Victorian Scallop Shell Locket
Gorgeous antique oval locket dating from the mid Victorian period, circa 1870. The front is furnished with a stylised scallop shell motif, set with glistening rose cut diamonds and graduated turquoise cabochons, while the back features an engraved garter and buckle. Both symbols are strongly associated with love: the scallop represents Venus, the Roman goddess of love and desire, and the garter represents a love the is binding and unbreakable. Built in 15ct gold, the entire outer casing is intricately engraved with ornate floral, foliate, and abstract designs and the original glass panels are both present inside.
Era: Victorian, circa 1870
Size: 3.2cm by 2.5cm (not including jump ring)
Stones: Turquoise and diamond
Marks: None, tested as 15ct gold
Condition: Great antique condition with lovely patina. One turquoise is possibly a replacement
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Condition
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