Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 9k_locket Before diamonds became the standard

Before diamonds became the standard for engagement rings

buttery gold of the frame and the lighter gold crosshatch

Although they were once very common they were too expensive and difficult to repair

it has been carefully carried through the ages

or to treat yourself

Antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Paste Locket with Seed Pearls, French Solid 18K Gold and Amethyst Paste Victorian Locket c. 1870 9k_locket Before diamonds became the standardThis stunning gold locket hails from the Grand Period (1861 1885) and features a beautiful amethyst paste (glass imitation) which is securely set with a halo of crown prongs and inlaid with a seed pearl buckle motif. Pearls were often used for remembrance as part of mourning jewelry as they represented tears. The interior of the locket has a hinged glass partition which can be used to move the glass from one side to the other to protect a special