Antique Lion Locket of 10k Gold sterling necklace A romantic treasure from the

A romantic treasure from the Art Deco-to-Retro transition era

It is fully functional and weighs 18

75 inches from the top of the bail to the bottom of the piece by 0

2 inches from the top of the ear wire to the base of the drop by 0

The pendant was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1870-1890) transformed by removing the pin stem and adding a 14k gold jump ring bail

Antique Lion Locket of 10k Gold sterling necklace A romantic treasure from theBold and richly symbolic, this antique locket (circa 18901910) features a majestic lions head sculpted in solid 10 karat gold, its fierce jaws gripping a glittering 0. 12 carat old European cut diamonda symbol of strength, courage, and nobility. The lions intense gaze is set with ruby eyes, though one was replaced at some point with a red glass cabochon, a historic restoration that remains visually harmonious and unobtrusive. The dimensional detail in