Victorian Tortoise Shell Gold Filled Large Sentimental Locket c. 1870 1900s_earrings This beautiful antique filigree silver

This beautiful antique filigree silver chain is beautifully decorated with ten navette links with interior copper gold fill

The closure is also secure

The locket is durable and has been crafted from brass with silver plate to the setting of the paste

it has an 'old gold' patina that makes it a beautiful standout

dainty white gold floral embellishments

Victorian Tortoise Shell Gold Filled Large Sentimental Locket c. 1870 1900s_earrings This beautiful antique filigree silverToday we are pleased to present a very interesting piece from the late Victorian period c. 1870, crafted from hawksbill tortoise shell. Derived from the shells of hawksbill sea turtles, prized for their unique patterns, these ornaments gained popularity in the 17th to 19th centuries. Highly skilled artisans crafted intricate pieces, including hair combs, brooches, and pendants, highlighting the material's warm, mottled hues. By the early 20th century,