The practice of making braided jewelry from hair of the dead was fashionable after the death of Queen Victoria’s husband, Albert. Donna Soodalter-Toman can tell you more about mourning jewelry and other antique baubles at “Booth Chat’’ with Donna Soodalter-Toman, presented by the SoWa Antiques Market. Soodalter-Toman will show and tell how historical events have influenced men and women’s jewelry. Pieces will be available for purchase. July 12 at 1 p.m. Free. SoWa Antiques Market trolley barn, 540 Harrison Ave., South End, Boston. 781-862-4039. www.sowaantiques.com
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