Pendant

The ‘language of stones’ allowed a sentimental message such as "LOVE" to be conveyed using the initial letter of each stone in the design. Here, the pendant has the stones of Lapis Lazuli, glass in imitation of Opal, Vermeil ( the old name for garnet ) and Emerald which spell love.

Sentimental jewellery was an outward expression of emotion. It was used to declare affection for family and friends, passion for a lover, and loyalty to a monarch or a cause, also religious devotion and grief.

Jewels with portraits or symbols of love, such as butterflies, doves and cupids, were very popular.