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

Around 30 years later

and a smooth cigar band serves as the shank

Converted from an antique brooch using an antique replica shank

which represented tears of sorrow

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