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Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace
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Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace

19th century
Sold 5 May 2025 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

A fantastic super-sized antique silver locket and chain. The front is engraved with a Japanese-inspired pattern of a crane and blossoms typical of the Victorian Aesthetic period; following the establishment of trade between the West and Japan in the mid-19th century, Japanese culture and design had a heavy influence on British decorative artists and designers in the second half of that century into the Edwardian period. Motifs such as flowers, birds and fans became very popular.

SIZE: The locket measures approximately 4.3 x 5.5cm not including the bail, 7.3cm total drop. The chain is just under 22 inches (55cm) long and 5mm wide.

WEIGHT: 67.0g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The locket is stamped JR&S with sterling silver hallmark for Birmingham 1881. The chain is stamped JR with a 1905 hallmark on the clasp.

CONDITION: Very good antique condition, with normal surface wear for its age. No dents, slight scuffing to the back of the locket. The hinge, clasps and clips are in excellent working order. The inside contains two acetates behind frames so you can easily instal your own photos or pictures.

ERA: Locket 1881 (Victorian), chain 1905 (Edwardian); possibly from the same maker.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
4.3cm (1.69")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Antique Silver Locket Necklace to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123224
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Description
A fantastic super-sized antique silver locket and chain. The front is engraved with a Japanese-inspired pattern of a crane and blossoms typical of the Victorian Aesthetic period; following the establishment of trade between the West and Japan in the mid-19th century, Japanese culture and design had a heavy influence on British decorative artists and designers in the second half of that century into the Edwardian period. Motifs such as flowers, birds and fans became very popular.
fig 1. An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain.
fig 1. Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace

SIZE: The locket measures approximately 4.3 x 5.5cm not including the bail, 7.3cm total drop. The chain is just under 22 inches (55cm) long and 5mm wide.

WEIGHT: 67.0g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The locket is stamped JR&S with sterling silver hallmark for Birmingham 1881. The chain is stamped JR with a 1905 hallmark on the clasp.

fig 2. An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain.
fig 2. Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace

CONDITION: Very good antique condition, with normal surface wear for its age. No dents, slight scuffing to the back of the locket. The hinge, clasps and clips are in excellent working order. The inside contains two acetates behind frames so you can easily instal your own photos or pictures.

ERA: Locket 1881 (Victorian), chain 1905 (Edwardian); possibly from the same maker.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
4.3cm (1.69")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Antique Silver Locket Necklace to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123224
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Archive I An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace

Archive II An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain. View II
Archive III An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain. View III
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Archive VI An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain. View VI
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Verified Since Mar 2020
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An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain.
Huge Antique Silver Crane and Blossom Locket Book Chain Necklace
Ref: SA1123224
An oval sterling silver locket featuring hand-engraved crane and blossom motifs, suspended from an intricate interlocking book chain.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectNecklaces
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHand-engraved crane, Blossom flowers, Interlocking book chain links, Swivel clasp
  • SizeH 7.5 cm (3 in) x W 4.3 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Victorian lockets gained immense popularity during the 19th century, often serving as sentimental pieces to hold miniature portraits, locks of hair, or dried flowers as tokens of remembrance.

Antique book chain necklaces are typically constructed from hollow or solid interlocking links made of sterling silver, often featuring detailed hand-engraved motifs and secure swivel clasps.

Authentic pieces often display period-appropriate hallmarks, hand-chased or engraved details, patination indicative of age, and traditional construction techniques such as integrated hinge pins and bezel settings.

An antique silver locket can be layered with modern minimalist chains for a contemporary eclectic look, or displayed on a decorative stand within a jewellery tray as a focal accessory.

Antique silver should be stored in a dry, tarnish-resistant environment, cleaned gently with a soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemical dips, and kept away from moisture and cosmetics.
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