees to reveal a hidden locket of plaited hair. Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it.

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Antique 17th Century British Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Floral Butterfly Brooch with Garnets & Marcasites set in Sterling
Vintage Floral Butterfly Brooch with Garnets & Marcasites set in Sterling

Vintage Floral Butterfly Brooch with Garnets & Marcasites set in Sterling

Located in Pahrump, NV

Although it is bright enough to wear on any occasion, it may also be worn as mourning jewelry. The condition of the piece is excellent, wear consistent with age.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Hematite, Sterling Silver

Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring
Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring

Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring

Located in Rottedam, NL

The ring design is inspired by Georgian era (1714-1830's) mourning jewelry designs. The ring is solid silver, fully hallmarked.

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket
Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket

Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket

Located in Lancaster , GB

The locket opens up to reveal beautiful plaited hair underneath a protective window. Mourning jewellery commonly featured the hair of a loved one so that a piece of them was always k...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch
Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch

Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch

Located in Sale, Cheshire

The word is often used as the name for a cemetery, and can sometimes be found on headstones and mourning jewellery. MEASUREMENTS 3.6 x 2.8cm WEIGHT 3.2g MARKS English hallmarks...

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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring
Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring

Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A truly marvelous piece of mourning jewelry from the Georgian era, this ring would be the perfect addition to any collection!

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Antique 1770s Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring
Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring

Georgian 14k and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Urn Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A truly marvelous piece of mourning jewelry from the Georgian era, this ring would be the perfect addition to any collection!

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Antique 1750s American Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Georgian Mourning Brooch in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780
Antique Georgian Mourning Brooch in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Antique Georgian Mourning Brooch in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Located in Kendal, GB

The image is laid on a mother of pearl base and features a beautiful tree, created from a lock of hair. Mourning jewellery was often worn as a commemorative souvenir to remember a ...

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Antique 18th Century European Georgian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Victorian Heavy 15 Carat Mourning Ring Dated Chester, 1885
Victorian Heavy 15 Carat Mourning Ring Dated Chester, 1885

Victorian Heavy 15 Carat Mourning Ring Dated Chester, 1885

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous, 15ct Yellow Gold Mourning Ring is dated Chester 1885. Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Crystal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Bracelet 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780
Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Bracelet 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Bracelet 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it.

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Antique 1780s British Georgian Clamper Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Pinchbeck

Exquisite Georgian Gold Mourning Pendant, Locket, Fine Hair Art
Exquisite Georgian Gold Mourning Pendant, Locket, Fine Hair Art

Exquisite Georgian Gold Mourning Pendant, Locket, Fine Hair Art

Located in San Marcos, CA

Mourning jewelry from the Georgian era is becoming more and more rare to find, particularly in the exceptionally fine condition you see in this one.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

14k Gold

Matched Set of Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelets
Matched Set of Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelets

Matched Set of Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelets

Located in Austin, TX

Although its unique style had an enduring appeal and was worn as mourning jewelry well into the 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Polish Georgian Chain Bracelets

Rare Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelet
Rare Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelet

Rare Silesian Iron Wire Work Bracelet

Located in Austin, TX

Although its unique style had an enduring appeal and was worn as mourning jewelry well into the 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Polish Georgian Bangles

Rare 18th Century Silesian Iron Wire Work Necklace & Cross
Rare 18th Century Silesian Iron Wire Work Necklace & Cross

Rare 18th Century Silesian Iron Wire Work Necklace & Cross

Located in Austin, TX

Although its unique style had an enduring appeal and was worn as mourning jewelry well into the 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Polish Georgian Chain Necklaces

Antique Georgian Silk Pearl Mourning Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1750
Antique Georgian Silk Pearl Mourning Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1750

Antique Georgian Silk Pearl Mourning Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1750

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it and was often worn as a souvenir to remember a loved one.

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Antique 1750s British Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Locket Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1820
Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Locket Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1820

Antique Georgian Mourning Hair Locket Bracelet in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1820

Located in Kendal, GB

Mourning jewellery was worn in remembrance of a deceased loved one and sometimes contained a lock of their hair so that a piece of them was always kept close to the wearer.

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Antique 19th Century European Georgian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace
Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The locket is large, set with a large polished Agate on both sides, fancy Gold gilt workmanship around the locket too. Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people...

