The Locket is perhaps the most mysterious and alluring pieces of jewellery. Only the wearer knows what secrets lie within the locket. It has to be the ultimate love token. During the Victorian era, young Victorian women would hide a picture of a man they admired, if the man offered up a lock of hair a marriage proposal usually would follow. Lockets were considered a statement of an intention to marry.

This stunning Victorian locket is set in silver. The locket has a wonderful engraving on the front of the locket depicting a bird sitting on bamboo branch. The design of this brooch was inspired by Japanese design. This large locket hangs from a heavy faceted Victorian silver chain.

In the late Victorian era (1880-1901) the jewellery was inspired by naturalistic themes such as birds, leaves and sometimes Japanese elements such as bamboo.

ERA

Victorian, 1837-1901

HALLMARKS

None, tested silver.

MEASUREMENTS

The locket measures 3.5cm / 1.3" in height and 3cm / 1.1" in width. The antique chain measures 15.3" / 39cm.

CONDITION

The piece is in excellent condition.

SKU

1420

ABOUT US

Mayveda Jewellery was founded by Tiffany and Gillian. Inspired by their great, great Grandmother ‘Mayveda’ the brand was created to celebrate one-of-a-kind fine antique jewellery and expertly crafted designer vintage costume jewellery. Mayveda seeks pieces of jewellery of the highest quality and historical significance.

When we own a piece of antique or costume jewellery we become a custodian holding onto it and adding to it’s already rich history.