VICTORIAN 1890 Blue Enameled Locket Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold And White pearls
A Victorian oval locket-pendant necklace.
This is a beautiful locket-pendant, created in England during the Victorian period, back in 1890. The locket necklace has been crafted with an oval shape in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with a delicate thin brushed finish. The locket lid is embellished with a Quatro-form plaque which is embellished with applications of blue glass enamel and sixteen white pearls. It is fitted with concealed three-barrels hinge, a movable ring bale on top and two framed guards in the interior to show pictures or mementos. It is presented with a chain from the same period with a spring lock.
Country: England.
Period: Victorian, 1890.
Pearls: Mounted in bezel settings, with 16 round halves white pearls of 2 mm.
Weight: 29.70 Grams, (19.05 Dwt).
Measurements: The locket itself is 56 mm by 33 mm by 11 mm (2.20 x 1.30 x 0.43Inches).
Length: The chain is 17 inches, (43.18 Cm).
Hallmarks: Unmarked as usual and electronically tested for 18kt as follows, .750/.999 Au.
The Victorian Jewelry
This era is one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night. The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began. The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.
Collateral: This locket pendant is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Victorian locket is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 16 pearls are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P121924MINM/.7139
