{"product_id":"antique-victorian-9ct-gold-bloodstone-locket-with-shield-cartouche-c-1860-cn1307","title":"Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Bloodstone Locket with Shield Cartouche, c.1860","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Victorian 9ct gold locket dating to circa 1860, set to the front with a polished bloodstone panel. Overlaid is an applied gold cartouche in the form of a shield, left blank and ready for engraving if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer edge is finely faceted, catching the light and giving the piece a more defined, structured look. The reverse is neatly chased, adding further detail without overpowering the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locket opens to reveal a glass insert panel, with space for a photograph or keepsake. No bezel inserts are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA well-composed piece with a strong central focus, combining the deep tone of the bloodstone with clean gold detailing. There are a few minor dings to the faceted edge, in keeping with age, and not detracting in wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in lovely antique condition, with light wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, c.1860\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks:\u003cbr\u003e\nUnmarked however tests as 9ct gold back and front. This means the panels are made of 9ct however internal parts of the locket will be a base metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight 30mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth 23mm\u003cbr\u003e\nJump ring 4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeight:\u003cbr\u003e\n9.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"thenorthc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56832347046268,"sku":"CN1307","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/3423\/1615\/files\/il_fullxfull.7915371919_i5oi.jpg?v=1780415783","url":"https:\/\/thenorthc.co.uk\/products\/antique-victorian-9ct-gold-bloodstone-locket-with-shield-cartouche-c-1860-cn1307","provider":"thenorthc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}