Late 17th/early 18th Century 18kt gold Stuart Crystal memorial locket

This is an exquisite Stuart Crystal memorial locket from the 17th and early 18th century. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this mourning pendant features a rock crystal center adorned with intricately woven hair. On the reverse side of the gold casing, you'll find the initials "E.G" and "S.G" elegantly engraved. This piece is a poignant reflection of the mourning traditions of the time, encapsulating both sentimentality and craftsmanship of the era.

Dimensions:
The pendant size: Length x Height: 3 x 2 cm
Total weight: 6.00 grams

Condition: A pendant is pre-owned, with minor signs of usage, good and pleasant condition overall.

Stuart Crystal memorial lockets were popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly during the Stuart period in England. These lockets were crafted from rock crystal, often with gold or silver mounts, and were used to hold small mementos such as locks of hair, miniature portraits, or other sentimental items in memory of a loved one who had passed away. The crystal was sometimes engraved or faceted to enhance its beauty and symbolic significance. Stuart Crystal memorial lockets were cherished as keepsakes and symbols of remembrance, reflecting the prevailing attitudes towards mourning and memorialization during that time.

ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
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