Why You’ll Love It
A remarkably rare OOAK double Sailor’s Valentine by Pam Friend (Pamela Friend-Gwinn), handcrafted within an octagonal hinged wooden keepsake box and richly decorated interior with intricate micro shell mosaics in lavender, cream, green, and blush tones. The right side centers around a mother-of-pearl heart inscribed with the word “Love,” while the opposite side carries the handwritten sentiment, “O, pray accept this heart of mine.” A romantic Victorian-inspired treasure that feels like a tiny maritime love token. Dated 2010.
Display in a seaside parlor, romantic vignette, curiosity cabinet, or collector’s Valentine scene.
Details
Materials: Wood, natural shell specimens, mother of pearl
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ¼” wide (when closed)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Pam Friend (Pamela Friend-Gwinn)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The “hinged double Sailor’s Valentine shell mosaic keepsake box” is included only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
