{"product_id":"an-exceptionally-rare-antique-victorian-mourning-brooch-pendant-crafted-in-10ct-rosy-gold-formed-as-a-deeply-symbolic-eternity-love-knot-ebonised-to-a-dramatic-inky-black-enamel-and-centred-with-a-single-luminous-marine-cultured-pearl","title":"An exceptionally rare Antique Victorian mourning brooch \/ pendant, crafted in 10ct rosy gold, formed as a deeply symbolic eternity love knot, ebonised to a dramatic inky black enamel and centred with a single, luminous marine cultured pearl.","description":"\u003cp\u003eULTRA RARE VICTORIAN MOURNING LOVE KNOT, CIRCA 1870s–1880s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those pieces that genuinely stops a collector in their tracks! An exceptionally rare Antique Victorian mourning brooch \/ pendant, crafted in 10ct rosy gold, formed as a deeply symbolic eternity love knot, ebonised to a dramatic inky black enamel and centred with a single, luminous marine cultured pearl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brooch is sculpted as an interwoven love knot, its looping strands flowing endlessly into one another — a powerful Victorian symbol of eternal love, unbreakable bonds, and devotion beyond death. The surface is finished with rich black ebonised enamel, a technique closely associated with Victorian mourning jewellery, creating a striking contrast against the warm blush tones of the 10ct gold beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the knot sits a small creamy marine cultured pearl, softly glowing like a tear held in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Victorian symbolism, pearls represented tears of remembrance, purity, and love born of loss, making them one of the most important gemstones used in mourning pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat elevates this piece into true museum-worthy territory is its clever multi-wear design:\u003cbr\u003e*A traditional brooch fitting at the back for wear on lapels, bodices, or velvet mourning ribbons.\u003cbr\u003e*A foldable pendant bail, allowing the piece to be worn suspended on a chain.\u003cbr\u003e*An additional lower hook, intentionally designed to attach a tassel, locket, reliquary, or other sentimental keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis modular functionality is extremely rare and reflects the Victorian obsession with personalisation, symbolism, and layered storytelling in jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The tassel shown in the photos is for display purposes only to demonstrate how the lower hook can be used. The tassel is not included in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack enamel, ebonised finishes, pearls, love knots, and convertible designs like this were hallmarks of high-quality mourning jewellery, often commissioned to mark the loss of a spouse, child, or beloved family member.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*chain not included*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements :The brooch measures 2.5cm in diameter , the pearl measures 2.60mm in diameter.The brooch with a weight of 6.4 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition With Jones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50733266370866,"sku":null,"price":8795.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/2110\/1106\/files\/20251214-144952.jpg?v=1765867420","url":"https:\/\/expeditionwithjones.com\/products\/an-exceptionally-rare-antique-victorian-mourning-brooch-pendant-crafted-in-10ct-rosy-gold-formed-as-a-deeply-symbolic-eternity-love-knot-ebonised-to-a-dramatic-inky-black-enamel-and-centred-with-a-single-luminous-marine-cultured-pearl","provider":"Expedition With Jones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}