circa 1870

This mid Victorian era large locket pendant is modeled as a stylized amphora-shaped vase with flowers. The pendant is finely crafted in yellow and rose 14K gold. It is centered with a cushion cut blue sapphire encircled by old mine cut diamonds and pearls, all within a gold bezel embellished with filigree. The back is fitted with a round compartment which contains two glazed miniature picture frames. The floral designs are accented with seed pearls

Estimated sapphire weight is 1.15 ct.

Approximate total diamond weight is 0.80 ct.

Total length of the pendant with bail is 70 mm (2 5/8 in.)

Width is 32 mm (1 1/4 in.)

Weight is 16.6 grams.

Sold without chain.