Victorian Niello Silver Triangles Locket bakelite sometimes in competition

sometimes in competition

It's surrounded by a cluster of brilliant cut diamonds

The French motto reads: "LA LUNE TE FEU" which translates literally as The Moon Fires You

and can sometimes be found on headstones and mourning jewellery

We're planning on adding a chunky belcher chain to make it into a necklace

Victorian Niello Silver Triangles Locket bakelite sometimes in competitionDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A striking Victorian oval locket crafted in niello silver. Somewhat unusual given how convex the outer case is, coupled with its ever so slightly diminutive size. The surface sports rows of alternating black and silver triangles to create a pleasing geometric effect, especially as the curve drops off towards the edges. It dates from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1880. MEASUREMENTS 3. 1 x 2. 2 x 1. 2cm (not