Beautiful Victorian Heart Locket from England.
The front of the locket features ivy leaves and a blank cartouche at the bottom. At the back a different intricate design with foliage.
In Victorian jewelry, ivy leaves symbolize fidelity, eternal love, friendship, and deep, lasting attachment. Due to their evergreen nature, they were commonly used in romantic jewelry to represent marital devotion and in mourning jewelry to symbolize immortality and the soul's persistence.
Details:
The locket is not stamped for gold content. It is likely gold plated, 9ct back and front.
Country of origin:
England.
For US-based buyers, Antique English pieces are subject to a 10% tariff and are duty-free.
Condition:
It is in excellent antique condition, with some gentle surface wear and scratches. It closes tightly with a snap. Inside the original photos frames are present.
The locket does not come with a chain, if you need one please reach out.
Measurements:
-Locket height: 22mm / 7/8"
-Locket height including the bale: 28mm / 1 1/8"
-Locket width: 20mm / 13/16"
-Locket weight: 6.9g