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Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Drop 9ct Yellow Gold Band Ring | Chester 1897
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Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Drop 9ct Yellow Gold Band Ring | Chester 1897

19th century
Description

This antique padlock ring is modelled in 9ct yellow Gold. This unusual ring features a shiny band and a heart padlock drop. The ring comes complete with a full set of hallmarks, dating the ring to Chester, 1897.

Padlocks first became popular during the Victorian period. They were worn by women whose significant others were leaving for an extended period. The padlock was significant because it was locked onto the woman, and only her beloved had the key—he would then open it upon his return.

Mainly popular on bracelets, padlock rings are much more scarce and collectable.

METAL

9ct Yellow Gold

RING SIZE

UK - S 1/2 / US - 9.25

MEASUREMENTS

The band measures 5.26mm wide

The padlock measures 1.2cm x 1.0cm

WEIGHT

3.81 grams

HALLMARKS

Band - L&W, Chester, 9, 375, Date letter O (1897)

CONDITION

This unique heart-shaped padlock ring is in exceptional condition. The band is made of beautiful, bright yellow gold and has been polished all around recently. The vintage heart padlock itself is also in great shape with just a tiny dent at the back. This antique ring would make a perfect gift for a loved one.

Item Number - 11950

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Victorian Gold Padlock Ring to the 1890s.

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SA1241601
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11950
Description
This antique padlock ring is modelled in 9ct yellow Gold. This unusual ring features a shiny band and a heart padlock drop. The ring comes complete with a full set of hallmarks, dating the ring to Chester, 1897.

Padlocks first became popular during the Victorian period. They were worn by women whose significant others were leaving for an extended period.

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The padlock was significant because it was locked onto the woman, and only her beloved had the key—he would then open it upon his return.
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fig 1. A late Victorian 9ct yellow gold band ring featuring a suspended heart-shaped padlock charm with keyhole detail.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Drop 9ct Yellow Gold Band Ring | Chester 1897

Mainly popular on bracelets, padlock rings are much more scarce and collectable.

METAL

9ct Yellow Gold

RING SIZE

UK - S 1/2 / US - 9.25

MEASUREMENTS

The band measures 5.26mm wide

The padlock measures 1.2cm x 1.0cm

fig 2. A late Victorian 9ct yellow gold band ring featuring a suspended heart-shaped padlock charm with keyhole detail.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Drop 9ct Yellow Gold Band Ring | Chester 1897

WEIGHT

3.81 grams

HALLMARKS

Band - L&W, Chester, 9, 375, Date letter O (1897)

CONDITION

This unique heart-shaped padlock ring is in exceptional condition. The band is made of beautiful, bright yellow gold and has been polished all around recently. The vintage heart padlock itself is also in great shape with just a tiny dent at the back. This antique ring would make a perfect gift for a loved one.

Item Number - 11950

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Victorian Gold Padlock Ring to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241601
Dealers Internal Ref
11950
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We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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A late Victorian 9ct yellow gold band ring featuring a suspended heart-shaped padlock charm with keyhole detail.
Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Drop 9ct Yellow Gold Band Ring | Chester 1897
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  • ObjectRings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material9ct Yellow Gold
  • ColourYellow Gold
  • MotifsHeart padlock drop, Keyhole detail, Wide plain band

This Victorian band ring dates to 1897 and originates from Chester, incorporating a 9ct yellow gold construction with a polished, shiny finish. The design comprises a wide plain band measuring 5.26mm wide and a suspended heart-shaped padlock charm measuring 1.2cm x 1.0cm. The padlock displays a keyhole detail and four small screw heads around the centre, accompanied by a full set of hallmarks on the band including L&W, Chester, 9, 375, and date letter O for 1897. The piece weighs 3.81 grams and exhibits a tiny dent at the back of the padlock charm. Padlock charms of this style date back to the Victorian period when they were worn by women whose significant others were away for extended periods. Today, this collectable ring serves as a wearable antique and makes a thoughtful gift for a loved one. The piece fits a UK ring size S 1/2 or US size 9.25, and works well as a standalone statement piece for daily wear or special occasions. The warm yellow gold tone and romantic symbolism lend character to any modern jewellery collection, while the scarce padlock ring format provides a distinct historical talking point.

FAQs

Heart padlocks became popular in Victorian jewellery during the nineteenth century as symbols of love, devotion, and romantic attachment. Often given as tokens of affection or engagement, the lock motif represented safeguarding the heart of the wearer or giver.

Late Victorian 9ct gold pieces produced in Great Britain were officially stamped by regional assay offices such as Chester, Birmingham, or London. Hallmarks typically included the crown or carat mark (9 and .375), the assay office mark, and a date letter indicating the exact year of manufacture.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct British assay office hallmarks stamped inside the band or on the charm. Original Victorian examples exhibit hand-crafted construction, subtle wear patterns consistent with age, and precise keyhole or screwhead engraving details.

Victorian gold band rings can be worn individually as a focal piece or stacked alongside slim modern gold bands. The drop charm design adds movement and texture when layered with other antique or contemporary yellow gold rings.

Clean yellow gold jewellery gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth to avoid scratching the metal. Inspect the jump rings and attachments periodically to ensure suspended charms remain securely fastened.
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