445.00
Antique Victorian Silver Locket with Bird
A large antique silver oval locket with a raised central panel engraved with a bird in a leafy bower.
This is, in turn, surrounded by a highly decorative border.
The back of the locket is plain and stamped with the maker's mark of J & F.S.
It is also Hallmarked for Birmingham 1882.
The gold washed interior still contains the original fitted picture frame.
The bale of the locket is also date stamped for 1882,
A charming piece in good condition, commensurate with age.
The locket closes securely and the hinges are sound.
Metal: Main body Sterling silver hallmarked for Birmingham 1882.I
The Interior is gilded with a gold wash.
Dimensions : 4.2cm x 3.5cm
Height including bale : 5.25 cm
Total weight : 11.5 gm
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