Antique Silver Colored Metal Engraved Oval Locket, French Victorian Hairwork Locket c. 1870 napoleon_III_locket with a back that is

with a back that is smooth for engraving

CONDITION NOTES:The necklace is known as a 'ras du cou' as it skims the collar bone below the neckline like a choker necklace

Rock Crystal (Quartz)Weight: 3

The amethysts have wear normal for age and use

1900Weight: 2

Antique Silver Colored Metal Engraved Oval Locket, French Victorian Hairwork Locket c. 1870 napoleon_III_locket with a back that isThis unique Victorian locket pendant is a well crafted beauty from around 1880. I couldn't find a hallmark on the piece. It tests as minimum 800 silver purity which was standard for continental Europe at the time of production but as there is no hallmark it is being sold as silver colored metal. The locket is very shiny but still retains a lovely patina. It features a beautifully etched floral design with a starburst frame on the front; The back has a