Victorian Numismatic Twin Fourpence Brooch elephant hair comprising two distinct themes

comprising two distinct themes

A classic late Victorian fancy-link guard chain dating from the 1880s

which is in itself rather beautiful

and remains in great condition

Cool Victorian brooch featuring a ruby

Victorian Numismatic Twin Fourpence Brooch elephant hair comprising two distinct themesDATE: Mid Victorian, c. 1860 Coin jewellery, aka numismatic jewellery, has been produced for virtually as long as coins have themselves. Ancient Egyptian, Roman, Etruscan, and Greek examples have all been found, indeed it's thought that it was reasonably common for wealthy people from these civilisations to show off their fortunes by literally wearing their money. The 19th century saw a mini renaissance in numismatic jewellery, inspired primarily by