Shelley's comments: This is the "crystal lavaliere" necklace which has been worn by Kristin Johnston Ulrich in her role as Ivy Winthrop Crane ("the daughter of a Governor, and the stunningly beautiful and socially prominent wife of Julian Crane") on the NBC TV drama "Passions." According to the show's plot, "This crystal lavaliere antique necklace was first worn by Ivy's great grandmother and has been passed on through her family for generations."

Revival designs of the 1930s brought back the styles of the previous century. Everyone wanted to wear the designs of their mother's jewelry, which resulted in the first revival of Victorian jewelry. Surviving examples of matched sets is rare today. Demure, romantic silhouette.