Tear Bottles

Sympathy Gift, Memorial Gift, Remembrance Gift

New item. Brushed pewter figures form endless hearts around this petite tear bottle. Authentic tear bottles by Timeless TraditionsTM are unique and poignant and steeped in ancient giving traditions. During Roman times mourners captured their tears and buried them with loved ones to show affection and respect. While tear bottles have endured for nearly 3,000 years, they reappeared in the 19th century Victorian era in the form of beautiful small bottles highly decorated with silver and pewter. Bereavement would end when the tears had evaporated, but the bottle remained as a token of eternal devotion. Today tear bottles can be used for real tears but are most often given as symbolic gifts to express shared feelings of love, sympathy and remembrance. Approximately 2" high. Includes a mirrored tray, a brochure that outlines the history of the tear bottle, as well as a story card. The story card reads: "This tear bottle is a celebration of the bonds that strengthen us. It symbolizes the power of love that draws together family and friends and makes us stronger knowing that we are surrounded by love. May it lift your heart and remind you that you are not alone." Handblown glass. Made in USA. SKU: TT-3002 with free matching tray