Georgian Enamel Forget-Me-Not Mourning Locket rose gold Glass beads

Glass beads

the ends of the band each terminating with a beautifully textured turquoise-set bird wing

Niello is an ancient technique

The bevelled glass locket front covers an intricately woven lock of hair

Georgian Enamel Forget-Me-Not Mourning Locket rose gold Glass beadsDATE: Georgian, c. 1830 A fantastic antique round locket, with engine turned detailing and finished in black enamel surrounding a pale blue forget me not to one side. The obverse has a locket compartment currently containing a finely hand woven hair tribute (easily removed if desired) currended by a fine hand chased floral surround. It's crafted in 15k gold, and complete with the original matching hand chased bail. Dates from the Georgian period,