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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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19th Century Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Antique Victorian Watercolor Portrait Painting & Hair Locket Mourning Jewelry
Located in Dayton, OH
Expertly painted antique Victorian watercolor portrait of a man set in a large gold tone locket with an extra compartment containing a lock of hair. Measures: 2” x 0.125” x 3” / S...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Metal

Antique Georgian Padlock Mourning Brooch, 9k Rose Gold, Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
are increasingly difficult to find and a highly popular choice in mourning jewellery. They embody the
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Jet long chain necklace, Vulcanite Cross pendant, Mourning
Located in NEWARK, GB
material for use in mourning jewellery due to the dark aesthetic that it produced and was a common
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Antique Victorian 1878 Mourning Black Enamel 9ct Ring
Located in London, GB
Mother" alongside the hallmarks. Mourning jewellery dates back to the 16th century, it became popular
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Late 18th Century English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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9k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Gold Cameo Dove Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gold cameo brooch is actually a piece of mourning jewellery but the doves do not represent
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1830s British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Tortoiseshell Brooch with Gold and Silver Piqué Work
Located in London, GB
condition. This superb highly decorative tortoiseshell brooch would have been worn as Victorian mourning
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Antique Architectural Concentric Circle Whitby Jet Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
could be worn as mourning jewelry, but by no means was it solely used as mourning jewelry. An entire
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1880s British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Edwardian Sterling Silver and Black Enamel Eternal Love Buckle Pin
Located in Venice, CA
mourning jewelry, symbolizing that eternal love continues on into the afterlife. Here, the motif is
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian Black Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Pendant Brooch, C1860
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Mourning jewellery celebrates the life of loved ones who are no more. They usually consist of
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, Enamel

Georgian 22K Memorial Ring with Pearl Surround, Hallmarked 1833
Located in Baltimore, MD
frequently in mourning jewelry as a representation of tears. A great example of a classic Georgian mourning
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1830s British Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Pearl, 22k Gold

14K Gold Victorian Banded Agate and Turquoise Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in Venice, CA
mourning jewelry. In its center is a banded agate disk carved with a quatrefoil design. The agate contains
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
Georgian era (1714-1830's) mourning jewelry designs. The ring is solid silver, fully hallmarked. The
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17th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel

Antique Mourning Locket Ring, Bloodstone Intaglio, Poison Ring, 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
now and readily adopted the style into their sentimental and mourning jewellery, an idea taken from
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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15k Gold

Antique Victorian Mourning Brooch, 9ct Gold Hairwork, Split Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
mourning jewellery. It has an old c type clasp and pin fastener. Unmarked, tests as 9ct gold, Victorian
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

14K Gold Georgian Mourning Pin with Purple Paste Stones, circa 1820
Located in Venice, CA
and is approximately 3/4” x 1/2”. This is a lovely piece of Mourning jewelry, with many beautiful
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1820s European Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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14k Gold

Antique Victorian Mourning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jet Cameo with Diamonds
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gold, and topped in Silver, this gorgeous piece of Mourning jewelry features a beautiful Jet Cameo
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Antique 22 Karat Sapphire Ruby Double Snake Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
snake. Snakes were also often used in mourning jewelry of the time It is currently a size N (UK), 6 2/3
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Corset Bracelet c. 1870
Located in Stamford, CT
patter of black mourning jewelry and gifted the famous singer, Jenny Lind with a silver necklace. A
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Antique 9k gold and blue enamel mourning locket, Greek key design
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique gold and blue enamel mourning locket is both attractive and unusual in its design, at
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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9k Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian / Victorian Hair Mourning Ring with Gold Filled Band & Drop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of mourning jewelry! Date: 19th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Gold-filled

Antique Victorian mourning brooch l, In Memory Of, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
commonly used on mourning jewellery and is said to represent death. It fastens with an old c type clasp
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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9k Gold

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
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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

Whitby Jet Carved Earrings with Dangling Jet Balls
Located in Baltimore, MD
the demand for mourning jewelry created a thriving industry. The last jet woodworker finally retired
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1880s British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Antique Banded Agate Mourning Brooch, Victorian, Black and White Enamel, 9k
Located in NEWARK, GB
engraved and decorated with black and white enamel. Black enamel was commonly used on mourning jewellery
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Agate, 9k Gold, Enamel

