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Celeste Gold-Filled T-Bar, Locket Necklace

$310.00
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Antique Celeste Gold-Filled Square Opal Locket, T-Bar Watch Chain  

The perfect antique gold-filled, story-telling layer... we love Victorian pocket watch chains and love making them into necklaces- especially when they are as elaborate and ornate as this one - which includes a stunning opal locket! 

 Often called ' Albert chains,' named after a style of pocket watch chain Prince Albert wore and popularized in the Victorian Era (19th century). Traditionally this style of watch chain has a two clasps (dog clip and spring ring) on either end, and a T-bar - to loop through a men's vest button hole. This one measures 15.5" around, with a 1" drop to the Albert T-Bar, and 1/2" drop to the locket - which hang on a sliding bail. Original dog clip clasp, twisted T-bar and fabulous etched original locket fob creates a perfectly asymmetrical, charmed look, - most likely from the 1800s. 

Detailed Description:

  • Material: Gold-filled
  • Design: Antique gold-filled watch chains, square locket fob (opens) and T-bar hanging from a dangle chain. 
  • Gemstones:  Opal
  • Dimensions: 15.5" chain, 1" drop to .5" T-bar. 3/4" square locket fob 
  • Craftsmanship: Victorian, Antique, hand assembled. Amazing condition given age.

Perfect For:

  • Creating a fabulous 'neck mess' and layered/chunky look.
  • A timeless piece of wearable history that you'll treasure forever

Why You'll Love It:

  • Easy to wear - an antique charm necklace that no one else has. 
  • You can put your own photos or sentimental flat trinket in the locket. 
  • Another reason this locket is so special is because the inside features a mirrored finish - one you can actually see your reflection in - imagine having a wearable, tiny mirror to check your make-up in! 

 

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To maintain long lasting jewels, follow these care tips:

Brass: 

Can naturally patina (or antique) over time. To refresh, gently clean with a polishing cloth or steel wool. Brass is a harder metal than silver or gold-filled - and therefore can be cleaned using dishsoap or a jewelry cleaning solution.

Brass can react with different PH levels on the skin. We recommend removing any brass jewelry when exercising or sweating. In some cases, brass can be painted with clear nail polish, to create a barrier between the jewelry and skin which will preserve the patina and also limit contact.  

Store in a dry place to avoid humidity accelerating the antiquing process.

Vermeil (Gold Plated over .925 Sterling Silver):

Avoid wearing in water or shower.

Vermeil is either 18 or 24K gold plated over sterling silver and while it will not tarnish, contant or extended exposure to water will accelerate the rate that the gold wears to silver. In addition, certain shampoos and soaps can accelerate the tarnishing process, or cause damage to stones.

Store in a safe place to avoid tangles or damage to chains and charms.

Gold Filled:

For added shine, polish with a soft polishing cloth. 

Safe to wear in the water or shower but we recommend limiting this whenever possible.

Store in a safe place to avoid tangles or damage to chains and charms.

Sterling:

Sterling silver will naturally darken (tarnish) over time, but will never rust or change color. 

To shine or clean sterling silver, polish with a fabric silver cloth, or polishing pad.

Safe to wear in water or shower but we recommend limiting this whenever possible, as certain shampoos and soaps can accelerate the tarnishing process, or cause damage to stones.

Store in a dry place to avoid any humidity tarnishing the silver faster (also for added shine-longevity, you can keep it in a tarnish resistant box or use a silica pack/tarnish strip in the bottom of your jewelry box). 

Gemstones: 

Gems vary in hardness and durability, but we always strive to use the highest quality stones, and set them in ways that will ensure they last and are protected, however it is still best to use caution and remember gems are delicate. To clean, you can use a polishing cloth or mild jewelry cleaning solution and to preserve the life and quality of your gemstone jewelry, remove to shower, swim or when doing activities that can compromise the stone (ie: doing dishes). Some chemicals like perfumes, harsh soaps or cleaners can actually wear away certain stones (like Labradorite) or alter the color (Opals or Quartz), so we recommend taking a little extra precaution with your gemstone pieces. 

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