$157.25 $185.00
Description:
A lovely and unique vintage gold filled oval locket with two photo compartments inside that was made by the Wightman and Hough Company. The locket hangs on a new 22" long 14K gold filled curb chain that has a spring ring clasp. The eye-catching locket features an etched and paste studded bow on the front that is set with a total of 34 round faceted paste gems. The paste stones are in different sizes and these sizes accentuate the ribbons on the bow. These ribbons of the bow hang down the front length of the locket. The back of the locket is plain with no design and has a matte finish. The bale is a plain round loop. The locket has its hinge on the left and it opens in the right side. it opens as intended and closes securely with a snap.
NOTES:
The W&H hallmark inside the locket stands for the Wightman & Hough Co. This jewelry company was established in 1856 in Providence, Rhode Island. W&H manufactured a variety of gold filled, rolled gold, and sterling silver jewelry. Their jewelry was hallmarked with a heart with the initials “W&H CO” inside. The company was known for their lockets, medallions, and seals, and made these items through the early 1920s.
The inside the antique locket are two oval shaped photo wells with the metal frames and their protective covers still intact. The antique piece hangs on a new 14K gold filled curb chain that is stamped on the spring ring clasp. A beautiful and unique locket necklace that is from the early 1900s.
The locket, that has its hinge on the right side, opens easily from the left side and closes securely. The spring ring clasp on the 22" long 14K gold filled curb chain also closes securely.
Measurements:
Locket - 1 1/2” in length (including the bale), 1 1/4" long without the bale loop and 1" wide.
Chain - 22" long
Weight:
11.5 grams (total with locket and chain)
locket alone - 9.4 grams
chain alone - 2.1 grams
Condition:
In fair to nice antique condition with wear commensurate with antique age - a pair of vertical dings on the back. Some light discoloration / spotting on the back and front left - see photos for detail. Through time, still simply a unique and beautiful antique locket with charm to spare!
Markings:
The locket is marked W&H CO inside a heart shape on the left inner well
The chain is stamped 1/20 14K GF on the spring ring clasp
** Loose stones and boxes are used to provide color and perspective in our photos are not included in your purchase. **
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