18K Antique Victorian Onyx Mourning Locket, Remontoir Watch Gold Bird Locket
Located in Rottedam, NL
showcase a flossy onyx plate. Onyx is often used in Victorian period for the art of mourning jewelry (only
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Late 19th Century French High Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian mourning ring, 12k gold, Black enamel and Hairwork, boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
setting. This impeccable piece of history is really what mourning jewellery has its most recognised
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18th Century British Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Jet Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
make mourning jewelry. These earrings date from this time period after Victoria herself lost her
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1860s British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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14k Gold

  • Antique Victorian Jet Pendant Earrings
  • Antique Victorian Jet Pendant Earrings
  • Antique Victorian Jet Pendant Earrings
  • Antique Victorian Jet Pendant Earrings
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W 0.88 in. L 2 in.
Antique 18k Gold Mourning Bracelet, Blue Enamel, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
, capturing the sublime craftsmanship of Victorian Mourning jewellery without being immediately obviously a
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Garnet Mourning Snake Pin 18ct Gold With Box
Located in Kendal, GB
. Mourning jewellery was worn in remembrance of a deceased loved one and sometimes included a lock of their
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1830s European Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
mourning, donning only black attire and black mourning jewelry. Silver then caught their eye, became an
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1860s English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

  • English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
  • English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
  • English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
  • English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
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W .50 in. L 18.75 in.
Victorian English Enameled Woven Hair Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
in 18kt gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning jewelry
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1880s English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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18k Gold

Antique Banded Agate Mourning Brooch, 9k Gold, Black and White Enamel, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
. Black enamel was commonly used on mourning jewellery and is said to represent death. White enamel was
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Early Victorian English Mourning Ring with Enameling and Woven Hair
Located in Narberth, PA
in 18kt gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning jewelry
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1850s English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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18k Gold

Antique Victorian Mourning Locket, 15k Gold and Pearl Star, Whitby Jet, Cased
Located in NEWARK, GB
. Such a beautiful piece of mourning jewellery. It comes in the original fitted antique case, the hinge
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

19th Century 14K Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
hair work can be removed if desired. Mourning jewelry were mostly worn in The Grand Victorian Era
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold

  • 19th Century 14K Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
  • 19th Century 14K Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
  • 19th Century 14K Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
  • 19th Century 14K Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
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W 0.63 in. L 0.99 in.
Victorian In Memory Of 18k Gold, Black Enamel and Pearl Mourning Ring circa 1885
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
natural, untreated split seed pearls and were used regularly in mourning jewellery to represent tears. The
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique 18k Gold Mourning Locket, Black Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
must have for any collector of antique jewellery whether you are an avid collector of Mourning
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Mourning Pendant Necklace, Garnet, Diamond Fly, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful and scarce piece of Victorian mourning jewellery, lots of detailing packed into this impeccable
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
of mourning jewellery or as a gift to yourself. Dated 18th century Georgian pieces are always in
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18th Century British Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Antique Black Enamel and Yellow Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
detract from the true representation of this fine example of mourning jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref
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1840s English Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel and Seed Pearl 12k Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch, circa 1835
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
this fine example of mourning jewelry. Dimensions Length of setting3cm/1.18' Width of setting 2.31cm
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1830s Unknown Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Early Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Locket
Located in Venice, CA
braided bit of hair behind a circular glass plain. The locket may have been worn as mourning jewelry to
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1850s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

  • Early Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Locket
  • Early Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Locket
  • Early Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Locket
  • Early Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Locket
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W 1 in. D .19 in. L .88 in.
Whitby Jet Teardrop Shape Faceted Earrings, circa 1860
Located in Baltimore, MD
Jet artisans on jet jewelry. Because jet is extremely lightweight, the jewelry could be made larger
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1860s British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Georgian Diamond Enameled Urn Mourning Hair Locket Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
! Crafted in 18kt rose gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning
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1770s Georgian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Whitby Jet & 14K Gold Pendant-Brooch with Warrior Cameo
Located in Venice, CA
This is a beautiful and versatile piece of Victorian era mourning jewelry, made of deep black
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1860s European Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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14k Gold

