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Late 19th Century French Basketweave Locket Necklace

$975

A charming French locket from the end of the 19th century. It houses glass lenses which can hold two photos, and the hexagon shape is unique. Lots of pattern and detail.

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  • Materials

    14k gold (tests and marked), beveled glass lenses, new 14k gold chain

  • Age

    c. 1880

  • Condition

    Very good - this locket will need to be taken to a jeweler to remove the lenses/add photos or mementos

  • Size

    7/8" length including the bale, 1/2" width, 18" chain

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18371901

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

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.