This Locket Pendant Necklace is a magnificent piece of Austro-Hungarian Garnet, Turquoise and Pearl jewelry. It is in the Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1870. The gems are all set in silver gilt as was the custom of the Austro-Hungarian jewels. The bale is 14 Karat Gold. In the center is a gorgeous Pearl set in a flower motif collet. The pearl is surrounded by a flower halo of 8 pear shape flat cut Bohemian Garnet gems. The garnets are all set in decorated collets. The border is set with two oval flat cut Garnets and eight Turquoise cabochons that alternate with raised flower motif designs. The locket is also engraved on both the front and in a wonderful pattern on the back. The locket opens to reveal places for two photos if desired.
I love the way the gems are set in the raised settings on the locket creating a visually stunning and dramatic piece. It is very rare to find Austro-Hungarian lockets...
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Turquoise Drop Necklaces
MaterialsGarnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold