Antique Large Rolled Gold Locket Necklace

This beautiful necklace features an antique rolled gold locket with lovely engraving on both sides. I have put it on a handwired gold plated sterling silver and pearl chain to create a unique necklace. The locket has inserts inside so you can add you own photos or keepsakes.

Container jewellery to house tokens and special items have been around since Egyptian times and the first “lockets” held medicinal herbs, religious relics, prayers or perfumes. Elizabeth 1 is thought to have owned one of the first sentimental lockets which was a ring depicting tiny portraits of both herself and her mother Anne Boleyn. Before the invention of photography locks of hair were often put in lockets to remind you of loved ones. The popularity of lockets as a keepsake grew with the widespread use of photography and endures today.

The locket measure 5cm x 3cm (including th ring) and the chain measures 68cm. 

This unique piece of jewellery may have signs of wear due to its history. It is beautifully imperfect and should be treated with love and care. This gorgeous locket is in great condition.

All Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.