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Sterling silver hand antique engraved locket made in 1879
Today it is common to mass produce lockets including having the "engraved" design simply being pressed or stamped out, or if it is engraved, this is done by a drill, however nothing beats the quality as well as the tactile feel to the touch of an antique locket that has been exquisitely hand engraved such as this beautiful sterling silver hand antique engraved locket made in 1879. It is incredible to think that this locket was made over 140 years ago and not only looks incredible on both sides, but is still in wonderful condition. The amount of hours and skill obtained to hand engrave this locket would have been immense and is a true testament to the quality of craftsmanship to the person who achieved this. Wearing this around your neck, it will be difficult to decide which way to wear forward as both sides are just as beautiful as one another. Not only are both sides engraved, but the bail for the chain to go through has also been engraved showing how much care and attention to detail went into making this all those years ago. Measuring 50.6mm or 66mm to the top of the bail by 39.7mm across, inside it will easily hold two photos making this so much more personal that just a pendant and is a piece of jewellery that looks as beautiful today as when it was made. Stock# ES9021 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1879 $1,450
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Art Deco double sided photo locket made in rose gold
Here is a very beautiful and elegant Art Deco double sided photo locket made in 9 carat rose gold in the 1920’s that has such a simple yet elegant geometric design on the front that adds so much charm and character to it. Able to hold two photos inside, the locket measures 25.8mm in diameter and was made in solid gold as opposed to being a back and front locket which is a sheet of gold laid and pressed over a base metal. This locket is still in wonderful condition and will always be loved and admired every time that it is worn. Stock# ES8708 Circa: 1920 $825
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Antique 9 carat rose gold round locket made in 1914
Perfect for any woman of any age, this antique 9 carat rose gold round locket made in 1914 has the style starting to show of the upcoming post war Art Deco period of the 1920's coming through with its vertical lines incorporating its design as well as the simple elegance of the earlier Edwardian period. Measuring 24.7mm in diameter and able to hold two photos inside, this is a very elegant example of a genuine antique locket that will always look so stylish regardless of where or when it is worn. Over 100 years old, this is a design that looks as modern and contemporary today as when it was first made all those years ago. Stock# ES8454 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1914 $725
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Diamond and pearl double sided antique pendant with hand painted portraits on ivory
Here is a truly exquisite diamond and pearl double sided antique pendant with hand painted portraits on ivory that gets more and more beautiful the closer you look at it, and is a real testament to what the jewellers of the Victorian era could produce. So beautifully hand made in 15 carat rose gold and silver where the diamonds are set, silver was used to set the diamonds into during this time until the early 1900’s as until then white gold was not yet invented and platinum, although already discovered, was not used in jewellery until around the same time as white gold. Not only are there rose cut diamonds set on the top in what can only be described as the most gorgeous setting, as well as more rose cut diamonds at the very bottom, but looking close at the portrait of the young lady, there are ten more rose cut diamonds including the ones is a very sweet heart design. In total there are sixty five rose cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.78 carats, as well as seventeen natural pearls to compliment the beauty of this piece. Then when you look into the eyes of both the young lady and the baby, this also exemplifies the quality of the pendant as these have been hand painted to the highest standard complimenting the piece even further. And on the back of each portrait are the names "Ellen Lorna Fielden, when 18" and "Cecil M. Fielden, 1 year old". After extensive research we have found that not only were they brother and sister, but they were actually twins, both being born on the 30th September, 1854 in Yorkshire. With Ellen being 18 years old when painted, this would put the piece at being made around 1872 which is exactly in the style and era of this pendant. All of this makes this pendant so much more special and magical and a real way to hold a peace of history in your hand. Measuring 36.5mm across by 65mm or 75mm to the very top of the bail, this is by far one of the most outstanding antique pendants that you will lever come across, and an absolute treasure to admire from near or far. Stock# ES8367 Circa: 1872 $6,850
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Antique cameo brooch locket from the Victorian era
This is such an elegant antique cameo brooch locket from the Victorian era that dates from the 1870's and has such a regal look and feel to it. Made in 15 carat gold and measuring 4.1cm across by 7cm from the very top to the bottom of the foxtail link tassel, the brooch has a very elegant sway and flow to it when worn thanks to the charming tassel. The cameo has been expertly hand carved and displays so much detail and would have been carved by a true master who knew how to exemplify fine quality that is combined with the stunning mount that it has been placed into. Not only a brooch, the reverse side has a locket compartment making this so much more unique and personal once a photo is placed inside. This is a lovely antique cameo brooch that also has a matching pair of earrings which can be viewed in another window here: https://kalmarantiques.com.au/product/antique-cameo-drop-earrings-from-the-victorian-era/ Stock# U027 Circa: 1870 $2,800
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Antique garnet and diamond locket pendant dating from the 1870’s
So elegant and typical of jewellery from the mid-Victorian era comes this antique garnet and diamond locket pendant dating from the 1870's that will always be admired from near or far. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and silver, the reason that silver was used to set the diamonds into was that it was known that the yellow from the gold could artificially tint the diamonds yellow and as white gold was not yet invented and platinum was not used in jewellery until about the same time as white gold in the early 1900's, silver was used. The pendant is set with three oval cabochon cut garnets that have such a wonderful intense burgundy red colour to them and are highlighted by twelve rose cut diamonds. Measuring 24.4mm across by 29.9mm, turning the pendant over reveals a locket compartment to put the photo of a loved one to then make this so much more personal and special. Perfect for any occasion, this is a stunning example of mid-Victorian jewellery at its finest. Stock# ES8196 Circa: 1870 $5,900
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Exquisite hand engraved Victorian era antique rose gold locket
Here is an exquisite hand engraved Victorian era antique rose gold locket that exemplifies why hand engraving is so much better than machine engraving and also why there is nothing quite like an antique locket worn around your neck. Made in 9ct rose gold, this one dates from the late 1800's and measures 31.7mm by 39.8mm or 52.1mm to the top of the bail and will make a real statement when worn around the neck. It will not matter which side is displayed as both sides have been expertly hand engraved with the most incredible design. The amount of hours needed to hand engrave this locket would have been immense and is a true testament to the quality of craftsmanship that was created all those years ago. Inside two photos can easily be placed on each side, and the bail at the top is nice and large to accommodate a variety of necklaces and day or night, this locket will always stand out. With incredible engraving, this antique locket is just spectacular. Stock# ES7800 Circa: 1890 $1,750
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18ct enamelled locket
This lovely antique locket, dating from the 1900's has the most wonderful buckle design in blue enamel. Made in 18ct yellow gold it will hold two photos making it not only special to admire from the outside, but so personal on the inside. Measuring 2.4cm wide by 2.9cm the enamel border continues even on the reverse side. The buckle design combined with the blue enamel all go to make this so elegant and with your own photos will make it even more personal and special. Stock # ES4820 Circa: 1900 Price: $1,425
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