Victorian 18K Gold Onyx Round Locket c. 1880, Antique French Belle Epoque Mourning Charm antique_chain 15 gPeriod: late Victorian c

15 gPeriod: late Victorian c

The style is unique

The chain is hallmarked with two weevils

Material: 18k Gold (ram head 1819-1838)

it's important to note that the piece exhibits some wear on the gilding at the edges

Victorian 18K Gold Onyx Round Locket c. 1880, Antique French Belle Epoque Mourning Charm antique_chain 15 gPeriod: late Victorian cThis lovely two sided banded onyx locket is bursting with charm. Simple and refined, we love the small, round size. The locket opens to reveal a hinged glass partition, indicating this locket probably started it's life as a mourning locket. Victorians would often store a piece of braided hair to remember those gone before. It was also possible to store a token, such as a piece of lace or a pressed flower, to remember someone or something close to your