Hair is a symbol of life, and consequently death, in many cultures. Upon the passing of her beloved Prince Albert, Queen Victoria popularized wearing of hair jewelry for mourning. The fashion faded at the turn of the 20th Century with her death in 1901, and when the sentimentality of the Victorians was questioned.
Hand crafted, lost art "fancy work": Excellent pieces for the Victorian enthusiast or hair jewelry collector.
Hand crafted, lost art "fancy work": Excellent pieces for the Victorian enthusiast or hair jewelry collector.