Victorian C. 1860 Black French Jet Drop Earrings Stone_Carnelian at the height of the

at the height of the Edwardian period

This stunningly beautiful antique 19th Century French seal fob is engraved with the command "Lisez" - or Read

circa 1890

Butterflies may seem an odd choice for mourning jewelry but in the language of Victorian symbolism butterflies represented the soul and also transformation making them an apt subject for remembrance

Victorian C. 1860 Black French Jet Drop Earrings Stone_Carnelian at the height of theThese exceptional authentic antique Victorian earrings date from the mid 19th century circa 1860. Crafted out of faceted black mirrored glass known as "French Jet" it is the black version of the popular "Vauxhall glass" from the same period, they shine and catch the light beautifully. Originally used in mourning attire these attractive earrings are extremely striking and wearable today. A large starburst motif is suspended from a faceted circular top