A pretty tortoiseshell heart shaped pendant that has been inlaid with flowers and a scallop shell motif around the edge. PiqueWhen Prince Albert died it became fashionable to wear black jewellery in sympathy with Queen Victoria’s loss. Many items were produced in Whitby jet and tortoiseshell which at first were plain and then, as the century wore on the items became more decorative and were inlaid with gold and silver and mother of pearl to lighten the look. This heart pendant was made circa 1870 and is in excellent condition. It comes with a gold loop on the top that does not appear in the photographs.}

A wonderful set of three silver gilt and tortoiseshell combs in their original case. They were retailed by E.Urgel in Toulouse. They are typical of the Belle Epoque period circa 1900-1910 and would have been worn in a chignon style.}

A lovely pair of pierced tortoiseshell earrings which were made circa 1890-1900. They have pierced work in a floral design. The screw fittings can be changed to post and scroll if wanted.}