Antique heart-shaped locket, crafted from embossed silver and decorated with a delicate floral motif of bellflowers and stylized leaves, in the Art Nouveau style. The floral relief covers both sides of the pendant, which opens on a hinge to hold two portraits or keepsakes. Circa 1910.
Signed “Huguenin Dep.” at the bottom, it corresponds to the prestigious Swiss firm Huguenin Frères, recognized for its quality work in medals, coins and decorative silver objects in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
In 1868, Fritz-Aimé Huguenin-Dezot (1845-1915), an engraver and designer, and his brother Zélim-Albert (1849-1928), an engraver and lathe operator, opened a small workshop specializing in the decoration of watch cases. They became famous for their silver watch cases and also began producing commemorative medals and jewelry. A romantic and symbolic piece, perfect as a sentimental jewel, antique locket, or vintage gift with a story.
It retains the original frames and a plastic protector inside. **Characteristics: - Approximate dimensions: 3.3 cm long, not including the ring, and 2.8 cm wide at the widest point. - Weight: 5.87 g. **Composition: - Main material: Silver. - Contrast: Signature visible. - Acid test: Completed. - Other materials: Plastics inside, these are the original ones that came with the piece, they are yellowed from age, the buyer can always choose whether to replace them or keep them.
**Additional Details: These items are not new; they show signs of use and may have scratches and tarnish due to age. Please examine the photos; they are the best description. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Attention to detail!
