Victorian Hair Bracelet - Antique 10k Gold Woven Photo Keepsake Locket - 1800s 19th Century Statement Mourning Engraved "EM" Fine Jewelry

Rare antique Victorian era 10k gold human hair bracelet! This stunning mourning style bracelet is comprised of intricately woven hair in multiple shades of brown, and a gold center locket compartment that contains more woven hair behind glass and an antique photo of a man. The front of the locket compartment depicts a village scene, and the backside of the locket on the inside of the bracelet is engraved with the letters "EM" in script. The bracelet secures with a box clasp and also has a safety chain with a long tear drop-shaped charm attached. Absolutely incredible piece of Victorian mourning jewelry from the 19th century!

ERA - 1800s, Victorian

METAL / MATERIAL - 10k gold, hair, clear protective cover, photo

MARKINGS / HISTORY - No markings. Mourning jewelry was popular in the Victorian era (1837 - 1901) as a remembrance token of a loved one that had passed, or as a token of affection between two lovers. This bracelet has two different colors of hair, which indicates that it may have been made from the hair of two people.

CONDITION - Good antique condition. Gold metal has been lightly polished. Age appropriate patina & wear remains. Locket and bracelet clasp both open and close securely. Hair has been preserved. Amazing Victorian hair bracelet!

MEASUREMENTS - Length: approx. 6 inches, Width: 1 1/4 inches, Weight: 15.38 grams

PRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

AUTHENTICITY - Each item in our shop has been hand-selected and inspected by a GIA Graduate Gemologist.

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