Victorian 18k Gold Mussel Locket regency period A ding to one of

A ding to one of the little pommels at the end

and bears the owl hallmark reserved for pieces that were sent to the assay office in their finished form (the more common dog and eagle head were stamped on unfinished pieces)

they're usually characterised by a gem-set drop at the bottom

what we value

pigs were easily raised on kitchen scraps - combine this with their relatively rapid rate of reproduction

Victorian 18k Gold Mussel Locket regency period A ding to one ofDATE: Late Victorian, c. 1880 Cool antique mussel locket dating from the late Victorian era. It opens up to reveal an egg shaped locket compartment complete with original glass fittings. Featuring incredibly realistic textured finished to the outer shell, it's crafted in 18 karat gold and dates from the 1880s. Offered with the 18k gold chain pictured MEASUREMENTS 2. 5 x 1. 8cm Chain: 19. 5 inches WEIGHT 9. 1g MARKS No marks present, tests as 18k gold