18th Century "Au Plus Fidelle" Rock Crystal Heart Locket

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18th Century "Au Plus Fidelle" Rock Crystal Heart Locket

$2,950.00

Description

DATE: Georgian, c.1770

A gorgeous antique faceted rock crystal heart locket, set with an almandine garnet and white enamelling to the stylised ribbon top. Already a beautiful piece, it features French lettering on the ribbon "Au Plus Fidelle" , which translates to "To The Most Faithful". This was definitely made to give to someone as a token of love...Its hinged at the bottom, and opens to reveal a locket compartment - crafted in buttery high carat gold. It dates from the Georgian period, circa 1770 and makes a super lovely addition to your collection.

STONES

Faceted Rock Crystal

MEASUREMENTS

2.9 x 2.2cm

WEIGHT

MARKS

No marks present, tests as 15k gold

CONDITION

Good antique condition, some loss to the enamel