EXQUISITE VICTORIAN GOLD FILLED LOCKET SEED PEARL RUBY CROWN CROSS

This magnificent Victorian locket features an ornate cross and crown design set with seed pearls and rubies on a smooth polished gold-filled oval case. The elaborate engraved decoration shows a cross adorned with seed pearls with a crown draped around it, and a flowing ribbon banner set with rubies, exemplifying the romantic symbolism of Victorian mourning and sentimental jewelry. The cross and crown motif represents faith, royalty, and eternal reward. The locket opens to reveal compartments for photographs or keepsakes. Suspended from a substantial box chain with decorative bail, this museum-quality piece showcases exceptional period craftsmanship. • MATERIALS: Gold-filled case and chain, seed pearls, rubies • ERA: Victorian, circa 1880s-1900s • MAKER/MARKS: 1/40 12K G.F. (gold-filled) • MEASUREMENTS: Locket 2.25" x 1.875" (5.7 cm x 4.8 cm), chain 24" (61 cm), total weight 24.5g • CONDITION: Very good antique condition with all gemstones secure, locket opens and closes properly, age-appropriate darkening of stones and exceptionally light wear to the gold fill

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