Edwardian Wightman & Hough Company Roaring Lion Locket Hand Vase One mixed floral bouquet had

One mixed floral bouquet had the power to convey entire conversations

The front of the locket features a beautiful stylized purple glass flower (perhaps a forget-me-not) with silver leaves positioned upside down

very few examples exist

where you choose to wear your heart is up to you

Ring has overall wear due to age

Edwardian Wightman & Hough Company Roaring Lion Locket Hand Vase One mixed floral bouquet hadIdolized, symbolized and worshiped for centuries, lions are believed to embody strength, courage, nobility and leadership. It's no wonder they have become such a popular jewelry motif! The Ancient Egyptians were one of the first to immortalize the king of the jungle in their jewelry, however, it was British illustrator and cartoonist John Tenniel who elevated the symbol of the lion particularly the British lion in the Victorian era. Tenniel's