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Antique 1710s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pinchbeck

Antique Georgian Garnet Pearl Mourning Brooch 18 Carat, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Garnet Pearl Mourning Brooch 18 Carat, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Garnet Pearl Mourning Brooch 18 Carat, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This Georgian 18ct Gold Flat cut Garnet mourning brooch is Circa 1800. Due to its age, Georgian jewellery is quite rare, with some pieces almost three hundred years old.

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Antique Early 1800s Unknown Georgian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Onyx Pearl Starburst Mourning Brooch 15ct Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Natural Onyx Pearl Starburst Mourning Brooch 15ct Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Onyx Pearl Starburst Mourning Brooch 15ct Rose Gold

Located in Mona Vale, NSW

Presenting this exquisite, antique natural Onyx and Pearl mourning brooch. From the Georgian to the Victorian eras, mourning jewellery was a treasured way to remember the passing of ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 10k Onyx Mourning Ring
Georgian 10k Onyx Mourning Ring

Georgian 10k Onyx Mourning Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

This stunning Georgian ring is an outstanding example of the mourning jewelry tradition, and would make a wonderful addition to any antique collection!

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Antique 1810s Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Snake Necklace Rock Crystal 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Mourning Snake Necklace Rock Crystal 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Mourning Snake Necklace Rock Crystal 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Mourning jewellery was sometimes created from strands of hair and was used as a souvenir to remember a loved one so that a piece of them was always kept close to the wearer.

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Portrait Miniature Mourning Pendant, Seed Pearl
Antique Georgian Portrait Miniature Mourning Pendant, Seed Pearl

Antique Georgian Portrait Miniature Mourning Pendant, Seed Pearl

Located in San Marcos, CA

A superb pendant/brooch combination, c.1760-1810, of English origin and style, this mourning jewelry item is opulently framed in a collar of natural seed pearls set with prongs into ...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian English Enameled Woven Hair Gold Mourning Ring
Victorian English Enameled Woven Hair Gold Mourning Ring

Victorian English Enameled Woven Hair Gold Mourning Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

Crafted in 18kt gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning jewelry tradition. Black and white enameled accents decorate the shoulders of the ring...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Early Victorian English Mourning Ring with Enameling and Woven Hair
Early Victorian English Mourning Ring with Enameling and Woven Hair

Early Victorian English Mourning Ring with Enameling and Woven Hair

Located in Narberth, PA

Crafted in 18kt gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning jewelry tradition. At the center of the ring is a glass covered window, which exposes ...

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Antique 1850s English Victorian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Ring with Real Hair 18k gold
Antique Georgian Mourning Ring with Real Hair 18k gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Ring with Real Hair 18k gold

Located in Houston, TX

Also to have an understanding of why this mourning jewelry exists and the real humanity behind it.

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Antique 17th Century British Georgian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular in the 17th through 19th centuries to remind us of the natural progression of life.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian Diamond Enameled Urn Mourning Hair Locket Ring
Georgian Diamond Enameled Urn Mourning Hair Locket Ring

Georgian Diamond Enameled Urn Mourning Hair Locket Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

An exceptional antique mourning ring, it is rich in history and would be perfect for the serious Georgian jewelry collector!

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Antique 1770s Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Real Antique Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Pink Gold Bangle
Real Antique Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Pink Gold Bangle

Real Antique Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Pink Gold Bangle

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket
Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

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Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

Crafted in vibrant 18k gold, the decorative locket serves as an incredible example of the mourning jewelry tradition. A delicate white pearl is pin-set in a gold 8-pointed star; a cl...

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Late 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Gutta Percha Diamond Locket Pendant
Victorian Sterling Silver Gutta Percha Diamond Locket Pendant

Victorian Sterling Silver Gutta Percha Diamond Locket Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A few years later gutta-percha became a popular material used to manufacture furniture and then mourning jewelry because it was easily carved and very resilient.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian 14k Gutta Percha Carved Lion Bracelet
Victorian 14k Gutta Percha Carved Lion Bracelet

Victorian 14k Gutta Percha Carved Lion Bracelet

Located in Narberth, PA

A few years later gutta-percha became a popular material used to manufacture furniture and then mourning jewelry because it was easily carved and very resilient.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Antique Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle
Victorian Antique Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle

Victorian Antique Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1920s, Certified 3.10 Carat Diamond Onyx Platinum Dinner Ring
Antique Art Deco 1920s, Certified 3.10 Carat Diamond Onyx Platinum Dinner Ring

Antique Art Deco 1920s, Certified 3.10 Carat Diamond Onyx Platinum Dinner Ring

Located in Berlin, Berlin

In the early 20th century, Black advanced from being a colour reserved for mourning jewellery to being an elegantly fashionable one, valued for providing striking contrasts.

