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Antique double-photo-holder brooch, gold-tone metal with filigree, Europe, 1910–1920

Antique double-photo-holder brooch, gold-tone metal with filigree, Europe, 1910–1920

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Antique double locket brooch in gold-tone metal, made in Europe between 1910 and 1920, approximately dated. It features two circular spaces intended for small photographs, framed by openwork scrollwork, spirals, and ornamental motifs. Its symmetrical design, with delicate filigree details and a long pin on the back with a hook clasp, reflects the aesthetic of early 20th-century sentimental jewelry.

This type of double locket allowed two portraits of loved ones to be worn together, making it a family or sentimental keepsake. They were designed to hold small images directly on their metal bases, usually attached and protected with a lacquered or varnished finish, a practice used in photographic jewelry of the period. These brooches were popular during the first decades of the 20th century, when miniature photography was incorporated into numerous personal accessories.

  • Style: Late Victorian / Sentimental Jewelry
  • Decoration/Motif: Two circular frames, openwork ornamental filigree, scrolls, and geometric motifs
  • Period/Date: 1910–1920
  • Origin: Europe
  • Tested: Not applicable
  • Materials: Gold-tone metal
  • Hallmarks/Maker's Marks: None found in visible areas
  • Dimensions: 3.3 × 2.1 cm
  • Weight: 5.43 g

These items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections due to their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We provide an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, please contact us before purchasing.

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What you are buying (important)

We sell antique and vintage items, not new or freshly manufactured products. Due to their age and previous use, they may show signs of wear, marks, scratches, small losses, or variations typical of the passage of time. These characteristics are common in pieces with history and are part of their condition.

We recommend that you review the photographs carefully, as they show the actual condition of the piece. If you need to confirm any details before purchasing, please write to us.

Photos and color

The photographs are taken with artificial light, so the color may vary slightly depending on your screen and lighting. If color is a deciding factor for you, we can send you additional photographs taken in natural light to get as close as possible to the true tone.

Patina and cleaning

Many pieces have a patina as a natural consequence of the passage of time. We do not remove it, as it may have taken decades to form and, in many cases, contributes to the character and appearance of the piece.

If you decide to clean or polish a piece, do so with caution and keeping the material in mind. Improper cleaning can alter its surface, patina, appearance, and in some cases, its value. If you need guidance on cleaning a specific material, contact us and we will help you.

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