Antique 10K, Black Enamel & Woven Hair Mourning Lace Pin/Brooch rose gold " The jewel was named

"  The jewel was named so according to a Greek myth

Size (can be resized): 9 & 9

where Prince Albert presented her with an emerald set snake ring

when you look at her from another angle

and we found the perfect centerpiece already in our collection- a 14k

Antique 10K, Black Enamel & Woven Hair Mourning Lace Pin/Brooch rose gold " The jewel was namedMourning jewelry was made popular by Queen Victoria, who remained in mourning for forty years after the untimely death of her beloved Prince Albert. Locks of the deceased's hair were often woven into intricate plaits and made into necklaces, watch chains, bracelets, and even earrings. Some were kept under glass in a locket, ring, or brooch, such as this example. Framed in shiny black enamel with a golden scalloped border, this brooch contains braided