Hallmarked 9 ct Gold Antique Locket With 18 Inch Necklace

A stunning fully hallmarked antique gold locket pendant which is suspended from a stylish 18 inch 9 carat gold necklace. This solid gold locket pendant was assayed* (tested for gold purity*) at Chester Assay Office in 1919. The anterior surface is decorated with a shield cartouche which is framed by forget-me-not flowers, acanthus and ivy leaves. The posterior surface is also ornamented with forget-me-not flowers, acanthus and ivy leaves. The shield symbolises the desire to protect. Forget-me-not flowers symbolise deep love and respect. Acanthus leaves represent the desire for longevity / immortality. The original 9 carat gold frames and clear portrait protectors are present. The hinge and catch work perfectly. This antique pendant is ideal to hold two photographs, portraits or locks of hair. Superb condition! More superb fully hallmarked antique gold lockets. Era: George V (1919). Measurements: Locket Height 2 cm (Total Height Including Bale 2.6 cm.) Width 2 cm. Weight 3.7 grams. Necklace Length 18 Inches. Total Weight 4.9 grams. Materials: Locket 9 Carat Gold. Necklace 9 Carat Gold. Hallmarks: Locket Fully Hallmarked Chester Assayed 9 Carat Gold. Necklace stamped .375 Denoting 9 Carat Gold. Condition: Excellent.