Description
No Reserve | Antique Micromosaic and Gold Pendant/Enhancer Locket, circa 1870
The stylised 'Fleury' cross and floral design set with polychrome tesserae, two amphora pendants and delicate wirework, the reverse inscribed 'ROMA', opening to reveal a glazed compartment
• Length 2 1/8 inches (55 mm)
• In 18k gold
• Weight 17.4 grams
Condition
In good overall condition, with minor repair, some denting and loss to some tesserae under magnification, and a solder repair on the left amphora. Hinged, potentially suitable to wear on a pearl or bead necklace.
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