Pendant - 8 kt. Yellow gold - 3 Layer Frame Book Locket

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Description from the seller

Vintage 8K Gold Triple-Layer Book Picture Frame Charm Locket

Vintage 8K gold triple photo locket in book form with 3 glass picture frames. Beautiful engraving and working clasp. ca. 1940s–1950s.

Materials: Unmarked, tested 8K gold (XRF tested)

Total weight: 7.54 g
Gold weight: approx. 5 g
Total length (including bail): 34.5 mm
Locket size: 25.8 × 20.4 × 6.3 mm

Construction:

Three-layered hinged design

Each layer fitted with vintage glass covers for photo or miniature portrait inserts

Secure clasp closure and bail for chain or bracelet attachment

Hallmarks:
No hallmark, XRF tested for 8K gold

Condition:
Good vintage condition — surface wear and patina consistent with age.
Glass panels are intact and open smoothly.

Description:
An elegant vintage triple-layer photo locket crafted in solid 8K gold, designed in the shape of a miniature book.
Each of the three “pages” opens to reveal an oval glass-covered compartment, allowing the owner to preserve cherished photos or keepsakes inside.

The locket is beautifully hand-engraved with geometric and floral circular patterns on both sides, displaying delicate vintage craftsmanship.
A charming and rare collectible piece — both decorative and sentimental — ideal as a pendant or bracelet charm.

Style: Victorian Revival / Sentimental Jewellery
Era: Mid 20th Century, ca. 1940s–1950s

This piece has been fully checked by our in-house jeweller & gemologist.
Shipped tracked and insured from the Netherlands (within the European Union).
You can expect to receive this item in 5 business days or less.

Vintage 8K Gold Triple-Layer Book Picture Frame Charm Locket

Vintage 8K gold triple photo locket in book form with 3 glass picture frames. Beautiful engraving and working clasp. ca. 1940s–1950s.

Materials: Unmarked, tested 8K gold (XRF tested)

Total weight: 7.54 g
Gold weight: approx. 5 g
Total length (including bail): 34.5 mm
Locket size: 25.8 × 20.4 × 6.3 mm

Construction:

Three-layered hinged design

Each layer fitted with vintage glass covers for photo or miniature portrait inserts

Secure clasp closure and bail for chain or bracelet attachment

Hallmarks:
No hallmark, XRF tested for 8K gold

Condition:
Good vintage condition — surface wear and patina consistent with age.
Glass panels are intact and open smoothly.

Description:
An elegant vintage triple-layer photo locket crafted in solid 8K gold, designed in the shape of a miniature book.
Each of the three “pages” opens to reveal an oval glass-covered compartment, allowing the owner to preserve cherished photos or keepsakes inside.

The locket is beautifully hand-engraved with geometric and floral circular patterns on both sides, displaying delicate vintage craftsmanship.
A charming and rare collectible piece — both decorative and sentimental — ideal as a pendant or bracelet charm.

Style: Victorian Revival / Sentimental Jewellery
Era: Mid 20th Century, ca. 1940s–1950s

This piece has been fully checked by our in-house jeweller & gemologist.
Shipped tracked and insured from the Netherlands (within the European Union).
You can expect to receive this item in 5 business days or less.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
Style
Victorian
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
8 kt.
Total weight
7.54 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
Title additional information
3 Layer Frame Book Locket
Width
20.4 mm
Length
34.5 mm
The NetherlandsVerified
733
Objects sold
91.62%
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