#Victorians are often remembered for their obsession with death and mourning. It is not too surprising to discover that they had specific practices and even special objects created to further enhance their link with the dead. A #tearcatcher is one example of mourning paraphernalia that was especially popular during the Victorian period. But this #strangeobject may have even more #ancientorigins
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