Antique Australian 9ct Rose Gold Heart Padlock Clasp / Original Safety Chain - Circa 1910
This charming antique Australian heart-shaped padlock clasp is a delightful piece of early 20th-century jewellery, dating to around 1910.
Crafted in solid 9 carat rose gold, it has a lovely warm glow and a wonderfully sturdy feel in the hand. The padlock arm is strong and secure, fastening perfectly as it should, a testament to the quality of its original craftsmanship.
The design is simple and elegant, with a plain polished front and back—typical of antique padlocks of the period. On the reverse, it bears the maker’s mark ‘A.J’., we firmly believe to be Australian, along with a clear 9 carat gold stamp. Faint hand-engraved initials “AN” can also be seen, adding a personal touch and a glimpse into its history.
What makes this piece especially appealing is that it still retains its original safety chain, also in excellent condition, making it ready to be used once again as a traditional curb link bracelet clasp or simply enjoyed as a collector’s piece.
Sweet, solid, and full of antique charm, this heart padlock clasp is both a functional jewel and a sentimental keepsake—perfect for anyone who loves authentic Edwardian-era goldwork.
STONES
None
MEASUREMENTS
Measured including padlock arm - 2.3cm x 1.5cm
WEIGHT
2.92 Grams
MARKS
‘A.J.’ - Makers mark and 9c in the Australian manner
Antique initials faintly inscribed in cursive to verso ‘A N’
ERA
Edwardian - 1901-1915
CONDITION
Excellent antique condition. A solidly manufactured padlock clasp. The padlock arm is very solid and strong and clasps absolutely perfectly! The original safety chain is present and ready to use on a bracelet if secured. No dents, repairs or damages, minor marks to gold only, very insignificant.
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Shipping & Delivery
Free Complimentary Express Shipping: Australia & Select International Countries.
We are pleased to offer free complimentary express postage, fully insured with tracking and signature on delivery using Australia Post.
Orders are dispatched within one-two business days of purchase. Once complete, a tracking number will be forwarded to you via email notification.
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: What Is Included?
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.
For added safety and security, all purchases are shipped inside an Australia Post medium sized mailing box.
If your item includes an independent valuation, the physical certificate will be included.
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