Victorian Gold Filled Locket with Interior Glass Partition, Antique French Mourning Locket Pendant diamond_engagement 1880)Size (without bail): 1 in

1880)Size (without bail): 1 in x

a piece of lace

As is often the case with jewelry from the era

94 gSize(without bail): 1" x

we can see why at one time paste was considered by some to be superior even to diamonds

Victorian Gold Filled Locket with Interior Glass Partition, Antique French Mourning Locket Pendant diamond_engagement 1880)Size (without bail): 1 inThis sweet mourning locket features a silver cross, imbedded with pearls, on an oval gold fill frame. The interior has a lovely glass partition which can be used to store a photo or special memory. These hinged glass partitions are particular to France and are impressively and cleverly designed. Despite its age, the locket still closes with a satisfying snap. There is light scratching and wear to the back, and a missing pearl on the front, all