Victorian Silver Locket & Bookchain Necklace

Jewelry : Antique : Fine : Victorian

 

Characteristically large in magnitude and typically worn with a wide silver chain, this late Victorian silver locket is quite arresting with its hand worked surface. Hand-engraved, unique geometric designs as well as the popular floral and leaf motifs flow across the front of the locket.

Continuing with the floral theme, hand set appliqués of rose gold leaves and flowers cover the lower section of the locket face. Silver orbs accent the perimeter of the hinged pendant. The reverse displays the nicely detailed and scalloped edge of the bottom compartment. Double sided, replaced plastic covers are set with the original silver rims.

Accompanying the locket is a delightfully charming bookchain necklace composed of overlapping heart-shaped panels engraved with omnipresent floral motif connected with elongated oval links. Striking when worn with the locket, solo and with any pendant or charm of choice.

Measurements: Locket is 1-3/4 inches (4.6 cm) in length by 1-1/2 inches (3.6 cm) in width by 1/4 of an inch (0.6 cm) in depth. When worn with chain, the locket has a drape of 3-5/8 inches (9 cm). Chain is 17-1/4 inches (43.7 cm) in total length by 5/8 of an inch (1.6 cm) in width. Together this antique locket and chain has a weight of 56.3 grams (36.2 dwt).

Hallmarks: English hallmarks for Birmingham, silver and 1883; maker's mark of possible “J.S.”.

Condition: Excellent for the front; original silver rims with replaced plastic inserts. Interior has some wear and surface rubbing which does not show with a photograph inserted or when locket is closed.

Date & Origin: Circa 1883 and is English in origin.

Overall Scale: Large to very large

Item ID: 11794