Vintage Gold Tone Filigree Oval Locket Necklace

Description
Fine filigree radiates from a single amber rhinestone like rays from a small sun, wrapping both faces of a large oval locket. A 1960s–1970s piece in the Victorian Revival style, when ornate keepsake lockets returned on long chains. It opens to two framed windows, each ready to hold a photograph or a small memento. The warm, aged gold tone gives it a quiet presence for everyday wear.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, rhinestone

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Victorian Revival oval locket with pierced sunburst filigree on both sides, hung from a double link rope chain
• Stone or material notes: Single amber-colored rhinestone at center front
• Function: Hinged double photo locket; spring ring clasp
• Color: Antiqued gold, amber
• Condition: Good vintage condition, with dark spotting on the reverse filigree, aged patina to the interior frames, and gold-tone wear on the clasp

Measurement: 23" chain, 1.5" locket

Collected by Mineral and Matter