Victorian 18k Gold "AEI" Oval Locket georgian hand carved in high relief

hand carved in high relief

8mm width - Turquoise: 8

Excerpt from Bryant's The Chelsea Porcelain Toys (1925) p

79 carat natural Ceylon Sapphire (no heat)

Birmingham 1860

Victorian 18k Gold "AEI" Oval Locket georgian hand carved in high reliefDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 An especially lovely antique AEI locket, each letter studded with gemstones: ruby, diamond, and emerald. A classic oval shape, and complete with the original bail, the piece is modelled in rich 18 karat gold throughout. AEI was a popular Victorian sentiment, the letters standing for Amity, Eternity and Infinity representing everlasting love, even after death. This locket dates from circa 1870, opens to reveal two old