$123.25 $145.00
Description:
A large vintage 12K gold filled necklace by Marathon Co. This etched oval locket necklace features an etched design on the front and a plain/shiny back. The front has a central plain and shiny oval center with etched designs around the outside. The outer oval has a stipple or textured finish to it.
The locket is larger than most, and has a chain that is 24" long, or Matinee length. Very unique retro era locket.
The locket opens as intended and closes securely. The locket would hold two oval shaped photos - one on each side. Currently, the 2 photo wells have the original photo frames, blue paper backing and plastic covers intact.
The vintage locket hangs from a vintage 24" 12K gold filled twisted link rope chain (also by Marathon). The bale on the locket is a plain oval loop. The spring ring clasp opens and closes securely.
Measurements:
Chain - 24” long
Locket Pendant: 1 1/2" long with the bale and 1 1/8" wide
Approximate Weights:
12.1 grams (pendant and chain)
9.4 grams (pendant only)
2.7 grams (chain only)
Condition:
The gold filled locket necklace is in nice vintage condition with minor wear and markings commensurate with age (circa 1960s/1970s). Some light use marks/scratches on front oval that is plain and shiny with no design. See photos for details. The chain has age appropriate patina and wear. See photos for detail.
Markings:
The link on the bale is marked M inside a diamond shape 12KT GF. M in a diamond shape is for the Marathon Jewelry Company.
Chain's spring ring clasp is marked M inside a diamond shape 1/20 12K
Note:
The Marathon Jewelry Company manufactured jewelry from their Attleboro, MA plant beginning in 1897 to the present.
** Loose stones and boxes are used to provide color and perspective in our photos are not included in your purchase. **
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