The Victorians LOVED to steep everything in symbolism, not surprising considering the stilted formality and strict rules pertaining to the era. As a work around, many everyday items and trinkets took on additional interpretations designed to inform a friend or loved one of a hidden meaning or intention.
Flowers are well known to have multiple interpretations applied to them in this regard, but curiously, so did hands!
They often represented such virtuous affectations as loyalty, strength, romance and fidelity, as well as strength, power, protection, generosity, hospitality and stability.
Who knew! They also look pretty cool :)
The ever growing trend in alternative Victorian Mourning jewellery lends a tastefully quirky touch to your look and if you're searching for a gift with positive sentiments, look no further than this classic hand iconography. Those Victorians have got you covered!
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Handmade item
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Drop length: 7.2 Millimetres
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Materials: Brass, Glass
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Location: Earlobe
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Closure: Ear wire
Full Drop Length: 7.2cm / 72mm / 2.83 Inches
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Packaging: PLEASE READ THE BELOW OPTIONS CAREFULLY SO THAT YOU SELECT THE OPTION MOST APPROPRIATE FOR YOUR NEEDS :)
All pieces are sent in pretty, gift ready packaging including a useful general care card.
*Choose the 'YES GIVING IN PERSON' option if you are giving this item as a gift but presenting it in person and would like some help with the presentation. A small flat packed gift bag and tissue will be included with this item for an additional £1 along with your receipt and a jewellery pouch or bow tied jewellery box, depending on the item you are purchasing.
* Choose the 'SEND TO RECIPIENT' option ONLY if you are sending this item directly to the person receiving the gift. This item will then be sent in gift wrapped packaging and the receipt will be omitted. (You can still download it online :) If you are selecting multiple items which will be sent to different people, please create a separate purchase for each item so that the various shipping addresses are correct for each gift being sent directly.
* Choose the 'NO, IT'S FOR ME :)' option if your item is for yourself, or if you have alternative plans from what is presented here. Your item will still be sent in a wee jewellery box or pouch, complete with care card and invoice. :)
**If you would like an option outside of the above, or a personal message added to a gift being sent directly, just add a note in the 'Message to Seller' option at Checkout.
You can also opt to include a small chemically impregnated polishing cloth with your order for an additional £1. These are great for keeping your silver and plated silver jewellery tarnish free! :)
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Postage:
*** Standard NON-TRACKED 2nd Class shipping via Royal Mail is FREE within the UK and for purchases over $35 within the US. IT IS ALSO THE DEFAULT OPTION AT CHECKOUT UNLESS AN ALTERNATIVE SHIPPING OPTION IS SELECTED. NO TRACKING SERVICE IS PROVIDED WITH THE DEFAULT OPTION. I recommend paying a little extra for tracking services, especially if the post isn't great in your area, or you require payment protection, tracked/signed for, or guaranteed speedy delivery. If you select the free shipping option at Checkout, please bear in mind that I cannot provide you with a tracking number as one will not be provided by Royal Mail unless that specific service is selected. I will also only be able to provide generic estimated shipping time-frames as advertised by Royal Mail. Anything outside of that is out of my control :) ***