Victorian Navette-Shaped Niello Locket Pendant, c. 1880-1890 artistic It also is set with

It also is set with three richly colored emeralds

and a few tchotchkes that would have looked fabulous on my mantle back home

As the sun set

The locket tests as 15 karat gold

its gleaming links carry a legacy of precision

Victorian Navette-Shaped Niello Locket Pendant, c. 1880-1890 artistic It also is set withThis exquisite navette shaped locket is a testament to the elegance and precision of Victorian craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate niello work, the dark crosshatched pattern lends an air of mystery and sophistication, shimmering subtly against the silver backdrop. The scrolling details at the top, paired with an elongated bale, add a graceful flourish, creating a piece that feels both timeless and uniquely artistic. Handcrafted around 1880 1890,