Victorian Small Silver Horseshoe Locket c1897
$395.00
This Victorian Small Silver Horseshoe Locket c1897 features beautiful delicate engravings making it a perfect functional piece of art to wear on all occasions!
This Victorian small silver horseshoe locket c1897, is a delightful and sentimental piece that reflects the charm and symbolism of the late 19th century. The horseshoe motif was a popular emblem during the Victorian era, often associated with good luck, protection, and fortune.
The locket’s design features a finely etched horseshoe, which is delicately surrounded by floral details, adding a layer of romanticism and elegance to the piece. The intricate floral engraving is characteristic of Victorian jewellery, which often incorporated nature-inspired elements to convey deeper meanings and emotional connections.
These motifs reflect the era’s fascination with nature and the symbolic use of floral patterns to represent love, beauty, and renewal. The locket itself, crafted from silver, speaks to the Victorian taste for sentimental jewellery that could hold personal meaning. It’s not just a decorative piece, but also a functional one, providing space to keep a cherished photograph or memento close to the wearer’s heart.
The finely etched details, combined with the horseshoe and floral motifs, encapsulate the Victorian era’s love for combining artistry with symbolism. During this time, locket jewellery was often given as a gift to commemorate love or important milestones, making this piece a charming example of how jewellery could serve as both a personal and symbolic token.
Whether worn for its beauty or the good luck it was believed to bring, this small silver horseshoe locket is a timeless reflection of Victorian sentiment and craftsmanship.
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