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An antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on white background
An antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, shown open with portrait of man inside, on black background
Reverse side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on black background
Reverse side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, held on hand
Front side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on black background
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c1850 Victorian Shell Locket

An antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on white background
An antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, shown open with portrait of man inside, on black background
Reverse side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on black background
Reverse side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, held on hand
Front side of an antique Victorian scallop shell locket in gold, on black background
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A very rare c1850 Victorian era locket shaped like a scallop shell, opening to reveal a period daguerrotype portrait of a man. Built in 14K gold. Weighs 4.3 grams.

Materials

14K Gold and Daguerreotype

Date

c1850

Condition

Fair. Numerous little dents and replacement bale but clasps nicely, and has a nice overall look.

Size

1"