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Victorian Large Locket Silver Chain Necklace
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Victorian Large Locket Silver Chain Necklace

19th century
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A beautiful antique locket suspended from an extra-long silver belcher chain. The locket is engraved to the front with gorgeously detailed patterns of ferns and ivy - to the Victorians, ivy represented enduring love, whether that meant a deep friendship or a romance. Victorian England went crazy for ferns in the latter half of the 19th century; it even spawned a new word: pteridomania, and woodland fern expeditions were organised so fashionable hobbyists and amateur botanists could find interesting specimens to add to their collections. In the language of flowers ferns symbolised sincerity and humility.

The chain can be worn doubled or tripled and the locket and chain can be worn separately so you get multiple looks for the price of one!

SIZE: The chain is approximately 54 inches (137cm) long. The locket measures 4.5 x 2.8cm (not including the bail).

WEIGHT: 31.6g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The locket is stamped SILVER on the bail.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition.

ERA: Victorian (c.1880s).

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
2.8cm (1.10")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1181918
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A beautiful antique locket suspended from an extra-long silver belcher chain.
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The locket is engraved to the front with gorgeously detailed patterns of ferns and ivy - to the Victorians, ivy represented enduring love, whether that meant a deep friendship or a romance.
Corvidae Antique

Victorian England went crazy for ferns in the latter half of the 19th century; it even spawned a new word: pteridomania, and woodland fern expeditions were organised so fashionable hobbyists and amateur botanists could find interesting specimens to add to their collections. In the language of flowers ferns symbolised sincerity and humility.

fig 1. A large Victorian oval sterling silver locket with intricate foliate engraving, attached to a heavy belcher chain.
fig 1. Victorian Large Locket Silver Chain Necklace

The chain can be worn doubled or tripled and the locket and chain can be worn separately so you get multiple looks for the price of one!

SIZE: The chain is approximately 54 inches (137cm) long. The locket measures 4.5 x 2.8cm (not including the bail).

WEIGHT: 31.6g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The locket is stamped SILVER on the bail.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition.

ERA: Victorian (c.1880s).

Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
2.8cm (1.10")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1181918
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A large Victorian oval sterling silver locket with intricate foliate engraving, attached to a heavy belcher chain.
Victorian Large Locket Silver Chain Necklace
Ref: SA1181918
A large Victorian oval sterling silver locket with intricate foliate engraving, attached to a heavy belcher chain.
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During the Victorian era, silver lockets gained prominence as sentimental keepsakes, frequently decorated with hand-engraved foliage, floral motifs, or intricate geometric patterns.

These lockets were typically crafted from sterling silver or silver plate, featuring hand-carved engraved detailing, durable hinges, and paired with woven belcher or rolo chains.

Authentic period pieces often feature British hallmarks detailing silver purity, date letters, and maker marks, alongside period-appropriate hand-tooling rather than machine stamping.

A substantial silver locket serves as a focal piece, ideal for layering with simple silver chains or pairing against neutral knitwear for modern everyday wear.

Clean gently with a soft microfibre cloth designed for silver polish, avoiding liquid submersion to protect internal photo compartments and preserve natural oxidisation in the engraving.
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