Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case Locket Necklace 1970s The 9ct gold chain attaches

The 9ct gold chain attaches around the loop of the bow and secures with a bolt ring clasp

In the Victorian era seed pearl in jewellery represented 'tears'

5cm / 1" in height

The earrings measure 2cms in diameter and are in good vintage condition

2" in width and 1cm / 0

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case Locket Necklace 1970s The 9ct gold chain attachesAntique Edwardian sterling silver sovereign case from silversmith Samuel M Levi hallmarked between 1902 1903 in England, the piece is stamped with the makers mark 'S. M. L'. The case as a button at the top of the pendant which when pressed released the front of the piece, inside the case a single sovereign can be secured. Unfortunately we do not use sovereigns today and the original purpose of the piece can not be performed with modern day money