Antique 18K Gold Snake Heart turquoise Locket Pendant
A truly enchanting piece of sentimental jewelry, this late Georgian (1820s/30s) to early Victorian era heart-shaped locket is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold (French owl hallmark for 18K gold on the snake). Atop the heart rests a finely modeled little snake — an enduring emblem of eternity and renewal.
The front and back of the heart are beautifully hand-engraved with delicate forget-me-not flowers and swirling scroll motifs, symbolizing remembrance and everlasting affection. The masterful chiseling creates a rich texture and depth, transforming the gold surface into a miniature work of art.
At the center of the locket glows a vivid blue turquoise, also shaped as a heart. The cool, serene tone of the turquoise contrasts elegantly with the warm radiance of the yellow gold, drawing the eye and heightening the emotional resonance of the piece.
The locket opens to reveal a compartment with a glass window, where a small memento — a photograph, a lock of hair, or a written note — can be cherished and kept close to the heart. With its rich symbolism of eternal love, remembrance, and protection, this pendant is a deeply meaningful treasure.
Well-referenced in respected books such as Understanding Jewellery, (but oftentimes as padlock) this sweet locket is a romantic and wearable testament to 18th/19th-century sentimentality. A perfect keepsake for any antique jewelry lover or collector of meaningful heirlooms.
Measurements and condition
In overall good antique condition with traces of use and oxidation.
French owl hallmark on the body of the snake.
Length: 2.75cm
Width: 2cm
Weight: 7.85g
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