Antique Cross Charm Locket

This antique locket is a fabulous piece of wearable history from the Victorian era. Although it is unmarked, it is likely 10k or 12k gold-filled, and the front is adorned with a black cross, heart and anchor. The inside features the original photos, which help tell an amazing unique story. (I can also remove them if you would prefer). Chains sold separately.

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Gold filled" means there is a solid layer of gold (12k, 14k, 18k or 24k) permanently bonded to a base metal, such as brass. The minimum layer of gold must equal at least 1/20th of the total weight of the piece in order for it to be designated 'gold filled.'

Gold-filled is a beautiful and more economical alternative to solid gold, which is not affordable for everybody. Gold-filled jewelry has 100x more gold than gold-plated, and because that layer is so much thicker, it means gold-filled jewelry lasts longer and stands up to wear and tear better.