Antique Victorian 1883 Oval Silver Locket Necklace
Description
Our antique Victorian necklace featuring an long oval medium sized silver locket with intricate detailing. The locket opens to reveal two areas pictures could be stored. The piece has a number of marks, indicating the piece was hallmarked in 1883 in Birmingham, England.
The Locket is perhaps the most mysterious and alluring pieces of jewellery. 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.
ERA
Victorian, 1837-1901
HALLMARKS
Letter 't', Anchor, Lion, W.J.G
MEASUREMENTS
Height - 4.1cm / 1.6"
Width - 2.4cm / 0.9"
Weight - 7.26g
CONDITION
The locket is in excellent antique condition, this piece does not come with a chain.
SKU
6779
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At Mayveda, we believe jewelry should do more than adorn—it should connect. Every piece we create tells a story that bridges the past and present, offering you not just something to wear, but something to hold close. Inspired by centuries-old craftsmanship and design, we handcraft modern heirlooms that evoke memories, emotions, and a sense of timelessness.
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