Antique Victorian 15ct (And 18ct) Rose Gold Locket Chatelaine Circa 1880-90
Please note, long guard chain is for display only, not for sale.
A fabulous nod to the Victorian era in the form of a multi-drop Chatelaine featuring not one, not two but three stunning opening lockets.
The largest heart locket attached to the dog clip is probably not original to the piece but it accompanied this Chatelaine, is of the era, and who doesn’t want a free double sided heart locket!
Crafted from gold tested by our gemologist/jeweller as gold ranging form 14ct to 15ct gold, with the solid sturdy dog-clip in 18ct gold, and designed as a snake chain with three drops holding a stunning engraved cross, an opening ‘book’ locket, and the most beautiful opening heart locket with a domed glass pane with its original woven hair matting beneath (this could be removed if desired).
The largest Heart locket attached to the dog-clip can be easily removed and worn on one of your favourite chains, or even a charm bracelet if desired.
It features a very pretty floral scrolled pattern to the front and back with the addition of a Heart shaped cartouche to one side for your initials!
A stunning example of its kind, in wonderful condition, this versatile piece is not only steeped in history and quality but is such a versatile piece of jewellery which can be styled in a variety of ways with the simple addition of you favourite chain.
STONES
None
ERA
Victorian 1837-1901
MEASUREMENTS
From dog clip to longest drop (cross) 18cm
Each drop from ornate section - 2 @ 7cm / 1 @ 8cm
Largest heart locket - 2.1cm x 1.7cm
Smallest heart locket - 1.6cm x 1.3cm
Cross - 3cm x 1.7cm
Book locket - 1.7cm x 1.2cm
WEIGHT
15.9 Grams
MARKS
Each component tested by our gemmologist/jeweller as 14 to 15ct
Largest locket testing as 9-12ct
Dog Clip tested as 18ct gold
CONDITION
Very very good antique condition. No repairs or damage. Dog clip is 18ct gold, solid and springy. Small heart locket retains its original domed glass pane and rim, just lovely. Large heart retains both original rims, a much later clear plastic as panes. ‘Book’ locket has no internal rims or panes. Cross has no dents or damage. Large heart is possible a little later and may not be original to the Chatelaine but it came with the piece so we have kept it all together. A wonderful early example with very usable lockets!
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Shipping & Delivery
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We are pleased to offer free complimentary express postage, fully insured with tracking and signature on delivery using Australia Post.
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We are currently shipping to the following international countries:
UK, USA, CANADA, SINGAPORE, NEW ZEALAND, HONG KONG.
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Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery
We absolutely pride ourselves on sourcing the best quality pieces for our customers, with many of our items valued by our registered jeweller/gemologist.
Our collection consists of pieces that are of antique and vintage condition, which means that all our items are secondhand and used. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' and 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfection. Any condition issues are always extensively mentioned in the condition summary.
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Your purchase will be lovingly packaged in our custom made, eco-friendly Graisons Fine Jewellery Jewel box tied with ribbon inside our custom made packaging/mailing box.
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