Antique Gold and Micromosaic Locket

Description:

Antique Gold and Micromosaic Locket, depicting various Christian symbols, the frame with bead and wire motifs, and opening to a compartment, dia. 1 3/8 in.
Estimate $700-900

Testing for approx. 18kt gold. A few tesserae missing, not obtrusive. Mount with tarnish, one bead missing in frame. Reverse with surface scratches. Bail not original.


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