Victorian Aesthetic Movement Silver Locket brooches signed with the Marius Hammer

signed with the Marius Hammer makers mark and 930 silver

This example is modelled in 22 karat gold

wearable pieces of precious metal)

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Victorian Aesthetic Movement Silver Locket brooches signed with the Marius HammerDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A pretty Aesthetic Movement locket dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880. It's crafted in sterling silver, with a nature scene in a round cage at the centre, and a diagonal band of ivy leaves over a textured background. MEASUREMENTS 6. 0 x 3. 5cm (including bail) WEIGHT 16. 2g MARKS No marks present, tests as sterling silver CONDITION Very good, patina tarnish commensurate with age. Can be polished if preferred