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Victorian Horseshoe-Shaped Ball Locket

$1,000

This usual Victorian ball locket is modeled in the shape of a horseshoe with gold fill fittings and domed glass lenses. The locket easily opens to reveal space for two photos or mementos - the convex shape of the glass magnifies the image or object held within. On an ew 18" 14k gold chain.

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  • Materials

    gold fill, glass, new 14k gold chain

  • Age

    c. 1880

  • Condition

    Very good

  • Size

    1 1/4" length including the bale, 1" x 3/4" 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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Lockets:Magical, Medicinal, Memorial.

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Amulets:Charms of Power and Protection

An amulet is a personal ornament that protects the wearer from adversity, misfortune, illness, and even death.