Victorian Black Enamel Gold Locket Pearl Trumpet Lyre obelisk representative of the most prestigious

representative of the most prestigious order in England

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and I often come across  3 and 5 stone varieties in the very typical English Victorian fashion

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Victorian Black Enamel Gold Locket Pearl Trumpet Lyre obelisk representative of the most prestigiousMourning jewelry has existed for centuries, it saw a rise in popularity during the 1800s, especially after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias beloved husband, passed in 1861. Mass production of these customized pieces took hold and even the working class had an opportunity to purchase a memorial token. Mourning jewelry emerged long before photography existed, as a way to commemorate a loved one. To the Victorians, trumpets signified the day of judgement.