1890s English Art Nouveau Ivy Glass Photo Locket

This is a glass photo locket from the late Victorian era, dating back to the 1890s in England. Crafted entirely from alloy, it features a twist-off knob at the top to access the compartment. Ivy, symbolizing loyalty and eternal love, was a popular motif during the Victorian era, a time when symbolism held great importance. The locket's rounded frame is adorned with two gently curling ivy branches. The metallic leaves showcase subtle, natural undulations and delicate vein patterns, creating a lively and dynamic appearance that reflects the intricate craftsmanship of the Art Nouveau period. The knob connecting to the bail can be unscrewed and removed, allowing you to take out the glass from its metal frame, ready for you to insert a meaningful photograph or a piece of fabric or dried flowers. Please note: **The price reflects the item's condition.** This piece is made of common metal alloy, not precious metals, and therefore does not retain its condition as well as gold. Oxidation is noticeable, with visible signs of use and metal fading. By our discerning standards, this does not qualify as excellent antique condition. Please refrain from purchasing if this is a concern. This is a century-old antique piece, not a new item. Origin: England Year: 1890s Material: Metal Alloy Dimensions: Locket diameter 2.7 cm, 4 cm height including bail Condition: Please note: **The price reflects the item's condition.** This piece is made of common metal alloy, not precious metals, and therefore does not retain its condition as well as gold. Oxidation is noticeable, with visible signs of use and metal fading. By our discerning standards, this does not qualify as excellent antique condition. Please refrain from purchasing if this is a concern. This is a century-old antique piece, not a new item. Purchase Notice: Antique jewelry refers to jewelry that is "over a century old." Pieces less than a hundred years old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiang Cheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate detailing the piece's era, materials, and other specifications. We offer a full refund if the item does not match the description on the certificate. Before sale, each item's condition is meticulously documented with photographic equipment to ensure our members are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs form an integral part of the item's description. Therefore, members are urged to carefully consider their purchase intent before checkout. Once the checkout process is completed, due to the unique nature of our products, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or normal wear and tear. We kindly ask members to confirm their purchase intent thoroughly before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy "free shipping on orders of one piece of jewelry" for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered mail by the Post Office. If registered mail delivery is inconvenient, please specify in your order for store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart are available) and provide the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.