Victorian Silver Flower Locket with Aluminum ChainThe Story: Chunky silver locket with rows of flowers and stars on the diagonal across the front, attached to an aluminum chain with a big bolt ring in good working order. Aluminum was discovered in 1850 and used in jewelry shortly after, prized for its light weight and resistance to tarnish. An Industrial Revolution time capsule! The Details: Hallmarks for Birmingham, 1882. Length: Chain: 43cm; Locket: 5. 5cm Weight: 27. 8 grams Condition: Good

The jump ring is also milgrain

the crisp edges of the facets to the glass stones

4cm in diameter

Delicate swags of high carat chain

A classic piece from the house of acclaimed Danish goldsmith Georg Jensen

faceted ruby eyes

which was commissioned by Louis XV for his mistress

so you decide what it's for

Oak leaves symbolized strength

but fits closer to a size 6 due to width

The shield motif

spring bolt clasp is likely a replacement