Antique Victorian Mourning Ivy Leaf Enamel Silver Pearl Bangle Bracelet

Description: About this Piece Length: 6 3/4” (inside circumference) Width: Just over 1/4"Material: Tests for 800 silver, seed pearl, enamel Weight: 14 gramsMark: Yes, tiny silver and maker marks inside the bracelet Era: Victorian Why You’ll Love It This antique Victorian mourning bracelet speaks volumes without saying a word. Adorned with an ivy leaf motif, it symbolizes everlasting love and reminds us of the power of cherished memories. The dainty design is accented by tiny inset seed pearls at the focal point of each leaf and the sweetness of its sentiment is contrasted by the bold, black enamel. With a design as unique as it is meaningful it not only grabs a hold of your attention but also connects you to the deep significance and story behind the piece. Condition and Quality● Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. No dents.● Secure, original clasp. Safety chain is a replacement and not original.● All seed pearls are intact and in place.● Vivid enamel. There is one distinct chip by the tongue side of the clasp. Collector NoteOn Ivymania. "Ivymania" describes the Victorian era's obsession with ivy. Ivy was a popular plant during this period, used in various ways. Its ability to cling to surfaces made it ideal for covering walls, trellises, and other outdoor structures. Ivy was also used to create topiary shapes and was a popular feature in indoor arrangements. The dark green leaves of ivy were admired for their glossy appearance and ability to bring a touch of nature indoors. Ivy was also seen as a symbol of fidelity and was often used in wedding decorations. Ivymania peaked in the late 19th century, leading to a surge in demand for ivy-related products, including books, prints, and textiles. While the popularity of ivy has waned since the Victorian era, it remains a beloved plant and a symbol of tradition and elegance. On Victorian. A young Queen Victoria assumed her role in 1837 and her taste in jewelry quickly became culturally influential, within England and beyond. Her relationship to jewelry was enmeshed with her husband, Prince Albert, who gifted the Queen for their engagement, a snake ring, embedded with an emerald (her birthstone) in its head. Continuing from the Georgian era and intensified by Queen Victoria’s taste, sentimental and figural jewelry was a major trend throughout the Victorian era. When certain ideas and words were deemed too forward or improper to be spoken, jewelry and symbolic meaning was used to communicate what was left unsaid. _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))

Price: 265 USD

Location: Altadena, California

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