Victorian Pendant / Locket (Hinged)

Object/Artifact

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The Recorded Image Project

Name/Title

Victorian Pendant / Locket (Hinged)

Entry/Object ID

RE-JE-2026-0003

Description

1860-1890

Use

This style of round, floral-engraved locket became especially popular after the widespread adoption of photography in the mid-19th century. The lack of overt black enamel suggests this was not exclusively mourning jewelry, but rather a general sentimental piece.

Category

19th Century, Jewelery, Victorian

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1860 - circa 1890

Time Period

Victorian

Place

* Untyped Place

Europe

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Structurally intact. Hinge functioning. Exterior wear consistent with age. Surface patina and light gilt loss. Interior retaining rings present. No modern repairs observed. Includes small photograph of a woman. Overall very good antique condition.

Accessories

Accessory

Photograph

Material

Brass

Create Date

January 16, 2026