  • Victorian Whitby Jet & 14K Gold Pendant-Brooch with Warrior Cameo
  • Victorian Whitby Jet & 14K Gold Pendant-Brooch with Warrior Cameo
  • Victorian Whitby Jet & 14K Gold Pendant-Brooch with Warrior Cameo
  • Victorian Whitby Jet & 14K Gold Pendant-Brooch with Warrior Cameo
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H 1.88 in. D 0.75 in. L 2.25 in.
Antique Black Enamel and Yellow Gold Sepia Mourning Ring, circa 1780
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
mourning ring; part of our diverse antique Georgian jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This
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18th Century Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

C1880 Carved Whitby Jet Bracelet W Silver and Turquoise Accents
Located in Baltimore, MD
, striking, black jewelry forms which were perfect to meet the unending demand for mourning jewelry during
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Turquoise, Silver

Victorian Yellow Gold Emerald Coral Enamel Locket Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
fascinating. Besides Victorian diamond jewelry, mourning jewelry massively gained its popularity, reflecting
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Coral, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Mesh Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating. Besides Victorian diamond jewelry, mourning jewelry
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Early 1900s Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

  • Antique 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Mesh Bracelet
  • Antique 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Mesh Bracelet
  • Antique 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Mesh Bracelet
  • Antique 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Mesh Bracelet
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W 1.13 in. L 6.75 in.
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating. Besides Victorian diamond jewelry, mourning jewelry
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

  • Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
  • Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
  • Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
  • Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
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W 0.6 in. L 7 in.
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Mourning Bangle Bracelet Antique Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely mourning bangle created in the end of 1800's. It has a compartment for holding something
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Late 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 19th Century Mourning Brooch
Located in Dallas, TX
9 karat yellow gold brooch with black Taille d'Epergne. The central medallion rotates to show 2 views of the beautifully braided hair work.
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

  • Late 19th Century Mourning Brooch
  • Late 19th Century Mourning Brooch
  • Late 19th Century Mourning Brooch
  • Late 19th Century Mourning Brooch
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L 0.08 in.
Antique Onyx Diamond Mourning Pendant
Located in The Hague, ZH
Antique Edwardian mourning pendant Crafted from onyx, set on 835 silver. With old European cut
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19th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Silver

  • Antique Onyx Diamond Mourning Pendant
  • Antique Onyx Diamond Mourning Pendant
  • Antique Onyx Diamond Mourning Pendant
  • Antique Onyx Diamond Mourning Pendant
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H 2.37 in. W 1.46 in.
Antique Victorian Cameo Venus & Cupid Mourning Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian gold-plated cameo carving of Venus & cupid mourning brooch pendant. The center turn as
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

Antique Victorian French Jet Mourning Pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique Victorian c.1860-1880s French Jet (glass) Mourning pendant. The pendant in shape of
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Gold-filled, Brass

14 Karat Gold Victorian Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume jewelry that was not worn) and fine jewelry we have both
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1850s Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian Mourning locket with a hand cut Central Opal Heart (13mm x 10mm) surrounded by
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold

  • Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
  • Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
  • Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
  • Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
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W 1.97 in. D 0.18 in. L 2.76 in.
Antique Victorian Cairngorm Hair Rose Gold Mourning Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique Victorian c.1840-1860s Mourning brooch. The stone in closed back rose gold setting
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Quartz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique cabochon Garnet Mourning brooch, 15k gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Mid Victorian Garnet Cabochon mourning brooch is sumptuously beautiful. Rich buttery
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mourning Jewelry

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Garnet, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Mourning Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of antique mourning jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique mourning jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of antique mourning jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Karen Sugarman Designs are consistently popular. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of antique mourning jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 143 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of antique mourning jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Mourning Jewelry?

The price for a piece of antique mourning jewelry starts at $165 and tops out at $24,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,228.
Questions About Antique Mourning Jewelry
  • 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.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.