When I was a young child, my Grandmother Stella Field gave me a special gift. It was a bracelet and ring that had been given to her from her mother. They belonged to Eva Mae Bell as a young child.
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| Bracelet and ring |
Eva Mae was born February 10, 1868 (that is 149 years ago this year.) What we don't know for sure is if these belonged to Eva's mother or earlier generations.
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| Passing down the line |
Since I don't have children of my own, I was very excited when my nephew and his wife were interesting in continuing the legacy. This weekend, I passed the two pieces on to Ian's wife, Courtney. The pieces actually fit her! I guess that means it was meant to be.
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| Courtney receiving the jewelry |
They will keep them in the safe until their daughters are old enough to receive them as a gift. As a child, I was allowed to wear these pieces for special occasions only. I heard a news report recently that stated the younger generations are no longer interested in family heirlooms. I am glad that is not the case with these pieces.
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| Next in line |
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