Late Victorian Pearl Star Dome Locket christian A strong contender for this

A strong contender for this week's "most bizarre jewellery" prize

and it's complete with the original diamond set clasp in 18 karat gold and millegrain platinum

the other repeating lines of gold flowers in yellow

Marks to the back indicate it was made by Fattorini at their Birmingham factory - basically making it the Rolls Royce of school badges

It's modelled in "garnet gold" which is basically gold with a fineness slightly lower than 9 karat

Late Victorian Pearl Star Dome Locket christian A strong contender for thisDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 Gorgeous late Victorian round locket set with a single pearl inside an engraved star setting. Hinged down one side, with domed front and back, it opens to reveal two round locket compartments for storage of the photos keepsakes of your choice. Crafted in 15 karat gold with the initial M in gothic script engraved onto the back, made in England around 1890. STONES Split pearl MEASUREMENTS 2. 1 x 1. 8cm (not including jump ring)