Antique Victorian vulcanite locket, circa 1880-1900, with floral relief and interior compartment for a portrait or keepsake. A representative piece of 19th-century European mourning jewelry.
This oval locket retains the sober and elegant aesthetic characteristic of Victorian mourning jewelry. Made of vulcanite, a material widely used in the second half of the 19th century, it features a delicate floral relief motif and an interior with glass and decorative engraving. During the Victorian era, such pieces were used to hold portraits, locks of hair, or personal keepsakes, becoming objects of great sentimental value and family memory.
Era / style: Victorian mourning jewelry
Origin: Europe
Circa: 1880-1900
Materials: vulcanite
Hallmarks or Punches: —
Acid test: Performed
Measurements: 3 cm x 2.7 cm x 2 cm
Weight: 8.06 g
Condition: These items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections typical of their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We offer an accurate description, if you need to confirm a detail, please write to us before purchasing.
