Antique 14K & Onyx Brooch carved coral It was so commonly practiced

It was so commonly practiced that floral messages were incorporated into jewelry

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with deep blue and green enameled scales

giving a brighter hue to the darker stones

The center design depicts Eve on the precipice of tasting 'forbidden fruit'

Antique 14K & Onyx Brooch carved coral It was so commonly practicedMourning 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. It became common for the family to commission mourning pieces