A mid 19th century gold snake locket and later chain. The carved turquoise clasped hands, to the textured and foliate embossed heart locket with hinged glazed reverse, suspended from a later fancy-link chain. Length of padlock 4cms. Length of chain 67.6cms. Weight 32.7gms.
Overall condition good. Light surface scratches in keeping with general wear. Hinged surmount is a different colour, possibly a later replacement. Hair panel to reverse. Areas of discolouration to chain. Please see important notices for purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition. For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows. co. uk.