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French Late 19th Century Gem-Set Fly Locket
$12,053.35
£8,750
€10,309.76
CA$16,648.49
A$17,830.53
CHF 9,585.57
MX$216,562.25
NOK 121,118.37
SEK 110,892.88
DKK 77,032.76
About the Item
A French late 19th century gem-set fly locket, the thorax an old cushion-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, the eyes and wings set with rose-cut diamonds, the abdomen set with a cushion-set ruby estimated to weigh 0.3 carats and a pear-shaped emerald estimated to weigh 0.15 carats, on realistically carved gold legs, all set to a rock crystal frame mounted in gold, bearing French gold marks for 18ct gold and makers mark L.H. circa 1890, measuring approximately 4 x 2cm, gross weight 16.4 grams.
This antique locket is in excellent condition for its age.
This charming locket pendant comes from the collection of Bentley
Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III. Nineteenth century jewellery often featured insect motifs, and this piece is a lovely example of this trend. This special piece would be unique and eye-catching when worn as a pendant and would add Victorian whimsy to even an everyday outfit.
Should you choose to make this purchase we would be delighted to send it to you in a Bentley
Skinner handmade leather case packed in a gift-wrapped Bentley
Skinner black and gold presentation box. Shortly afterwards we will send you on a valuation for insurance purposes for your reference and safekeeping.
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1890
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 22995M1stDibs: LU57611172732
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