Vintage Round Diamond Starburst Locket - Monogrammed JG - Art Nouveau Gold Filled Photo Necklace W&H CO Hallmark GF Pendant Jewelry 1900s

Description: Lovely Art Nouveau Era gold filled round photo locket on a 12K gold filled chain. The locket front features an etched starburst shape that is set with a clear round diamond stone set in the very center of the circular pendant. The back of this vintage locket has a shiny finish and has a monogram "JG" in swirling cursive letters. Inside the locket there are two places for photos. Currently they are both empty. Both original frames and photo covers remain. The W&H hallmark on the inside of this locket stands for the Wightman & Hough Company that was established in 1856 in Providence, Rhode Island. They manufactured gold-filled, rolled gold, and sterling silver jewelry. Each piece was hallmarked with a heart containing the initials "W&H CO". They were known for lockets, medallions, and seals. They were in business through the Art Deco era. The locket closes securely with a snap. This antique round locket hangs from a vintage, new old stock18" long 12K gold filled chain. The bale is a plain round loop. The locket, that has its hinge on the bottom, opens from the top and closes securely. The spring ring clasp on the oval link chain also closes securely. Amazingly beautiful vintage necklace in great vintage condition. An amazing find Approximate Measurements: Locket - 1" in diameter not including the bail. Chain - 18" long Weight: 8.1 grams Condition: In very nice antique condition with light wear commensurate with an antique item that is circa early 1900s. Has some patina but otherwise limited wear. Markings: W&H CO inside a heart shape 1/4 Gold Shell - marking inside locket The chain is marked 1/20 12KT GF on the spring ring clasp ** Loose stones and boxes are used to provide color and perspective in our photos are not included in your purchase. ** T 315