Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 long_silver_chain Light and comfortable

Light and comfortable

making it a true relic of days gone by and a conversation starter for those who appreciate the beauty of well-loved heirlooms

as the back has a thick

The diamonds are set in platinum as it was typical for the period to set diamonds in a white metal to enhance the appearance of their size and brilliance

They are hallmarked with an eagle head on the hook of the swan neck

Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 long_silver_chain Light and comfortableThis stunning gold locket hails from the Grand Period (1861 1885) and features a beautiful amethyst paste (glass imitation) which is securely set with a halo of crown prongs and inlaid with a seed pearl buckle motif. Pearls were often used for remembrance as part of mourning jewelry as they represented tears. The interior of the locket has a hinged glass partition which can be used to move the glass from one side to the other to protect a special