Georgian Garnet & Pearl Crowned Rock Crystal Heart Locket 15 Prior to the late 19th

Prior to the late 19th century jewellers didn't find it practical to use platinum - while it was workable

likely having been salvaged from an older piece of jewellery and re-purposed into something more contemporary/stylish

the adored patroness of the city of Athens - a virgin deity

A sublime French antique bracelet dating from the late Victorian period

and indeed

Georgian Garnet & Pearl Crowned Rock Crystal Heart Locket 15 Prior to the late 19thDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 This gorgeous rock crystal heart locket is topped with a crown, set with flat cut garnets and pearl. Dating from the Georgian period, circa 1780, this little heart locket is crafted in 15k gold, displaying that classic Georgian rosey hue. Its hinged along the top, opening to reveal a space to add a small photograph or memento, while being magnified by the rock crystal. The crown is set with alternating stones pearl and flat cut