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18K French Guilloche Locket, Antique Gold Pendant, Vintage Locket c. 1900

18K French Guilloche Locket, Antique Gold Pendant, Vintage Locket c. 1900

A beautiful addition to any collection, this scalloped edge locket displays a level of skill and craftsmanship that is a testament to the meticulousness of its maker. With an engine turned background, floral and scroll detailing has been hand chiseled into designs on both sides of the locket. The gold is very thin, so to add the detailing without puncturing the piece is quite impressive. They certainly knew what they were doing. I love the style of these lockets and their extremely ornate bails. A previous owner has thoughtfully added another bail added at the top so that the locket doesn't twist on a chain and lays flat. The locket is in good condition, save for a separation in the details of the gold, visible in the last photo. As such it will need to be handled with care. Since the gold is thin and the heat from solder would melt through, the separation is not repairable but also not visible from the exterior. Otherwise the piece is in excellent condition, closing securely, and without notable denting or disfigurement. It has been priced accordingly but deserves a second life and to be worn and appreciated again.

Material: 18k Gold (acid tested)
Period: late Victorian (late 1800s)
Weight: 2.9 g
Size (without bail): 1.8 in diameter x .43 in thickness or 4.5 cm diameter x 1.1 cm thickness

Please not this listing is for the locket only. Chains are available separately in store.

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