Tropical Isle - Victorian Silver Bird Locket acrostic the three main diamonds shimmer

the three main diamonds shimmer amid another six accent stones

Dating to the 1830s

have become so desired and expensive that this is a rare treat

this diamond and sapphire cross is a petite size that is perfect for wearing 24/7

Tropical Isle - Victorian Silver Bird Locket acrostic the three main diamonds shimmerMuch of the Aesthetic and Victorian periods' silver pieces of jewelry revolve around themes taken from the natural world. Birds, insects, water scenes and the like were used as an inspiration for their designs. Often tropical climes seemed to pique their interest with swaying palm trees and exotic birds gracing their creations. Putting oneself in their shoes, and in the climate of the British Isles where many pieces originated, it is easy to see why