Description - A rare antique treasure this superb 15ct Rose Gold Large Diamond Set Locket & 15ct Rose Gold Book Chain Necklace.
This is an old valuation dating to June 2022 & Gold prices have risen considerably over the past couple of years.
We believe this to be a late Victorian piece 1880/1890.
Both the locket & book chain, test as solid 15ct rose gold, that have a yellow gold plating over them " Bloom" which was used sometimes on these earlier pieces to give the appearance of a higher carat of gold. My gemologist notes in his appraisal that the bale/hanger on the locket & the book chain have both been stamped with a modern 750 denoting 18ct gold, he believes someone has tested it at some point & has stamped it incorrectly due to the higher carat plating. Neither of these pieces carry any hallmarks which wasn't uncommon for the time.
Antique Book Chain - Is 44cm in length and has a 15ct rose gold bolt ring with a 3cm long section of chain which acts as a hanging point for a pendant / locket . The flat links are 14.5mm wide and the joining links 8.5mm wide.
The chain weighs a lovely 29.45 grams.
Antique Locket - This gorgeous locket is oval in shape with raised fleur de li & acorn decorations and an oval top plate set with diamonds. The body of the locket measures 45mm x 36mm, quite a substantial locket.
The locket also tests as 15ct rose gold, with " bloom" a yellow gold over plating. The locket has a top bolt ring that also tests as 15ct gold.
On opening the locket there are two what appear to be original glass windows with backing, & the two chapter rings are base metal.
The front top plate is set with three .08 carat old fashion cut G/H SI Natural diamonds.
The back of the locket is smooth plain gold.
The locket weighs without the glass covers & chapter rings - 15.32 grams.
The locket closes with a secure snap.
This wonderful antique is an excellent example of the Victorian goldsmiths skill & creativity a very fine example in well preserved condition.
This very beautiful locket & book chain necklace would make an exceptional family heirloom.
Book Chain - 15ct Gold, Length 44cm
Weight - 29.45 grams
Total Diamond Weight - 0.24 carat G/H SI
Locket - 45mm x 36mm not including the bale / hanger.
Weight - 15.32 grams not including glass & Chapter rings.
Old Valuation - $12,500 Dated 11th June 2022 what you would expect to pay in a bricks & mortar antique jewellery situation if you could find another.
Lay By - is available, please message me for details.
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Payment - accepted via Pay Pal x 4 up to $2,000, Direct Deposit & Pay Pal regular.
Thank you for viewing - Deb xx