Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 long_silver_chain as the back has a

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One hinge works a little too well and springs forward but easily springs back into place

6 cmSize (without bail): 0

making it a true relic of days gone by and a conversation starter for those who appreciate the beauty of well-loved heirlooms

The gold has been twisted into arts and crafts style paperclip links punctuated by elongated navettes with interior filigree work

Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 long_silver_chain as the back has aThis stunning gold locket hails from the Grand Period (1861 1885) and features a beautiful amethyst paste (glass imitation) which is securely set with a halo of crown prongs and inlaid with a seed pearl buckle motif. Pearls were often used for remembrance as part of mourning jewelry as they represented tears. The interior of the locket has a hinged glass partition which can be used to move the glass from one side to the other to protect a special