SOLD Vintage Rose Gold Heart Locket And Peruvian Opal Pearl Necklace

Pretty vintage rose gold plated sterling silver heart locket. I have put it on a seed pearl and Peruvian opal necklace with rose gold fill highlights and sterling silver clasp.The inside has intact inserts for 2 photographs and the locket opens and closes securely. A gorgeous necklace for the summer.

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 measures 2cm x 1.4cm (including the bail). The necklace measures 42cm with a 2cm extension.

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 stunning locket is in good vintage 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.