Georgian Regency Acrostic REGARD Heart Locket white sapphire supposedly

supposedly

modelled in 15k gold with silver settings

It dates from the late Victorian era

To the reverse is a heart-shaped glass locket compartment

Georgian Regency Acrostic REGARD Heart Locket white sapphire supposedlyDATE: Regency Period, c. 1815 A gorgeous Regency Period Heart locket; the first letter of each stone spells out a secret acrostic message: REGARD. The goldwork to the front is exceptional, with applied oak leaf details to the centre, and intricate scrolls and granulation around the border. To the reverse is a heart shaped glass locket compartment. Modelled in 15k gold throughout. STONES Natural Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, and Diamond MEASUREMENTS