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Victorian 15ct Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Locket & Book Chain Necklace .

Item Code: 25151A
Price:  $6,125.00 incl. GST
Old Valuation - $12,500

Victorian 15ct Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Locket & Book Chain Necklace .

Item Code: 25151A
Price:  $6,125.00 incl. GST
Old Valuation - $12,500
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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.

Complimentary - express sign for delivery Australia wide.

Payment - accepted via Pay Pal x 4 up to $2,000, Direct Deposit & Pay Pal regular.

Thank you for viewing - Deb xx