A wonderful Edwardian revival gold fill/rolled gold pendant with a hidden locket compartment.
Circa 1930, the front is set with a large onyx cabochon and the back opens to reveal a compartment for a photo or tiny keepsake. The rolled gold overlay is in remarkable condition with no signs of wearing away, we did think this was solid gold until we tested it. The locket compartment still has the lining paper, picture ring and clear celluloid photo cover.
The pendant is substantial with a large heavy duty oval bail which will accommodate a wide variety of chains. The locket compartment is accessed from the front, it opens from the top and has a hinge at the bottom. It closes securely with a satisfying click to safely store your precious memories. Superb quality! We do see a makers mark on the loop at the top but it is difficult to read, looks like 'M*T'
If desired it can be purchased with the new 18" gold vermeil (gold plated sterling silver) rolo/belcher chain as pictured or you can purchase the pendant alone if you prefer. Our chains are manufactured in Italy, they are fine quality and fully hallmarked.
MATERIALS: Rolled Gold/Gold Filled.
GEMSTONE: Onyx, 20x15mm, tested with the Presidium gemstone tester.
MEASUREMENTS: 2-1/4" tall and 1-1/4" wide (approx. 58x30mm) with a depth of 8mm.
WEIGHT: Locket 12 grams, chain 2.7 grams.
CONDITION: Excellent with minimal wear and the hinge and closing mechanism in perfect order.
At Mercy Madge we offer a distinctive and unique collection of antique and vintage jewelry. Each item in our shop is carefully hand selected by us, for you. The jewelry pieces we offer are old treasures and we rarely find two identical, once they are gone, they are truly gone and you may never find another!
Circa 1930, the front is set with a large onyx cabochon and the back opens to reveal a compartment for a photo or tiny keepsake. The rolled gold overlay is in remarkable condition with no signs of wearing away, we did think this was solid gold until we tested it. The locket compartment still has the lining paper, picture ring and clear celluloid photo cover.
The pendant is substantial with a large heavy duty oval bail which will accommodate a wide variety of chains. The locket compartment is accessed from the front, it opens from the top and has a hinge at the bottom. It closes securely with a satisfying click to safely store your precious memories. Superb quality! We do see a makers mark on the loop at the top but it is difficult to read, looks like 'M*T'
If desired it can be purchased with the new 18" gold vermeil (gold plated sterling silver) rolo/belcher chain as pictured or you can purchase the pendant alone if you prefer. Our chains are manufactured in Italy, they are fine quality and fully hallmarked.
MATERIALS: Rolled Gold/Gold Filled.
GEMSTONE: Onyx, 20x15mm, tested with the Presidium gemstone tester.
MEASUREMENTS: 2-1/4" tall and 1-1/4" wide (approx. 58x30mm) with a depth of 8mm.
WEIGHT: Locket 12 grams, chain 2.7 grams.
CONDITION: Excellent with minimal wear and the hinge and closing mechanism in perfect order.
At Mercy Madge we offer a distinctive and unique collection of antique and vintage jewelry. Each item in our shop is carefully hand selected by us, for you. The jewelry pieces we offer are old treasures and we rarely find two identical, once they are gone, they are truly gone and you may never find another!