Vintage 1960s Silver Heart Engraved Locket Necklace
Description
Vintage 1960s tiny heart locket featuring ornate engravings. This tiny delicate locket hangs from a new silver chain. The locket has two tiny areas where pictures could be placed.
HISTORY
The locket has a long rich history, during the earlier centuries, they were used to carry good luck charms, mementoes, hair, powder and even poison. The locket secured its romantic status during the Victorian era, it became the most mysterious and alluring pieces of jewellery. Only the wearer knows what secrets lie within the locket. It was to be the ultimate love token. Pictures held in lockets were originally miniature portraits, these were gradually replaced with photographs.
ERA
Vintage, 1960s
HALLMARKS
925
MEASUREMENTS
The locket measures 0.6cm / 0.2" in height and 0.5cm / 0.1" in width. The pendant hangs from a new silver chain measuring 18" / 45.72cm in length.
CONDITION
The locket is in good condition.
SKU
6504
ABOUT US
Mayveda Jewellery was founded by Tiffany and Gillian Didham. Inspired by their great, great Grandmother ‘Mayveda’ the brand was created to celebrate one-of-a-kind fine antique jewellery and expertly crafted designer vintage costume jewellery. Mayveda seeks pieces of jewellery of the highest quality and historical significance.
When we own a piece of antique or costume jewellery we become a custodian holding onto it and adding to it’s already rich history.
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