Description
An absolutely delightful, plump and juicy heart padlock from the Romantic Period of the Victorian Era, Circa 1840-1860. The body of the padlock is smothered in delicate floral chasing, the decorations in relief on the golden ground. At the centre is a high domed oval garnet cabochon, glowing like an enchanted fruit. To the reverse is a glazed locket compartment.
The padlock bears no hallmarks, as was the custom for the period. It has been XRF tested to verify metal content. The loop at the top tests as 9ct gold, and the body of the heart at 11ct.
The padlock measures 25.3mm x 14.6mm x 11.65mm
Weighs 3.5 grams.