DATE: Victorian, c.1870

A cool, minimalist antique oval locket carved from a single piece of black onyx, hollowed out with a gold bordered glass compartment at the back. It dates from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1870, originally intended as a mourning piece. It’s perfectly formed and gorgeous, simplistic use of black and gold. Currently home to a colourised photograph of a young freckled boy, but ready to add your own photo.

MEASUREMENTS  

4.5 x 3.2cm

WEIGHT 

17.8g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as 15k gold

CONDITION 

Excellent