Antique Victorian Gold Vermeil Locket Book Chain Necklace 1884
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A rare Victorian masterpiece with unforgettable presence , this antique gold vermeil sterling silver locket and ornate book chain necklace, hallmarked Birmingham 1884, is an exceptional collector’s piece rich in history and craftsmanship.
The oversized oval locket is beautifully engraved with swirling leaf motifs framed by tiny stars and a delicate beaded border. Inside are two compartments ready to hold cherished photographs or keepsakes.
The substantial matching book chain collar measures 5/8 inch wide and can be worn at 19 3/4 inches or adjusted to 18 inches. The removable drop chain allows the locket to be styled long or short, offering multiple ways to wear this dramatic Victorian piece.
The large oval locket measures approximately 2 3/4 inches long including the bale by 1 5/8 inches wide, creating an impressive statement presence. Rarely found in gold vermeil sterling silver, this highly collectible antique necklace blends bold scale, versatility, and timeless Victorian elegance in one extraordinary heirloom jewel.
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Materials: Sterling Silver Gold Vermeil
Measurements: The collar necklace measures 18 inches but can be extended to 19 3/4 inches with the drop chain and 5/8 inches wide. The locket measures 2.50 inches tall from the top of the bale and 1 5/8 inches wide.
Hallmarks: Anchor for Birmingham, lion passant for sterling and the date letter k for 1884, J&FS
Weight: 50.2 grams
Hallmarks: Marked on the locket in numerous places. Anchor for Birmingham, Lion passant for sterling, date letter k for 1884, and J&FS.
Condition: Very good with no loss to the gold vermeil. All the links are fluid and flexible with the locket closing with a snap. There are minute dings to the back of the locket.
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