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Antique reliquary, oval locket in dark Victorian metal
Antique reliquary, oval locket in dark Victorian metal
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Antique oval locket, this metal locket has a dark patina. A sentimental piece of jewelry, circa 1900. The exterior is completely smooth, without engravings, which enhances its intimate and understated character. The interior consists of two compartments framed by gilt rings: one with a purple taffeta lining and the other with a glass protector containing an antique lock of braided hair against a gold background.
These lockets were used as keepsake jewelry, very common in Victorian and Edwardian times, when preserving a lock of a loved one's hair was a symbol of eternal love or prolonged mourning. The ring allows it to be hung on a chain or ribbon around the neck.
A genuine piece of sentimental jewelry with a strong symbolic and emotional meaning, in very good condition considering its age.
**Characteristics:
-Dimensions:
It measures 4.2 cm (excluding the second ring) long x 2.8 cm wide x 0.5 cm high.
Approximate measurements.
-Total weight: 12.82 grams.
**Composition:
- Main material: Metal.
- Quality seal: Not visible.
- Acid test: Performed.
- Other materials: Fabric and hair.
**Additional details: These items are not new; they show signs of use and may have scratches and tarnish due to age. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Attention to detail!
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