Hummingbird Vintage

One of the earliest forms of wearable portraits. They date back to before the Roman occupation of the middle east. They are a carving away of shell or stone to leave a relief image. Their variety make them a delight to collect and wear.

Wildly varying in quality and design, but the basic idea is small pieces of glass assembled to form a design or image. The pieces I sell are largely a result of the Grand Tour collectors: wealthy British tourist traveling Europe and the near east. These pieces are of a very fine quality often set in semi-precious stones and yellow gold. These tiny works of art are often mistaken for paintings due to their quality and detail.

Unparalleled versatility! Find yourself reaching for these chains over and over. The large bolt clasps and dog clips means they can be worn alone, with charms, a watch, or even used to wear a brooch as a pendant.