{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-9ct-rose-gold-floral-locket-and-ornate-9ct-gold-chain-with-engraved-lozenge-links-dated-chester-1907","title":"Antique Edwardian 9ct Rose Gold Floral Locket and Ornate 9ct Gold Chain with Engraved Lozenge Links. Dated Chester 1907","description":"Antique Edwardian 9ct Rose Gold Floral Locket and Ornate 9ct Gold Chain with Engraved Lozenge Links. \u003cbr\u003eVery rare to have survived with its original chain.\u003cbr\u003eGenuine Edwardian Piece, dated 1907.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured in 9ct rose gold, the front of the locket has a plain round cartouche in the centre and an engine-turned design surrounding it; additionally, there is a rose motif around the locket's edge. The reverse is also profusely decorated with the engine-turned design and floral motif.. \u003cbr\u003eI have seen one or two before over the years, but normally engraved \/personalised to mark an occasion, this one escaped unscathed!\u003cbr\u003eIt opens to reveal two compartments for photographs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe locket, which has its original period chain attached, is also manufactured in 9ct gold and has an antique barrel clasp. It has 6 ornate lozenge links interspersed between them. Each is profusely hand engraved with a floral and star motif, and each is different.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a rarity to have survived, all intact with its original fittings and in this condition, traces of the original gilding present and on its original gold chain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder magnification it shows the hand soldering; these miniature works of art need to be studied and you need to know the manufacturing process to fully appreciate their character. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe locket measures 37.1mm x 25.7mm (not including bale) and 7.3mm in depth.\u003cbr\u003eBale measures 4.2mm in length.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chain measures 20 inches in length. Equivalent to 50.8cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe locket and chain weighs 10.9g.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUK hallmarked 9ct gold. Dated Chester 1907. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION: Overall good, with some very light wear commensurate with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an antique item, making it excellent value for your money when compared to a new equivalent. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLAYAWAY: We happily offer layaway\/deposits on the majority of our items. Please send us a message if you would like to arrange a layaway.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING: Postage is complimentary. \u003cbr\u003eAll items are packed in a gift box and are sent securely within 1-3 business days.\u003cbr\u003eUK customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery.\u003cbr\u003eOverseas customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Tracked and\/or Signed. FedEx for some more valuable items.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeel free to contact us for any further information or to discuss this piece, our phone number is 01243 868887 (shop hours, closed Wednesdays and Sundays).  \u003cbr\u003eWe ship worldwide every other day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the link below to favourite our shop to keep up to date with all our new listings :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/shop\/NicholasJewellersCo?ref=seller-platform-mcnav","brand":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56178113347910,"sku":"M4455","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/6662\/5350\/files\/il_fullxfull.6726267915_hs11.jpg?v=1773496566","url":"https:\/\/nicholasandco.co.uk\/products\/antique-edwardian-9ct-rose-gold-floral-locket-and-ornate-9ct-gold-chain-with-engraved-lozenge-links-dated-chester-1907","provider":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}