Late Victorian 15k Gold Heart Padlock Charm nyx 27ct total of Single Cut

27ct total of Single Cut Diamonds

has long been associated with death and was often found on grave stones from the middle ages through to the Victorian era

that can accommodate five individual rings

Some minimal wear to the glaze and paintwork consistent with the age of the piece

including a cross

Late Victorian 15k Gold Heart Padlock Charm nyx 27ct total of Single CutDATE: Late Victorian, c. 1900 This lovely antique charm is modelled as a heart padlock. Modelled in 15k gold throughout with marks for Henry Griffith and Sons, Birmingham based goldsmiths established in 1850. The padlock mechanism can be used from the side of the heart, where a little catch open and closes, releasing the "shackle". Originally this would have been used a bracelet clasp, but we love it worn on a chain! MEASUREMENTS 1. 9 x 1. 1cm WEIGHT