Description: About this Piece Era: Late VictorianDiameter: Just under 1” (excluding bail)Material: Tests for yellow gold plateWeight: 4.6 gramsMark: Yes, see photo Why You’ll Love ItA token of words unspoken. Take a closer look at this antique, unmistakably French, gold-plated locket as the organic beauty of nature comes alive through its realistic rose flower motif. Each shade of rose carries its own sentiment, but its most universally known as an emblem of love. Meaningful and decorative, with the perfect sentiment to echo the cherished memory stored inside, the detailed and charming design is in distinct relief through repousse technique that is highlighted by its vibrant yellow-gold patina. Condition and Quality● Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. No dents. ● The pair of original frames holds photos tightly in place without glass or plastic inserts. ● Secure, original bail.● Closes firmly with a satisfying “snap.” Collector Note On Floriography. Floriography, or the language of flowers, is rooted in the Victorian era. It refers to the assignment of special emotional meanings to certain flowers. Including those flowers in jewelry was a way to slyly convey one's feelings in a society that discouraged showing your emotions. For example, red roses were (and still are today) associated with romantic love and passion, while forget-me-nots symbolized remembrance. On Victorian. A young Queen Victoria assumed her role in 1837 and her taste in jewelry quickly became culturally influential, within England and beyond. Her relationship to jewelry was enmeshed with her husband, Prince Albert, who gifted the Queen for their engagement, a snake ring, embedded with an emerald (her birthstone) in its head. Continuing from the Georgian era and intensified by Queen Victoria’s taste, sentimental and figural jewelry was a major trend throughout the Victorian era. When certain ideas and words were deemed too forward or improper to be spoken, jewelry and symbolic meaning was used to communicate what was left unsaid. _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))
Price: 235 USD
Location: Altadena, California
End Time: 2024-12-13T20:26:01.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Antique
Style: Locket
Type: Pendant
Metal: Yellow Gold Plated
Department: Women
Pendant/Locket Type: Photo
Jewelry Department: Fine
Vintage: Yes
Antique: Yes
Era: Victorian (1837-1901)
Original/Reproduction: Original
