Essex Jewelry and Antiques
c1871 Elegant Victorian 14k Gold Locket w/ 14k Gold Chain
Regular price
$720.00
Presented is a beautiful Victorian 14 karat gold locket, on a modern 14 karat gold chain. The locket dates to circa 1871, based on the inscription on the back reading 'Mother Lizzie 1871.' The locket is done in a simple oval form, with a raised Greek key sort of design on the front against a matte finish. The interior of the locket has a bezel with glass on both sides. One side has a lock of brown hair, while the other has a lock of lighter brown/blond hair. The hair is not plaited, just done in a simple curl, with purple cloth behind.
This piece is in great condition. The hinge of the locket is in good shape and the locket snaps shut securely. The bezels on the inside are in good shape, with no breaks in the glass. There are no breaks and no repairs.
The chain is stamped and guaranteed 14k, with a maker's mark of C A Co. We have tested the locket with nitric acid and guarantee it to be 14 karat gold as well.
The chain is about 16 inches long. The locket is about 1 1/4 inches long, including the bail/loop at the top.
The total weight for both chain and locket is 9.6 grams.
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