Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Turquoise And Pearl Locket Circa 1890-1900
Please note, chains are for display only unless otherwise stated.
An utterly charming and strikingly pretty antique Victorian hinged opening locket suitable for a photo, pressed flowers or even some very small gemstones if desired.
Crafted from 9ct yellow gold and designed as a large 4cm (without bale) x 2.5cm oval locket set with alternating natural blue Turquoise and natural half seed Pearls, with a sweet ribbon-like crowned top also set with Turquoise and seed Pearls.
Opening via an easy to use hinged rear mechanism, both the front and rear compartments retain their original hard early plastic panes which remain very clear.
With unusual hallmarks - an unidentifiable symbol, possibly Australian, 9ct, and a combination of letters ‘MBo’ set with in a ‘C’ … sadly at this stage we cannot attribute, but we are still researching!
Particularly feminine and pretty, in wonderful condition, this fine quality Victorian locket is longing for a photo or treasured momento once again!
STONES
Natural Turquoise cabochons
Natural half seed Pearls
ERA
Victorian 1837-1901
MEASUREMENTS
Drop with bale - 4.5cm
Oval locket without bale - 4cm x 2.5cm
WEIGHT
7.72 Grams
MARKS
Unidentifiable symbol / 9ct / ‘CMBo’ Makers mark
CONDITION
Very good to excellent antique condition. All Turquoise and Pearls original, no re-gluing, well set and secure, under magnification only one Turquoise has a minor nick to the lower edge, insignificant. The hinged mechanism works perfectly, and opens and closes very securely, with no looseness to the hinge. No repairs. Hard plastic panes are original and in very good condition, no significant marks, and are very clear.
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