Georgian Pyrite Miniature Heart Locket layaway for Ck blue john with a gorgeous antique patina

with a gorgeous antique patina

and I have no idea what its intended purpose was

the bottom lobe has evidence of an old repair (visible from the back only)

Hate having a pocket full of change

The top line is phonologically cryptic: the letter T + A yew tree + the letter S = Choose (tyews)

Georgian Pyrite Miniature Heart Locket layaway for Ck blue john with a gorgeous antique patinaDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 A stunning miniature heart locket, set with a pyrite crown and border, which shine when moved in the light. It opens to reveal a small compartment, which you can leave empty or add a small photograph of your loved one(s). It's crafted in silver and comes complete with a jump ring to add to your chain. Dates from the Georgian period, circa 1780. Pyrite is known to provide powerful protection against negative energy, shielding