{"product_id":"antique-19th-century-gilt-brass-photo-locket-pendant-oval-locket-with-original-swivel-glass-victorian-collectible-jewelry","title":"Antique 19th Century Gilt Brass Photo Locket Pendant, Oval Locket with Original Swivel Glass, Victorian Collectible Jewelry","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis oval photo locket pendant is made of gilt brass and dates to the 19th century, still fitted with its original swivel glass, designed to protect a miniature portrait or a lock of hair. The top is finished with fine engine-turned (guilloché) engraving, opening onto a blank cartouche ready for monogramming. This locket carries all the quiet charm of Victorian keepsake jewelry. A small chip on the edge of the glass speaks to its authenticity and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType: Photo locket pendant with swivel glass\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: 19th century (Victorian era)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Gilt brass\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 32 mm (total height with bail) x 22 mm (width) x 7.6 mm (depth)\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Not specified\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good overall condition, small chip on the edge of the original swivel glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe top of the locket is finished with fine parallel engine-turned lines, framed by a beaded border, with a smooth shield-shaped cartouche left blank at its center. The swivel glass, still functional despite the decades, once allowed a portrait or keepsake to be slipped in and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis type of photo locket was commonly given as a keepsake or mourning gift during the Victorian era, meant to keep a loved one's face always close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis locket makes a lovely pendant to add to an existing chain for lovers of antique jewelry. It can continue its original purpose by holding a photo, or stand alone as a collectible piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA wonderful find for Victorian jewelry collectors, lovers of history-rich pieces, and anyone seeking a meaningful, original gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn authentic piece from the 19th century, this locket has survived the years with its original mechanism and quiet charm intact. It's rare to find the swivel glass still functional. A piece that is both sentimental and decorative, full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis antique gilt brass photo locket pendant, with its original swivel glass and engravable cartouche, will delight collectors of Victorian jewelry and 19th century keepsake lockets seeking an authentic, history-rich piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking for more treasures like this one? Follow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for new arrivals and a closer look behind the scenes: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58580358725967,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0642_c1bd6983-4d0f-47f3-9d08-81e935259133.jpg?v=1787840432","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/antique-19th-century-gilt-brass-photo-locket-pendant-oval-locket-with-original-swivel-glass-victorian-collectible-jewelry","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}