Antique Victorian Memento Mouri Enamel & Hairwork Brooch in Gold Fill lobster Around 30 years later

Around 30 years later

Depicting a darling

It is said to help you shift your perspective so you can see the way forward

Converted from an antique brooch using an antique replica shank

and a bow over the décolletage was an invitation for new love suitors

Antique Victorian Memento Mouri Enamel & Hairwork Brooch in Gold Fill lobster Around 30 years laterMourning jewelry has existed for centuries, but it wasn't until Queen Victoria's beloved consort, Prince Albert died at the young age of 42 in 1861 that the custom became a wildly popular fashion statement. Generally, Victorians remained in mourning for at least one year, and longer. The women were required to wear black clothing and jewelry to show their respect and love for the deceased. Many mourning jewelry pieces included locks of the deceased's