Antique Woven Hair Bracelet with Carnelian & Gold Appointments

This Victorian bracelet made of woven human hair is both stunning and a fascinating piece of jewelry history. The bracelet is woven from brunette human hair, with low karat rosy gold appointments in the Archeological Revival style. The clasp is spring-bezel set with fiery carnelians, and the reverse is gorgeously hand engraved with the initials "MD." It is all original and in wearable condition. Circa 1850.

During the Victorian Era it was popular to weave your hair into a piece of jewelry as a sentimental gift for a loved one. Women saved their hair for this purpose; some wove the hair themselves, while some employed specialty jewelers who would weave the hair and mount it in elaborate designs.

It was fashionable in the mid 19th Century to wear matched bracelets, one on each wrist. This bracelet's twin is also available, you can find it here.

Details.....The bracelet measures 6.25" long and 0.41" wide. It fits an extra small wrist. The clasp measures 0.66" by 0.56". In Excellent Antique Condition. You should always expect some wear on vintage and antique jewels, we consider it part of the charm.

Item #PB169