English Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Gold Locket

A perfectly round and mid-size 18k yellow gold locket displaying the complex beauty that is characteristic of late Victorian jewelry. The piece ...

An unusual and beautiful cross in a rather assertive size, measuring 2.25 inches long, by 1.5 inches wide. The photographs show much light though the agate, however, when it is being...

This rare mourning locket from the Victorian (ca1875) era is quite a stunning piece! Crafted in vibrant 18k gold, the decorative locket serves as an incredible example of the mourning jewelry tradition. A delicate white pearl is pin-set in a gold 8-pointed star; a classic Victorian motif. The pearl and star rest in the center of a bezel-set piece of banded agate, surrounded by a gold twisted rope-like border around the bezel. The agate and pearl are encompassed by a broad gold boarder heavily adorned with black enamel. The enamel script reads "In memory of" on the four points of the cross. In between the points of the cross, gorgeously enameled flower-like shapes fill in the negative space. The outer edges of the locket also feature spoked gold-shot detail. The locket also boasts an over-sized bail that features the same floral enamel styling that can be seen throughout. The backside of this piece features a single large compartment with a removable glass face with gold frame that likely once held a photo or memento of the deceased. Engraved above the top of the compartment reads "George May, Died 6...

This sweet locket has a raised design spelling out 'IN' and the words across these letters ready 'memory of' The background of this waiting is coated in black enamel. The inside of t...