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A mourning necklace is a piece of jewelry worn as a remembrance of death and loved ones, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a sign of mourning, so the necklace features motifs of skulls, crossbones, or angels that are representative of death and mortality. On 1stDibs you can find antique and vintage mourning jewelry today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
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Heart Ring Black Diamond Black Enamel Mourning Jewelry
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mourning Jewelry–Inspired Heart Ring in Black Enamel with Black Diamonds — J Dauphin
This Heart
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2010s Indian Victorian Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
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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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
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Victorian antique carved bog oak anchor brooch, Mourning jewellery, nautical
Located in Kings Langley, GB
the bog water. Bog oak is often used to make jewelry, especially mourning jewelry.
A bit of history
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Mourning Remembrance Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Victorian mourning brooch is a poignant and beautifully crafted piece of jewelry, rich
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Crown of Thorns Wreath Brooch c. 1860
Located in Stamford, CT
mourning jewelry. Jet has transcended mourning jewelry because it can be created into beautiful shapes
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Brooches
Antique Victorian Mourning Locket with Woven Hair, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
mourning jewelry, symbolizing remembrance and devotion to a deceased loved one. The gold-plated casing has
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
