A beautifully feminine sterling silver locket with delicate engraved vines and a sparkling starburst centre. Fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1980, with a pristine, unused interior.
A charming vintage sterling silver locket, crafted in a romantic Edwardian revival style and fully hallmarked for Birmingham, 1980. With its softly scalloped “pie-crust” edge and elegant proportions, it has a timeless, feminine appeal.
The front is finely engraved with flowing trailing vines, centred by a bright-cut star that catches the light beautifully. The detailing is crisp and precise, giving the piece a refined, high-quality finish.
The locket opens smoothly from the side to reveal two unused photo compartments. Inside, it remains in exceptional condition, retaining the original picture rings, blue paper liners, and clear acetate covers, all intact and undisturbed, which is increasingly rare to find.
Suspended from a new sterling silver chain, it is ready to wear or gift immediately, perfect for a meaningful present or personal keepsake.
DETAILS
METAL: Sterling silver
HALLMARKS: Lion passant (sterling), anchor (Birmingham), date letter ‘F’ (1980), maker’s mark ‘JAM’ for silversmiths J A Main Ltd., active 1972 until 2001. Also stamped “Sterling Silver”
CHAIN: Sterling silver, stamped 925
SIZE: Locket 3.4 cm (1½”) tall, 2.5 cm (1”) wide
CHAIN LENGTH: 45 cm (18”)
WEIGHT: 4.4 grams total
CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear. The locket retains a bright, high polish; any darker areas visible in the images are reflections rather than tarnish. The hinge is sound, and it closes securely with a satisfying snap. The interior fittings are unused and complete.
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At Mercy Madge, we specialise in quality antique and vintage jewellery, carefully sourced throughout Great Britain. Every piece is professionally cleaned and polished, ensuring it is ready to wear, enjoy, or present as a thoughtful gift.
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* Gemstone Testing & Measurements
All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. Please note that all measurements and stated carat weights are approximate.
* Photography & Scale
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* Gifting
Purchasing as a gift? Your jewellery will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a custom Mercy Madge jewellery box. Please note that unless otherwise stated, any antique boxes shown in photographs are for display purposes only and are not included in the sale.
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