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Stunning Large Victorian Diamond and Pearl Arrow Bar Brooch, 1870s
Stunning Large Victorian Diamond and Pearl Arrow Bar Brooch, 1870s

Stunning Large Victorian Diamond and Pearl Arrow Bar Brooch, 1870s

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 1870s Belgian High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 5-string Pearl Bracelet with Rose Cut Diamond Closure and Real Big Pearl
Antique 5-string Pearl Bracelet with Rose Cut Diamond Closure and Real Big Pearl

Antique 5-string Pearl Bracelet with Rose Cut Diamond Closure and Real Big Pearl

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silve...

Antique 18 Karat Gold Victorian Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Engagement Ring, 1880s
Antique 18 Karat Gold Victorian Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Engagement Ring, 1880s

Antique 18 Karat Gold Victorian Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Engagement Ring, 1880s

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Victorian Hard Stone Cameo in Gold Mounting with Half Seed Pearls Black Enamel
Victorian Hard Stone Cameo in Gold Mounting with Half Seed Pearls Black Enamel

Victorian Hard Stone Cameo in Gold Mounting with Half Seed Pearls Black Enamel

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Engagement Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamond and Large Certified Emerald
Victorian Engagement Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamond and Large Certified Emerald

Victorian Engagement Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamond and Large Certified Emerald

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Antique Opal and 1.92 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Victorian Antique Opal and 1.92 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring

Victorian Antique Opal and 1.92 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Brooch Horse Shoe with 67 Diamonds and over 11 Carat Sapphires
Antique Victorian Brooch Horse Shoe with 67 Diamonds and over 11 Carat Sapphires

Antique Victorian Brooch Horse Shoe with 67 Diamonds and over 11 Carat Sapphires

Located in Antwerp, BE

This period also corresponds with the death of Queen Victoria's husband King Albert making mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the type of jewelry specific for this period.

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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...

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Antique Mourning Jewelry for Your Jewelry Box

When it comes to Victorian jewelry, the era’s Grand Period (ca. 1860–80) is most often associated with antique mourning jewelry. While it first came into fashion during the Georgian period, mourning jewelry had a resurgence during this time.

Scholars note that Romantic period jewelry was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. But everything changed with the premature death of Prince Albert in 1861. This traumatic event changed the way the Queen’s public perceived her and in the way she presented herself. The heartbroken Queen donned black clothing and went into mourning. Her taste for jewelry reflected her deep sorrow as well. 

Unlike Georgian mourning jewelry, which was more focused on the macabre, Victorian mourning jewelry still tends to be romantic, a way to honor the memory of the departed. During the Georgian era, portrait miniatures, hair jewelry, cameos, enamels and micromosaics were fashionable.

Most materials used in antique mourning jewelry were also black, the universal signifier of grief. Naturally jet, onyx and gutta percha were the most popular. Dark red garnets and black enamel were often used in combination with these materials (enameling is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration). Hair jewelry became incredibly intricate, and some pieces were made with strands from various family members woven into a complex floral pattern.

“Unlike most other pieces of antique jewelry, mourning jewelry has an easily accessible history,” Lindsay Salmon, part of the duo behind jewelry line Erica Weiner. 

“These pieces are often inscribed with a name, a date of death and the age of the deceased. For many people, myself included, having this information about the person a piece of jewelry was made to commemorate is both fascinating and romantic; it grounds the piece in a historical and personal context.”

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Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in. 

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

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Questions About Mourning Jewelry

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, some jewelers still make mourning jewelry. Mourning jewelry was very popular in the Georgian era and experienced a resurgence in the Victorian Era when Queen Victoria wore it in memory of Prince Albert after he passed. Today, there is more versatility in what is considered mourning jewelry and limitless options for customizing it. Find vintage and contemporary mourning jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    During the 18th and 19th centuries, mourning rings were worn on the pinky finger. When the jewelry came back into fashion in the 1930s and 40s, the tradition of displaying a mourning ring on the fifth finger continued. Today, people may opt to wear the rings on any finger. You'll find a variety of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, men wore mourning jewelry as well as women. It became popularized during the Victoria era, but was a tradition that has stretched in history far back before this period. Shop an array of authentic mourning jewelry from top sellers on 1stDibs.