{"product_id":"antique-victorian-agate-padlock-collar-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch","title":"Antique Victorian Agate Padlock Collar Necklace Silver 18ct Gold Gilt 16.5 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDating to the mid-19th century, this grand antique padlock collar necklace is crafted in silver and finished in a rich 18ct yellow-gilt. Measuring 16.5 inches, the collar is formed from a sequence of matching disc and triple-bar links, each delicately engraved with romantic forget-me-not wreath motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe focal point, is a large trefoil padlock clasp, featuring hand-carved, chocolate-brown banded agates, with intricate hand-chased foliate engraving to the reverse and a small, round hallmark at the base, indicating its Continental European origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring the Victorian era, natural Scottish pebble jewellery became highly sought after, while padlock pieces emerged as a particularly evocative expression of romantic devotion. The lock symbolised a heart kept safely and faithfully by its beloved, while the forget-me-not was associated with remembrance and enduring affection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith its rich golden glow, beautifully preserved decoration and wonderfully sentimental symbolism, this exceptional Victorian collar is a captivating addition to any collection of antique jewellery. Elegant when draped along the collarbone, it is a distinctive statement piece that carries with it both history and romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 61.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Chain Length 16.5 inches x Width 13 – 22mm – Padlock Height 36mm x Width 23mm x Depth 11mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003eMETAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003e: Silver\/ 18ct Gold gilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTONES\u003c\/b\u003e: Natural Banded Agates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Victorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/b\u003e: 26-235\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58893831635328,"sku":"26-235","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Agate-Padlock-Collar-Necklace-cover.jpg?v=1788875855","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/products\/antique-victorian-agate-padlock-collar-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}