An antique English, solid sterling silver bookchain necklace and locket; beautifully made, a hand painted enamel bluebird and hinging open to reveal space for a photograph or slim memento.
So pretty, very collectible & wearable too!
CONDITION: All original and very very good. Slightest signs of wear commensurate with age and use. One inner glass missing - easily sourced.
DATE/MARKS: Around 1880. Not marked.
DIMENSIONS: Necklace 18", 16mm wide. Locket 45 x 37 mm excl. bail (1 inch = 25.4 mm).