Victorian Vulcanite Cameo Black Mourning Necklace Circa 1880 Era_Edwardian Crafted out of faceted black

Crafted out of faceted black mirrored glass known as "French Jet" - it is the black version of the popular "Vauxhall glass" from the same period

this lovely ring has delicate and feminine styling that are hallmarks of jewelry design from this period

Set on a beautiful 15k yellow gold band with trifurcated shoulders

Elegant and graceful and so easy to wear this is a stunning addition to any authentic vintage jewelry collection

Not obvious to naked eye

Victorian Vulcanite Cameo Black Mourning Necklace Circa 1880 Era_Edwardian Crafted out of faceted blackA rare and fantastic Victorian vulcanite necklace circa 1880. This necklace epitomizes the High Victorian Style it is massive, over the top, sentimental and an innovative use of a new technology. What could be more Victorian? Set with round pendants the center being a classic figure in profile connected by the open links. It even includes the original velvet ribbon closure! About the material Vulcanite was created in the 1830's by the Goodyear company