Jewelry from the Victorian Era (1837-1900) contained symbols
that expressed a sentiment or meaning that the wearer wanted to convey. Common
motifs were flowers, hearts, animals, buckles and knots and each was a symbol
for a broader, often sentimental meaning. The buckle was a symbol of the
binding love between the giver and the wearer. Sometimes the buckle
represented the continued love and dedication to a lost loved one... as in, love goes
on forever.
Buckles also brought to mind: safety, security, protection, authority, and ultimate victory.
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