Early Victorian Garnet & Diamond Hair Locket Pendant; Circa 1840

This striking early Victorian pendant, dating to around 1840, is a fine example of sentimental jewellery from the period. The front is adorned with a large rich cabochon garnet, framed by a curlicue border of deep blue enamel and gold, punctuated with clusters of rose-cut diamonds. Above it, a pear-shaped garnet drop, also framed in diamonds, completes the elegant, balanced design. This is a substantial piece of jewellery. 

The reverse holds a locket compartment beneath a glass cover, containing finely arranged blonde hair which is original to the piece’s creation. In the 18th and 19th centuries, hair jewellery was a deeply personal keepsake, worn to keep a loved one physically close. While many surviving examples are associated with mourning, hair was also exchanged between sweethearts, family members, and friends as a token of affection. The bright enamel and romantic garnet suggest this may have been a love gift, though we cannot say for certain.

A beautiful and wearable piece of early Victorian sentiment, it combines superb craftsmanship with the enduring intimacy of personal memento.

DETAILS 

ERA: Early Victorian 

MEASUREMENTS :

DIMENSIONS: 40 x 22mm approximately 

WEIGHT: 11.3 grams approximately

MATERIAL/HALLMARK: unhallmarked minimum 9 carat gold

Condition: Overall in good antique condition with a fine patina to the gold, There is some enamel loose to the curlicue boarder as well as some nibbles to the garnets.

Please note the antique box is for display only



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