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With All My Heart - Victorian 9K Gold Engraved Heart Locket. This lovely locket is crafted from 9K , hallmarked 9ct (British hallmark) on the back of the locket and a makers mark BK&FT. Featuring quality gold-work , traditional styling a exquisite engraving. The locket is heart shaped with beautiful engraving on the front of the piece. It has a lovely engraved and polished front and back with a nice gold patina. The polished portion of the lock is reserved for initials or a monogram if desired. The inside of the locket is complete with its frames and plastic protectors. The chain is original to the locket, unmarked with a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This Victorian era piece looks stunning when worn, truly a piece to be treasured and enjoyed for many years to come.
History: In the history of the United Kingdom, the Victorian era was the period of Queen Victoria's reign, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. The era followed the Georgian period and preceded the Edwardian period, and its later half overlaps with the first part of the Belle Époque era of Continental Europe.
Lockets evolved from ancient amulets. European designs for lockets appear to date to the 16th century, when small pendants were worn to conceal good luck charms, small fabric squares soaked in perfume to ward off the poor smells on public thoroughfares, painted portraits, and even, on occasion, poison.
Measurements: Locket including bale) 26.00 mm x 19.00 mm Chain: 16"
Weight: 4.90 grams
Condition: Excellent
Origin: England
Date: Circa 1900