Edwardian Silver Photo Locket, Antique French Glass Photo Locket c. 1900 antique_engagement with a lever back hinge

with a lever back hinge system

Size (without bail): 2

As the chain was likely cut down from a longer sautoir it no longer retains a hallmark but has been tested for minimum 800 silver purity

Brooches are making a comeback due to their ornate designs and how well they create the finishing touch of a well considered outfit

A beautiful and versatile piece

Edwardian Silver Photo Locket, Antique French Glass Photo Locket c. 1900 antique_engagement with a lever back hingeThis simple Edwardian shaker locket was crafted from 800 silver and beveled glass around the turn of the century. Shaker lockets were deep enough to be filled with gemstones which would 'shake' when the wearer walked, thus earning their name. This shaker locket is deep enough to hold pressed flowers, photos, or gemstones and the glass is in excellent antique condition with only light microscratches, consistent with age. The glass panes look to have