Estate Sterling Silver Heart Charm Bracelet agate brooch Both the urn and the

Both the urn and the willow are well-known symbols of grief during the Regency and Victorian Eras

and others held a practical purpose

With beautifully carved jade wings

With a simple clasp

The sub-period that is the Regency era is defined by the regency of George IV as Prince of Wales during the illness of his father George III

Estate Sterling Silver Heart Charm Bracelet agate brooch Both the urn and theThe wearing of charms was most likely begun as a form of amulet or talisman to ward off evil spirits or bad luck. During the pre historic period, jewelry charms would be made from shell, animal bones and clay. Later, charms were made out of precious metals and gems, rocks and wood. Charm bracelets were made popular by Queen Victoria. She usually wore one, and gave many as gifts to her relatives and friends. Although it waned somewhat after the