Antique French "don d'amitié" Friendship Mourning Hair Ring c. 1860 french_1800s_locket They remain in good condition

They remain in good condition

It is centered with a starburst and seed pearl which is surrounded by a delicate green gold frame

The leaves are worked in green gold

5 in or 75 cm

as you can see from the open cutlets

Antique French "don d'amitié" Friendship Mourning Hair Ring c. 1860 french_1800s_locket They remain in good conditionIn the early 1800s sentimental jewelry began to become popular in France. Often this sentimental jewelry was crafted from the expertly braided hair of a loved one. This could be after the death, in which case the piece was used as mourning jewelry, or it could also be from an important living person as a means to feel closer to them. For example, a daughter might wear a bracelet with the hair of her mother after she moves away through marriage. Shops