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Victorian 15ct Gold Oval Locket with Enamel & Diamond Butterfly

801G
482 Admirers
Written by Olly Gerrish

A lovely oval 15ct gold locket that was made circa 1880. It is 18ct gold and is beautifully enamelled with a butterfly inset with small diamonds. The butterfly represents the soul. It also has religious meaning: life (caterpillar), death (chrysalis), rebirth or resurrection (butterfly). Inside are two compartments for photographs.

The Essentials

Item Number:
801G
Materials:
Measurements:
Height 1⅛ in / 2.8 cm
Width ⅞ in / 2.3 cm
Era & Origin:
Provenance:
English
Discovered:
9 years ago

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Unmarked, tested to 15ct gold

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