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Late 19th Century French Goldstone Locket

$1,850

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The disco-ball glitter of goldstone (aka adventurine) isn't natural, but man-made by mixing glass with tiny copper crystals in a low-oxygen furnace. The Victorians loved it. Here, a French-made 18k gold locket has room for multiple photos.

  • Materials

    18k gold (marked), goldstone, glass lens, new 14k gold chain

  • Age

    c. 1880

  • Condition

    Very good - small chip in the goldstone near the bezel; French hallmark

  • Size

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

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VictorianEra

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.

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