This rare and pristine locket is a charming example of Victorian jewellery.

The front raised central panel is engraved with a scene similar to those from the illustrations of children’s author Kate Greenaway and depicts a young girl timidly descending a staircase.

Surrounding this panel are recessed decoration comprised of rope twist wire work, ball tipped triangular motifs and a scalloped edge.

The back of the locket is plain apart from the hallmark for Birmingham 1881.

This is a substantial piece of jewellery. With the depth of the locket measuring 8mm.

The interior is fitted with 2 perspex covered picture spaces with their original frames.

All fittings are sound, the hinge is in good mechanical order and the locket closes securely.

In excellent antique condition. 

Metal: Hallmarked silver for  Birmingham 1881.

Total height including bail: 7cm .Main body without including bail: 4.5 cm x 3 cm

Total weight : 20.4 gm 

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