Victorian Gold Filled Locket with Interior Glass Partition, Antique French Mourning Locket Pendant diamond_engagement The niello on this piece

The niello on this piece is in excellent condition with many years left of use and the links have been inspected and are all very strong

we can see why at one time paste was considered by some to be superior even to diamonds

silver colored metal bolt ring

94 gSize(without bail): 1" x

Victorian Gold Filled Locket with Interior Glass Partition, Antique French Mourning Locket Pendant diamond_engagement The niello on this pieceThis sweet mourning locket features a silver cross, imbedded with pearls, on an oval gold fill frame. The interior has a lovely glass partition which can be used to store a photo or special memory. These hinged glass partitions are particular to France and are impressively and cleverly designed. Despite its age, the locket still closes with a satisfying snap. There is light scratching and wear to the back, and a missing pearl on the front, all