Description
The most intimate item of jewelry is probably the locket. Made to be worn close to the heart its role is to contain a hint of a memory.
Capture a memory within the confines of this French pendant locket set with natural pearls from Victorian era. One of the more demonstrative of jewels conveying romance and bitter, sweet memories.
The closer you look, the more this pendant reveal its intricacy and noteworthy design rendered with granulation technique and embellished with natural pearls.
In all are 27 natural half pearls shimmering with a warm white palette, alternated by granulation gold work, the surface resembles a tapestry of lights and darks, forms, and geometries for an unbelievably rich pendant.
The back remains smooth with a rich gold finish.The pendant opens to reveal a hinged glass compartment to store your precious memories.
Artfully crafted in 18 Kt yellow gold in France dating approx 1860-1880 ca.
Very good overall condition, wear consistent with use and age.
Additional information
Metal | 18 Kt yellow gold |
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Hallmark | assay and maker, French eagle's head |
Gemstone | 27 natural saltwated half pearls measuring each 2.1 mm in diameter approx ; |
Measures | locket is 33.5 mm long and 26.6 mm wide; 44.8 mm long including bale |
Weight | 12 grams |
Condition | very good overall condition,wear consistent with age and use, one pearl is gray |
Choose metal | Yellow Gold |