Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Heart Locket Necklace Small RingAntique Victorian locket, featuring an intricate floral engraving on front. On the back of the piece it is marked 9ct BK&FT. Only the wearer knows what secrets lie within the locket. It has to be the ultimate love token. During the Victorian era, young Victorian women would hide a picture of a man they admired, if the man offered up a lock of hair a marriage proposal usually would follow. Lockets were considered a statement of an intention to marry.
England from 15ct gold
the piece secures with an open 'c' clasp
a metal often used in mourning jewellery due to its gentle glow against the dark jet
The brooch is in excellent vintage condition and measures approximately 5
Vintage 1930s 9ct rose gold locket featuring beautifully ornate engraved flourishes on the back and a shiny back
Ancient Roman
The thinner chain is 3
The earrings have a number of hallmarks indicating the piece was is set in 9ct gold
The clip can be fastened around the neckline or lapels on a dress
featuring a beautiful ivy leaf pattern on the front and back
7" in length and 1
This unusual pendant is a fantastic piece of social history