Antique Victorian Vulcanite Opening Locket Circa 1870-80’s 9mm diameter or 7 3/4Not

9mm diameter or 7 3/4Not advisable to resizeCONDITIONVery very good vintage condition

STONESCitrineMEASUREMENTS4cm LengthDrop from bolt clasp - 3

this antique 9ct rose gold muff long guard chain

History of Pounamu

5cm including top loop

Antique Victorian Vulcanite Opening Locket Circa 1870-80’s 9mm diameter or 7 3/4NotDating to the late Victorian era this charming locket combines the beauty of nature inspired design with the sentimental with its use of a Lily of the valley motif popular during the Victorian era symbolising a return to happiness. Crafted from Vulcanite patented by Charles Goodyear in 1846 when a substitute for Jet, particularly Whitby Jet, was needed due to rising costs and a demand for mourning jewellery was high. Designed as a large 5. 8cm x 3cm