A Victorian Era Jewelled Gold Locket Necklace

made in Moscow in 1871 by Adler & Co.

This rare dated Russian 14K gold necklace with a detachable locket is embellished with glossy black enamel, two half pearls, two emeralds, and rose cut diamonds.

The necklace is marked with 56 zolotnik gold standard, date ‘1871’, maker’s initials ‘ WA’ (inside the locket) and ‘ADLER’ (on the clasp).

Length 44 cm (17 1/4 in.)

Total weight 56.11 grams (locket 13.57 grams)

The matte yellow gold cover of the locket is applied with a stylized gold chain with five round links of polished gold and six links embellished with rose cut diamonds.

A prong-set emerald is hanging on the chain.

The locket is set with two miniature picture frames.