Antique Solid Gold Keepsake Locket On 18 Inch 9ct Gold Necklace SOLID SILVER MINAUDIERES The coloured background reflects the

The coloured background reflects the light with an interesting rotating ray effect

The shield symbolises the desire to protect

This large case easily has enough room for the largest business cards

Two beautiful swans etched in silver with yellow gold beaks glide through the silver water

A splendid and superior quality fully hallmarked gold mourning locket which was crafted by J W Tiptaft & Son Ltd

Antique Solid Gold Keepsake Locket On 18 Inch 9ct Gold Necklace SOLID SILVER MINAUDIERES The coloured background reflects theA dainty and elegant antique solid gold keepsake locket suspended from an 18 inch 9ct gold necklace. This antique locket was assayed* (tested for gold purity*) at Chester Assay Office in 1910. The anterior surface is decorated with a shield cartouche. The shield cartouche is framed by acanthus leaves and forget me not flowers. The shield motif conveys the desire to protect. Acanthus leaves symbolise the desire for longevity. Forget me not flowers