Antique Aesthetic locket brooch, Owl and Swallow, Sterling silver

Antique Aesthetic locket brooch, Owl and Swallow, Sterling silverA gorgeous antique Aesthetic era locket brooch. Steeped in sentiment this beautiful brooch has stacks of symbolism. It is a rectangular shape in sterling silver with a applied 9ct yellow gold swallow and a rose gold owl. Swallows were seen as a promise to return or safe journey symbol whilst owls amongst other things symbolised wisdom. It has a glazed locket back which currently holds an old photograph. The brooch has an old C type clasp and pin

ready to hang from your favourite antique chain

It has a crossover shank and a smooth 18ct gold band

glazed cover is a later perspex replacement

47Total weight 6

engraved in gothic script with initials

Approx measurements:Total Length - 15

an impeccable antique Onyx and Pearl Mourning locket

There is truly sparkle at every angle of this piece from the large central diamond to the tiny diamond chips

It is engraved to the reverse with a name and a number of sporting achievements

*some wear to the top of the brooch on the gold plating

96 gramsCondition:Good used condition overall

The ring has decorative stepped shoulders and a slender smooth polished band