This beautiful antique locket dates to the Victorian era, made circa 1890. This locket is a medium oval shape. On the front it shows wonderful aesthetic engraved details - a posey of flowers and leaves, of which I believe we can see daisys, a rose, and maybe even datura (trumpet flowers) too. The back of the locket is plain and polished smooth. A rare and attractive Victorian piece of jewellery, that would grace any collection or make a for a special gift idea.
Comes with a sterling silver foxtail chain that measures 16" long, it is marked 925 Italy on the clasp.
Inside the locket there is space to put photos inside. One original silver frame is inside. Currently there is an original old photos of a gentleman, and patterned paper inside, but you could easily remove these and add your own photos into this locket. Opens and closes securely from the side.
SPECIFICS:
Hallmarks: Unmarked, tested and verified as sterling silver back and front
Size: The locket measures 2.9 cms tall without the bails, 3.8 cms with the bail loops. 2.3 cms wide.
Weight: 10.4 grams (locket and chain together)
Unmarked but tests as Sterling Silver Back and Front. Back and Front lockets were typical of lockets from this era. In the late Victorian and Edwardian period, lockets were manufactured with solid silver fronts and solid silver backs – to clarify, the metal at the front is a sheet of solid silver and the metal at the back is also a sheet of solid silver. Using this method allowed heavy engraving which would not be possible on silver plating. The sides, hinges and the loose frames inside are usually made of a sturdy base metal. The reasoning behind such construction is that lockets by default are opened and closed regularly. Using a sturdier metal than silver meant that they were less likely to buckle or break.
In very good antique condition. There is light surface wear and tarnish as you would expect of any used antique item. There is one more prominant small dent on the back of the locket that we have captured in the photos. There are a couple of tiny pinholes on the silver front at the top left. This locket has been professionally cleaned and polished, it's ready to wear or to give as a gift. Please see the photos.
This item, along with the others in our Dear Rose, With Love shop, has been hand selected by us, for you. We sell only estate, vintage, and antique items - which means we only ever have one of each piece. The pieces of jewellery offered by us are old treasures, and we rarely find two identical. Once each piece has gone, it's truly gone, and you will likely never find another!
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EXTRA INFORMATION
* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
* Our photographs have been taken with a magnified macro lens to show you every tiny detail. This often means that any flaws or damage which you can see on the item in the photos, will not appear as visible in person when viewed normally with the eye. This can also mean that the item can appear larger on the screen than it is in person, so please be sure to read our written description to clarify all sizes and dimensions.
* All of the boxes shown in our photos are for display only, and are not included in the sale. However, please rest assured that we do package your item lovingly, with new attractive packaging. All rings priced over £50 do come with a complimentary ring box (which differs from the one pictured). Your jewellery will always be sent well wrapped, secure and protected from damage
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RING SIZING
We offer in-house ring re-sizing. Please contact us if the ring you like is not in your size, we will advise on if it can be sized and will give you a no obligation quote. Some styles (such as full eternity bands) cannot be sized at all, and some rings may only be sized within reason. We are always happy to give honest advice and guidance.
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Items under £200 are posted via Royal Mail Tracked 48
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In the event that a parcel goes missing in the post, we cannot be held liable or claim for compensation unless insurance has been chosen.
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