Victorian Book Locket

Victorian Book LocketA remarkable Victorian book locket dating from the 1860s. It's crafted in 9 carat gold, and the outer covers are intricately engraved with floral and ribbon like designs, but the real magic is revealed upon opening. Inside there's a ghostly photograph, partially missing it appears to have decayed over the years, leaving an etherial apparition of a man. Then the inscription on the other side tells us something about said man it reads: "PRESENTED TO W'm

plain and ropetwist

The styling is somewhat unusual

pitch black in colour

who prove their worth by daring and courageous deeds

red coral for Mars

Stones: Bohemian Garnet (variety almandine-pyrope)

the tradition began to change with far longer necklaces like this one being produced

inspiring jewellers (notably Carlo Giuliano) to produce replicas of these ancient treasures in the archaeological revival style - often as commissions from European royalty

both in design and craftsmanship

Gorgeous vintage bangle by famous Welsh jeweller Clogau - part of their Tree of Life collection

vibrant bright red ruby

The coin has been set in a sterling silver frame