Description

Height: 18cm

Width: 1.5cm

This 19th Century Victorian Lachrymatory Tear Catcher is a beautifully preserved relic from a time when mourning practices were deeply symbolic.

During the Victorian era, tear catchers, also known as lachrymatories, were believed to collect the tears of those grieving the loss of a loved one.

The delicate glass vial was often sealed with a stopper, and once the tears evaporated, the mourning period was considered complete.

A unique and poignant piece of history, this tear catcher serves as a reminder of the personal and emotional rituals of the Victorian age.