Victorian Sterling Silver Bird Mourning Brooch Locket Pin Memento Mori 50s Rockabilly jacket darted bodice

darted bodice

while the chain measures approximately 21 inches in length

in colors of red

and measures approximately 1&3/16 inches wide by 3&1/4 inches in length

The hoop portions measure approximately 1&3/16 inches round

Victorian Sterling Silver Bird Mourning Brooch Locket Pin Memento Mori 50s Rockabilly jacket darted bodiceA tiny engraved bird in flight is featured on this antique Victorian sterling silver mourning brooch and locket, with compartment for holding a small portrait or lock of hair, circa 1860s 1870s. The finely hand engraved Aesthetic Movement memento mori is crafted from unmarked sterling silver, and has an oval base, a scalloped layer with hand chased and engraved flourishes, and a trim of silver beaded accents. At its center, is a small dove or bird,