ca.1840, from the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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A heart locked with a key, and a secret message: the colored stones have initial letters that spell ‘REGARD’: ruby, emerald, garnet, amethyst, ruby and diamond. This arrangement of stones was also popular in ‘regard’ rings. The pendant opens to reveal a panel of woven hair under glass.
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Victorian natural pearl and diamond swan/harp brooch yellow gold and silver PRICE: £12,850
Source: pragnell.co.uk
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Enamelled gold pendant in the form of a three masted ship hung with pearls. Designed and made by Reinhold Vasters, Aachen, Germany. Pendant, Reinhold Vasters (c.1860)
Source: vam.ac.uk
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Silver Wedding Tiara, Circa 1860. From Vintage Textile.
I want to wear one of these every day!
