Victorian 22 Carat Gold Locket Pendant with 20 Carat Gold Chain Necklace

A Victorian antique gold locket necklace comprising an oval locket pendant in 22 carat yellow gold, suspended from a substantial 20 carat gold chain. The locket is finely decorated to the front with an engraved lattice pattern of floral and foliate motifs, interspersed with applied 18 carat rose gold diamond-shaped accents. The reverse is plain polished, opening to reveal two hand-painted portrait miniatures of women in period attire, delicately preserved under glass.

The chain is designed with alternating circular and rectangular links, each engraved and accented with bead details, creating a distinctive and refined design.

Specifications

Pendant: 22 carat yellow gold with applied 18 carat rose gold motifs
Chain: 20 carat gold, alternating circular and rectangular links
Total Weight: 60.89 grams
Chain Length: 43.5 cm
Chain Width: 1.4 cm
Pendant Dimensions: 5.9 cm (height including bail) x 3.5 cm (width)
Interior: Two hand-painted portrait miniatures under protective glass

Condition Report

Locket: Engraving and rose gold accents in good condition, with minor surface wear commensurate with age
Interior portraits: Colours remain well preserved, with light age fading
Chain: Structurally sound with surface wear consistent with age