Victorian Sentimental Swivel Locket
A rare Victorian swivel locket, heavy with meaning and memory.
One side holds a delicate arrangement of hairwork beneath glass, formed in sweeping plumes that resemble feathers or ferns. The reverse side is fitted with woven hair, simple and intimate, likely crafted as a token of love or remembrance. The locket is set in a gilt frame with twisted detailing, designed to pivot so both sides could be revealed to the wearer or admired in turn.
Pieces like this were often exchanged during weddings or significant life events, carrying not only the likeness or touch of a loved one but also the promise of devotion sealed into jewellery.
Details:
Era: Victorian, c. 1860s–1880s
Materials: Gilt metal, glass, hairwork
Features: Double-sided swivel locket with hairwork panels
Condition: Very good antique condition with light age wear
Chain not included
A jewel of sentiment and memory, a reminder of love preserved in its most personal form.
A rare Victorian swivel locket, heavy with meaning and memory.
One side holds a delicate arrangement of hairwork beneath glass, formed in sweeping plumes that resemble feathers or ferns. The reverse side is fitted with woven hair, simple and intimate, likely crafted as a token of love or remembrance. The locket is set in a gilt frame with twisted detailing, designed to pivot so both sides could be revealed to the wearer or admired in turn.
Pieces like this were often exchanged during weddings or significant life events, carrying not only the likeness or touch of a loved one but also the promise of devotion sealed into jewellery.
Details:
Era: Victorian, c. 1860s–1880s
Materials: Gilt metal, glass, hairwork
Features: Double-sided swivel locket with hairwork panels
Condition: Very good antique condition with light age wear
Chain not included
A jewel of sentiment and memory, a reminder of love preserved in its most personal form.
A rare Victorian swivel locket, heavy with meaning and memory.
One side holds a delicate arrangement of hairwork beneath glass, formed in sweeping plumes that resemble feathers or ferns. The reverse side is fitted with woven hair, simple and intimate, likely crafted as a token of love or remembrance. The locket is set in a gilt frame with twisted detailing, designed to pivot so both sides could be revealed to the wearer or admired in turn.
Pieces like this were often exchanged during weddings or significant life events, carrying not only the likeness or touch of a loved one but also the promise of devotion sealed into jewellery.
Details:
Era: Victorian, c. 1860s–1880s
Materials: Gilt metal, glass, hairwork
Features: Double-sided swivel locket with hairwork panels
Condition: Very good antique condition with light age wear
Chain not included
A jewel of sentiment and memory, a reminder of love preserved in its most personal form.