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Victorian Hairwork and Mourning Jewellery

By Toronto Antiques on King | Published: November 7, 2009
This design on the face of this beautiful Victorian brooch is not what it seems at first sight.  Believe it or not, it is actually made out of human hair – a notion that never fails to cause a strong reaction in people, whether shock, awe, disgust or delight. Personally, I think Victorian hairwork jewellery […]
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