Antique 18K, Turquoise & Pearl Ring spectacles sometimes referred to as black

sometimes referred to as black enamel tracery

and the brooches were given to young ladies from their sweethearts

with universal appeal that anyone would relate To

75" when open

It never really went out of style

Antique 18K, Turquoise & Pearl Ring spectacles sometimes referred to as blackPersian turquoise was very popular among Victorians. It was brought to Europe via Turkey, and called Pierre Turquoise (Turkish Stone) by the French. It is harder than American turquoise, and has a pure blue color with no matrix, which was desirable in the Victorian Era. Queen Victoria was very fond of the stone, gifting her bridesmaids with pieces which included it, which added to its popularity. In many cultures, it is said to bring protection,