Vintage 1970s 9ct Gold Round Locket Necklace
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Vintage 1970s round locket featuring an ornate design. This circular locket is set in 9ct yellow gold. The locket has a number of hallmarks indicating the piece was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1979. The lockets hangs from a 9ct gold chain.
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
Vintage, 1970s
HALLMARKS
PPLd, 9, 375, Anchor, Letter ' E'.
MEASUREMENTS
Diameter - 2.2cm / 0.8"
Necklace Length - 18" / 45.7cm
Weight - 7.18g
CONDITION
The pendant is in excellent vintage condition.
SKU
1498
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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