Victorian Futuristic Silver Locket operculum The pieces are highly collectable

The pieces are highly collectable

it remains in near-perfect condition with just a hint of a patina

opening up at one side (indicating that the original purpose of the pieces was as a bracelet or necklace clasp)

and was much used in funerary art - representing the cycle of death and rebirth

Victorian Futuristic Silver Locket operculum The pieces are highly collectableDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 Striking Victorian silver locket with a distinctly futuristic design. With engraved grape bunches and fern like motifs with applied rope work and angular abstract shapes in high relief. Complete with original bail and inner fittings. MEASUREMENTS 6. 5 x 3. 9cm (including bail) WEIGHT 21. 5g MARKS No marks present, tests as sterling silver CONDITION Very good, light wear commensurate with age