This is a magnificent estate jewel!!! Finding early 1800s photographs of Black Americans is very rare and here we have one in the original locket - what a treasure!!!! This wonderful locket and belcher book chain is all the rage! The bale attaches to a lovely Victorian book chain which is 16 inches long. The entire pendant portion is 3.5 inches long.
The locket is 1 1/2 inches long and 1 inch wide. The locket opens to reveal places for 2 pictures. Each side has its original insert with cover. The insert that covers the Black Woman's photo is cracked. Black Americana Hardstone Cameo Locket Heart Necklace Antique Book Chain c1860.Finding early 1800s photographs of Black Americans is very rare and here we have one in the original locket - what a treasure!!! The locket comes from a very fine New York City estate collection of lockets. Please see our other auctions for more lockets from this estate. Treat yourself or a loved one to a treasure to cherish for generations and one which will only increase in value over time! Please visit our store, Annas Antique Jewelry, and include us in your list of favorites!
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The seller is "annakristifigs" and is located in West Hollywood, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.