Valadium: A fine
stainless steel that resembles
white gold.
Vermeil: (Vehr-MAY) A substantial amount of
real gold which has been chemically bonded
to sterling silver. The finish looks so
much like solid gold that, except for the
price, it is difficult to tell the difference.
Victorian: The designation given to the
period from approximately 1837 when Victoria became Queen of England until
1901 when she died. This long period is divided into early (approx.
1840-1860), mid (approx. 1860 - 1880) and late (approx. 1880-1900) since it
covers a wide span of time, and a number of distinctive design trends. This
period was preceded by the Georgian period, and succeeded by the
Edwardian period after Victoria died in
1901, and her son Edward became king.
Vulcanite: A hard, moldable dark brown or
black plastic used for memorial pieces in the mid-Victorian
period.
