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Georgian Heart Locket Necklace
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This Georgian locket features two glass panels fashioned in the shape of a “heart.” The locket opens from the bottom and is fitted in gold.

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  • Materials

    14k gold (tests), glass, new 14k gold chain

  • Age

    c. 1800

  • Condition

    Very good - some erosion on the inner rim of the locket; the settings on both lenses have been recently tightened

  • Size

    3/4" length, 5/8" width, 18" chain

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please note:Terms of Sale

Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.

RelatedHistory Lesson

HEARTS:The Symbol of Love

The double-clefted heart icon was born in the Middle Ages.

RelatedHistory Lesson

Lockets:Magical, Medicinal, Memorial.

It’s hard to pinpoint when modern-day lockets were invented, but it’s believed that they evolved from ancient amulets.