Victorian Vulcanite Necklace |
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| This piece is a beautiful Victorian vulcanite heart necklace, featuring cut-steel. Cut-steel jewelry was fashionable in Europe during the latter part of the 18th century and continued to be so well into the nineteenth century. It had a dual purpose: it was used as a substitute for metals as well as for diamonds. During the many years of mourning for Prince Albert, vulcanite (which is a black rubber) was also stylishly used in jewelry. This beautiful heart has a cut-steel center and small carvings on each side hung on an antique silver chain. The chain measures 11" in length; the heart is 1" in length and 3/4" in width. This is a lovely antique piece of jewelry! | |
| ITEM NUMBER | ANNE1045
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| TITLE | Victorian Vulcanite Heart with Cut Steel |
| MANUFACTURER | Hand-made |
| CONDITION | Excellent |
| COST | Item Name: Victorian Vulcanite Necklace Item Number: ANNE1045 Price: $125 Sale $87 |
| STATUS | For Sale |
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| Victorian mourning jewelry Beautiful antique chain | |
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  Victorian Vulcanite Necklace Heart Small cut-steel center |
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  Item placed on grid (1/4" squares) for comparison |
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