{"product_id":"victorian-gold-garnet-locket-necklace-c-1880","title":"Victorian Garnet Locket Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA rare and exquisitely preserved Victorian locket necklace, crafted in 21K gold and housed in its original fitted leather case.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDating to around 1880, this piece was made by \u003cem\u003eJohn Hall \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/em\u003e of Manchester, a firm known for its high-quality goldsmithing in the late 19th century. The design consists of five oval-shaped gold lockets suspended from a finely articulated chain. Each locket is mounted with a central garnet of deep purplish-red hue, framed with applied gold ropework detailing. The reverse of each locket reveals an oval glass compartment—perfectly suited for photographs or keepsakes such as locks of hair.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe necklace is finished with a traditional barrel clasp, a typical closure found in fine late Victorian jewellery. The clasp functions securely, and the necklace has been tested as solid 21K gold throughout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis piece retains a lovely antique patina, enhancing the rich buttery yellow glow of the gold, and all lockets remain in excellent condition with their original glass fittings intact. The necklace has a satisfying weight and drapes beautifully at the collar.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: c. 1880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: John Hall \u0026amp; Co, Manchester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Solid 21K gold, garnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnets: 7 x 5 mm (each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest locket: 18 x 14 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain length: 40 cm (15.75 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 14.48 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClasp: Original barrel clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox: Presented in its original fitted leather and silk case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA superb example of high-Victorian sentimentality and craftsmanship—both wearable and collectable.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48620073845044,"sku":"1017810076","price":4768.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4857_1998161.jpg?v=1749637220","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/it-it\/products\/victorian-gold-garnet-locket-necklace-c-1880","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}