Victorian Double Opening Locket by William Devenport

Name: Victorian Double Opening Locket by William Devenport
Brand: Lang Collection
SKU: 90-1-11400
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SKU

90-1-11400

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

Although crafted in gilded metal, here is one of the most unusual, ingeniously designed and engineered Victorian pendant lockets we've ever come across (and Victorian lockets are one of our specialties). Created by William Devenport of the United Kingdom, circa 1900, and measuring a striking 1 7/8 inches, the top half hinges downward to reveal twin locket compartments, while the bottom opens to reveal a container or pillbox. A collectible keepsake artfully hand-engraved on both sides. The classic Victorian gold-filled chain measures 18 inches.

Details

Materials:

Yellow Metal

Length:

1 7/8 Inch Locket, 2 5/8 Inch with Bale

Width:

1 1/4 Inch

Chain Length:

18 Inch

Gram Weight:

30.7 Grams

Period:

Victorian

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Like fine wine, fine jewelry also has a “vintage”—the design period or era from which it hails. Victorian or Edwardian, Art Deco or Retro, each piece in our collection has its own special pedigree. But just because one era ended and another began, it doesn’t mean that creative jewelry makers simply forgot the lessons of the past! Many of the jewels in our cases refuse to conform to a single design period, either by striking out on their own or showing the transition from one era to the next. When such daring dazzlers are over one hundred years old, they’re generally grouped in the antique category. Anything younger than that, but still made before 1970, fits the vintage label. Every iconic era yields both singular and transitional pieces, like the ones we’ve assembled here. Follow the link at the end of each section for more about the aesthetics and history of the period.

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As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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