this wonderful bee brooch has a mesmerizing faux cats-eye chrysoprase stone
SW on original element
when Queen Victoria’s husband Prince Albert passed away
A beautiful cultural piece with beauty and presence
then set in America around the early 1900s
Antique 15K, Seed Pearl, Enamel & Hairwork Mourning Ring roman soldier this wonderful bee brooch hasMourning jewelry became popular during the 18th century, when sentiment, both sorrowful and romantic, began to be expressed in a more allegorical style. In some pieces, the hair of the deceased was woven into intricate plaits and made into necklaces, watch chains, bracelets, and even earrings. Some were kept under glass in a locket, brooch, or ring, such as this example. Crafted in 15 karat yellow gold, this English mourning ring is fashioned in the