Antique Victorian Pink Paste Pearl Heart Locket 15ct Gold Marcasite METAL: Silver (Stamped)

METAL: Silver (Stamped)

(Circa 1800 – 1830)

ready to house a small photograph or other keepsakes

It’s a striking statement piece with a secure box clasp at the side and Birmingham hallmarks on the inside dating the piece to 1883

It’s remained in excellent condition and the beads look magnificent draped around the neck

Antique Victorian Pink Paste Pearl Heart Locket 15ct Gold Marcasite METAL: Silver (Stamped)A sweet antique Victorian heart locket decorated with seven seed pearls and six pink pastes set out in gypsy star settings across the front in a fabulous checkerboard fashion. Paste is a heavy, transparent flint glass that has been used throughout history to simulate the beauty and sparkle of gemstones. The pink pastes resemble rubies and are symbolic of everlasting love with the pearls representing loyalty. The shell is fashioned in a muted 15ct