Antique Plique-á-Jour Silver and Enamel Pendant with Diamonds and Rubies, Art Nouveau c. 1900 purple The back of the brooch

The back of the brooch is a round frame that holds an intricately woven plaque of hair around which is engraved “In Memoriam Mary Corben Jan

or just a fun little accessory for yourself

This funky little gold cross embodies the feeling the 1960s

with an eye to beauty and longevity

This bracelet weighs 12 grams

Antique Plique-á-Jour Silver and Enamel Pendant with Diamonds and Rubies, Art Nouveau c. 1900 purple The back of the broochSometimes when Im shopping in Europe I come across a piece of jewelry that I absolutely must have. I just cant help myself in a way, Im so overwhelmed by the beauty, the history, the rarity, and the artistry of a piece that once i pick it up and hold I find I just cant put it down. This was such a piece. I was shopping in Amsterdam, in the sunny window of my friend Lenores shop was hanging this most amazing Plique jour pendant, its enamel glowing in