Antique 15K, Seed Pearl & Enamel Ivy Leaf Mourning Ring agate the monarch took to wearing

the monarch took to wearing the stone as jewelry in remembrance of him

but it wasn't until Queen Victoria's beloved consort

Dimensions: 25mm ring top

The tessarae as well as the accent beads are made from Murano glass

and it is a beautiful example of the elaborate decorative fashion indicative of the era

Antique 15K, Seed Pearl & Enamel Ivy Leaf Mourning Ring agate the monarch took to wearingDuring the Victorian Era, the custom of mourning became very popular. When Queen Victoria's beloved Prince Albert died, she famously remained in mourning for the rest of her life. The social norms required women to wear black for months or even years, depending upon the relationship one shared with the deceased. Even jewels were to be black, and onyx, jet and black enamel were favorites. Men also participated in the mourning attire ritual, although