Antique Victorian 18ct gold mourning locket, Diamond and pearl, Ivy leaf

Antique Victorian 18ct gold mourning locket, Diamond and pearl, Ivy leafA truly magnificent antique Victorian era mourning locket in 18ct bloomed yellow gold. Not all mourning jewellery was finished in dark colours such as black or cobalt blue and this fine example showcases the versatility of mourning pieces beautifully. It is a large oval locket, heavily engraved to the front and reverse with an ivy leaf design to the front and a floral design to the reverse. The front of the locket holds an applied gold ivy leaf set

Rich and well matched graduated cultured pearls with a pretty hue

Heavily chased 800 silver in an Art Nouveau style

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Shown in some of the images on a silver necklace

Typically elaborate scrolling reminiscent of the era with a small flower set to the top

The face is set with three beautiful opal cabochons

to hold your favourite rings whilst sewing

75"Weighs approximately 57

a single creamy white pearl set to the centre surrounded by a halo of large vibrant turquoise cabochons to make the petals

this has been filled with rough cut amethyst but could be used to store a tiny keepsake or a lock of hair

It is gold plated made by the American Watch Co

25"Tassle length 2