Georgian Enamelled Miniature Purse Locket Charm

$1,700.00

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Georgian Enamelled Miniature Purse Locket Charm

$1,700.00

Description

DATE: Georgian, c.1750

A fantastic miniature Georgian charm in the shape of a purse. It's crafted in 18k gold and opens to reveal a small locket compartment. Both the front and the back are finished in fine enamel work, with a portrait on one side and flowers on the other. When viewed through a loupe the details are so fine. Beautifully crafted in France, circa 1750.

Antique jewellery often includes floral motifs, as part of their "Language of Flowers", whereby each flower or plant represented some romantic or emotional sentiment... In this case, pansy for thoughts and roses (rosemary rose) for remembrance.

MEASUREMENTS

14.3 x 10.4mm

WEIGHT

1.8g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as 18k gold

CONDITION

Very good, enamel is in great condition