historicalfashion
A blog posting historical fashion garments, portraits, or drawings from the Middle Ages to the 1950s, and some special exceptions for later dates. This includes photographs, explanation of the garment, and historical details. Long live the past!
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Hunt & Roskell, Tiara with oak leaves and acorns, c.1855 (source).
A convertible piece, the three jeweled portions of this tiara could also be mounted on a brooch frame or tortoiseshell combs which came with the set.
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Gold and pearl necklace, V&A, 1860-69
Tiffany & Co. gold necklace, V&A, ca. 1880
Garnet necklace, V&A, ca. 1880
Gold chain necklace, V&A, ca. 1860
Amethyst, gold, and silver jewellery set; Met; ca. 1825-30
A little early for Victorian, yes, but beautiful nonetheless!
Jet jewellery set, V&A, ca. 1870
Coral Tiffany & Co. earrings and brooch, Met, 1854-1870
Gold Tiffany & Co. necklace, V&A, ca. 1878
