Mineral and Matter Heirloom Sweetheart LA Mode Heart Locket Goldfill
This vintage piece is a beautiful La Mode Scalloped Heart Locket. La Mode lockets were manufactured in Massachussets by Ripley & Gowan between 1915 and 1934, who used "La Mode" to trademark their jewelry. They are known for their Art Nouveau florals, swirling patterns, and unique elements often found on heart or oval shaped lockets. This piece features a etching of a flower and stunning leaves that surround a heart at it's center. Its scallop edge detailing makes it recognizable as a La Mode piece and adds to its cahrm. Strung on a brass 16" chain this piece is 1/20 12k Goldfill. Measures .9" by 0.75"
Heart shaped lockets have been around since the late 1800's Victorian Era with Prince Albert and Queen Victoria using lockets to remember their loved ones to the Sweetheart Era of the 1940's where soldiers took Prince Albert’s original romantic gesture and cue and cut out heart-shaped photographs of themselves intended to be worn by their paramours until they returned from distant shores. A modern day definition of a relationship of love that is now passed from one romantic generation to the next.
Each locket is one-of-a-kind, and in some cases, over 100 years old. Each has unique wear and tear that adds to the charm and history of the piece.
Collected by Mineral and Matter