A charming vintage 1940's American sweetheart locket made in 12ct gold filled sterling silver. The front of the locket features a mother-of-pearl oval shaped panel set in a flag & torch insignia (United States Signal Corps.).
The locket features a pretty open-work scalloped border around the edge and a fan-shaped bale at the top. The reverse is engraved in a decorative machine turned pattern. The back of the locket opens to reveal a photo of a handsome young man on one side and an empty station at the other. These can be replaced with your own photos if desired, both of the original picture rings and hard plastic photo covers are still present.
We have added a new gold vermeil (gold-plated sterling silver) chain so this little treasure is ready to wear right out of the box. A charming example of patriotic American sweetheart jewellery from the World War II era!
DETAILS:
MATERIALS: 12K gold filled sterling silver
MEASUREMENTS: 1-1/2" (3.6cm) tall, 1" (2.5cm) wide (chain 16"/41cm)
HALLMARKS: worn stamp on the reverse 'PR ST Co.' and '1/20 12K GF on STERLING'. This is the makers mark used by jewellery manufacturers Providence Stock Company of Rhode Island, USA.
WEIGHT: 7.7 grams total
CONDITION: in excellent vintage condition with no noted flaws, closes securely with a click
DATE: 1940s
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear and enjoy or give as a gift.