An antique pavé turquoise hinged bangle bracelet, the front adorned with a leaf with a rose-cut diamond vein, in sterling silver and 18k gold. France, original fitted case

Given the Victorian predilection for using jewelry to convey sentiment and coded messages, turquoise often evoked the forget-me-not flower and was associated with good luck. Queen Victoria's love of turquoise no doubt contributed to its resurgence in 19th century European jewelry.