This extraordinary French locket from the early to mid-1800s still has its original glass and is in perfect working order.
 
Featuring a carved Forget-Me-Not flower on one side and a cross on the other, the two interior compartments would have been used to hold treasured mementos or photos. Black jewelry dates back centuries but was at its height of popularity during the Georgian and Victorian eras.  Today its history, simplicity of form, and elegant black color have made these jewels some of the most highly sought after. A lovely combination of sophistication and sentimentality. 
Sold with a removable organza ribbon necklace. 
 
MATERIALS: 
Ebonite, Blackened Metal (probably bronze), Glass 
 
AGE:  
VICTORIAN (1800s) 
 
CONDITION:  
Very good – surface wear commensurate with age and use 
 
SIZE:  
H 3.5 cm (without bail) x W 3 cm 
 
WEIGHT: 
11.34 g 
 
Please read descriptions and inspect photos carefully, paying careful attention to size and weight. Due to the age of antique and vintage jewelry, minor abrasions and wear of finishes is normal and appreciated. All items have been tested to be in working/usable condition, unless otherwise stated. Jewelry pieces are carefully wrapped and shipped in an elegant black box. Antique boxes in photos are for illustrative purposes only.