This pretty locket dates from c.1900 and represents the garland style so typical of Edwardian era jewels.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This locket is constructed from silver. It is stamped on the bail with '935'. Although it does not feature a makers mark, this piece is highly likely to have been made by one of the important German Art Nouveau jewellery companies 'Meyle and Mayer' or 'Martin Mayer'. Both makers used pale blue enamelling and hand painted roses in their work similar to those found in this locket. This locket is detailed with pale blue guilloché enamel on both sides and is detailed with hand-painted garlands of roses on the front. There's also a purple bow and gilded dot accents too. The locket opens to reveal two compartments for photographs or keepsakes. It fastens securely. The diameter of the locket is 3cm. This locket comes with what is possibly its original box. It is stamped with Marshall and Snelgrove, Southport - this was a department store operating during the time the locket was made.
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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.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Good - Some loss of coating and scratching to the silver beads nearest to the clasp. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Very Good - A slight kink in the chain and a tiny bend at the base of one of the charms. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent
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Condition Report:
Excellent - The safety chain is a later replacement. But is still constructed from silver and in keeping with the 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
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