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Love You - Victorian 9K Rose Gold Engraved Heart Locket. This lovely locket is crafted from 9K, hallmarked 9CT. Featuring quality gold-work , traditional styling a exquisite engraving.  The locket is heart shaped with beautiful engraving on the front and back of the piece. Featuring engraved scrolls , and a central polished heart. The lovely detail on both sides of this locket, add beauty and character to the piece.  The inside of the locket is complete with its frames and both plastic protectors. The chain is hallmarked 14K Gold Filled rose gold, hallmarked 14K GF,   a perfect match with the locket. The chain features a secure spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This gorgeous Victorian piece looks stunning when worn, truly a piece to be treasured and enjoyed for many years to come. 

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his infamous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United Stated during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

Lockets evolved from ancient amulets to mementos... growing increasingly prominent by the 19th Century. European designs date back to the 16th Century, where small pendants were worn to ward off evil spirits. One of the earliest known examples of a locket with a picture in it is Queen Elizabeth I's ring (ca.

Measurements: Locket (including bale) 29.00 mm x 22.00 mm    Chain 18" 

Weight: 4.90 grams 

Condition: Excellent

Origin: England 

Date: Circa 1880