Antique Georgian Vinaigrette Locket, Mini French Charles X Enameled Vinaigrette Pendant c. 1830 antique_cuff The earrings open and close

The earrings open and close securely on a functioning hinge

4" x 1" or 3

They do take some getting used to as this is an old style in which the top hinge threads through the back of the ear and attaches to a rivet at the top

a rare French hallmark in use from 1838-1919 and guaranteeing at least 18k gold purity

this shaker locket is a beautiful relic of the past

Antique Georgian Vinaigrette Locket, Mini French Charles X Enameled Vinaigrette Pendant c. 1830 antique_cuff The earrings open and closeThis rare beauty is known as a "vinaigrette" locket. Delicate and refined, it features chiseled floral borders and blue enameling. It opens with a little door to reveal an interior pierced gallery panel behind which a piece of scented cloth could be tucked to revive the wearer in case of fainting or to mask unpleasant doors. This one dates all the way back to the late Georgian period, circa 1830. As they are light weight with several hinges, few have