Antique Gold Filled Photo Locket, French Victorian Photo Locket unique_gift Foil backing was a common

Foil backing was a common technique in the Georgian period up through the mid-Victorian period but fell out of fashion as the practice was very time and labor intensive

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The settings in these times were made around the gemstones and this pendant shows collets which hold the stones in place

The spring ring holds very securely but is difficult to open

Dripping with luxury and elegance

Antique Gold Filled Photo Locket, French Victorian Photo Locket unique_gift Foil backing was a commonThis antique Victorian pendant locket, also known as a casolette in French, shines beautifully in the light. In person the color is a mix between deep copper and rose gold and the pendant has been hallmarked on the bail for thick and high quality gold fill. The details on the piece are amazing, with a silver leaf applique on the front and a heavily engraved reverse hatch which can be used to store a special memory or photo. There is gold loss to the