Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch with Seed Pearl and Hairwork feed-agegroup-adult A particularly lovely three stone

A particularly lovely three stone diamond ring

Skilled Italian craftsmen

When renowned French jewelry designer Alfred Philippe (formerly at Van Cleef and Arpels) brought his expertise to the table

a popular travel trend during the Georgian and Victorian era

but the genius of its design

Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch with Seed Pearl and Hairwork feed-agegroup-adult A particularly lovely three stoneThis Victorian 9ct Gold Mourning Brooch features delicate seed pearls, symbolising tears, and showcases black enamel as a tribute to the married status of the deceased. In the centre would of been hair. Engraved on the back 'John Appleton, 22nd Jan 1809 aged 40, Jane Appleton 1st Feb 1853 age 79'