Antique 18K, 14K, Silver, Onyx & Seed Pearl Conversion Ring Snake According to a 1912 article

According to a 1912 article in Fra Magazine

sardonyx bottom fob

it appears to be a coral

sure to serve as a conversation starter

Antique 18K, 14K, Silver, Onyx & Seed Pearl Conversion Ring Snake According to a 1912 articleMourning jewelry has existed for centuries, but it wasn't until Queen Victoria's beloved consort, Prince Albert died at the young age of 42 in 1861 that the custom became a wildly popular fashion statement. Generally, Victorians remained in mourning for at least one year, and longer. The women were required to wear black clothing and jewelry to show their respect and love for the deceased. It became common for the family to commission mourning pieces