Victorian Geometric Niello Locket bracelets Archeological Revival: The overarching vibe

Archeological Revival: The overarching vibe is Etruscan

The coachman stood at the horse's head

London hallmarks indicate it was made in 1981

representing the handclasp which formed part of the marriage service - an intimate bond or connection between lovers - and were exchanged as betrothal rings well into the Georgian era

looking like little droplets of blood

Victorian Geometric Niello Locket bracelets Archeological Revival: The overarching vibeCool antique locket dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. It's pattern was created using the niello technique which involves filling engraved or etched designs on metal surfaces with a powdered black alloy, typically made up of sulphur, copper, silver, and lead. When heated, the niello mixture melts into the recesses, creating a striking contrast against the polished metal surface. This technique was used by the ancient Egyptians and