This pretty locket dates from c.1900 and represents the garland style so typical of Edwardian era jewels.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The locket itself is excellent. However, there is a repair to the enamel photograph of the gentleman.
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The Details...
This locket is constructed from silver. It is stamped on the reverse with '925'. It also features a makers mark. However, this is difficult to decipher, as it has become worn over time. The locket is oval in shape and detailed at the top with a bow motif. This bow and the border of the locket is detailed with small, round colourless paste stones. The locket features two original photographs - an enamel portrait of a gentleman in uniform and a paper picture of a woman. The locket measures 4.75cm x 3.25cm.
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A Short History...
This locket is a lovely example of garland style jewellery from the Edwardian era. Designs were typified by ribbons, laurel wreaths, bows, knots and tassels creating soft, dripping lines in jewels that had previously been quite structured. The garland style borrowed motifs from 18th century jewellery design and injected them with greater fluidity of line.
Wear it With...
Add this locket to your favourite chain and add other charms to compliment it too.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This beautiful example of a 1920s tasseled flapper necklace is in wonderful condition.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful pendant was created in Italy in the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful pendant was probably created in Austria in c.1900.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This exceptionally rare and shimmering necklace was created in the 1930s. It was most likely made in France.
Condition Report:
Good - There is some loss of coating to some of the faux pearls. In some places, this has resulted in a darkening to the surface of the pearls. This does not detract from the rarity and wearability of the piece, especially as the darkening makes the pearls look like grey or black pearls rather than obviously flawed.
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This lovely and wearable example of a glass bead Art Deco necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty and symbolic locket dates from the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Good - Quite a bit of rubbing to the gold plated surface. This is consistent with age and use. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant necklace, featuring pretty pink glass, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This dramatic, statement necklace was created by Jean Paul Gaultier in the 1990s. His work is increasingly sought after by collectors of important fashion.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Beautiful, sentimental and versatile, this necklace was created in the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features a pretty and ornate floral design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of stones have darkened slightly due to age. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This lovely necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace was made in 1979 by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace was made in the 1990s in France by the Inès de La Fressange brand.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wearable and delicate necklace by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful multi-faceted black glass locket is entirely original.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There is a tiny chip to the edge of one cabochon. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of th piece.
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This pretty locket dates from c.1900 and represents the garland style so typical of Edwardian era jewels.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The locket itself is excellent. However, there is a repair to the enamel photograph of the gentleman.
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