You're admiring a 17th-century rendition of the heart shape, resembling more closely the anatomical human heart than the modern heart emoji we're familiar with today. The indentation at the top, now synonymous with the heart symbol, only emerged during the Victorian era. Set with flat-cut garnets, this locket carries a poignant message from its time: the floral crown adorning its peak says "you're the ruler of my heart".
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- Materials
10k gold (tests), flat cut garnets, glass lens, new 14k gold chain
- Age
c. 1800
- Condition
Very good
- Size
1" x 5/8", 18" chain
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Aboutthe
GeorgianEra
1714 — 1837
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Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.