Victorian Black Enamel Gold Locket Pearl Trumpet Lyre obelisk the English mark for sterling

the English mark for sterling silver

and azure all at the same time again

they dug up parks to fill sandbags

as celebration

Victorian Black Enamel Gold Locket Pearl Trumpet Lyre obelisk the English mark for sterlingMourning jewelry has existed for centuries, it saw a rise in popularity during the 1800s, especially after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias beloved husband, passed in 1861. Mass production of these customized pieces took hold and even the working class had an opportunity to purchase a memorial token. Mourning jewelry emerged long before photography existed, as a way to commemorate a loved one. To the Victorians, trumpets signified the day of judgement.