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FROM THE C. Jeanenne Bell Collection, who appeared on Antiques Roadshow and authored several jewelry books, including Collector's Encyclopedia of Hairwork Jewelry. A certified appraiser and jewelry dealer, and one of the top experts on hairwork jewelry. Antique Victorian mourning bracelet features a meticulously hand-braided hair strand in a rich brunette tone, a poignant example of 19th-century sentimental jewelry. The piece is adorned with ornate gold-tone metal fittings showcasing intricate scrollwork engravings and a central slider set with small red and white accent stones. A polished gold-tone ball charm dangles from the center, while the bracelet secures with a classic T-bar toggle closure. This historical artifact serves as a unique conversation piece or a somber addition to a collection of period jewelry. This piece is ideal for historical reenactments, museum displays, gothic gatherings, antique showcases, memorial services, or themed gallery openings. Type: Mourning Bracelet Era: Victorian (1837-1901) Material: Human Hair, Metal Technique: Hand-braided Color: Brown, Gold Closure: T-Bar Toggle Accent: Ball Charm Stone: Faux Ruby, Faux Pearl Detail: Engraved Scrollwork Style: Sentimental Jewelry Feature: Central Slider Theme: Memento Mori Measurements: • Length: 8.5" Keywords: Memento Mori, Sentimentalism, Civil War Era, Goth, Dark Academia, Curio, Oddity, Macabre, Historical, Heirloom, Folk Art, Handcrafted, Antique Jewelry, Collectible, Period Piece