Lion Locket Antique Gold Filled With 24 In Chain Antique Art Nouveau Circa 1904

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Lion Locket Antique Gold Filled With 24 In Chain Antique Art Nouveau Circa 1904.
This antique locket features a roaring lion face in beautiful Art Nouveau style and amazing detail. The eyes are small, red cabochon stones, and the mouth holds a faceted, clear stone. The locket opens and closes properly with a snap. It is marked inside H1/4G in the center. This is an unusual marking for gold filled and may denote a gold content of 1/4 either 12, 14 or 18karat gold. There is also a light etching IV along the interior edge which was often used at the turn of the century to mark dates. In this case it would denote 1904.
The antique locket is in excellent vintage condition with light wear commensurate with age. There is also a tiny ding and an edge scratch on the reverse which appears to be where someone (not me!) took a metal sample to determine gold content. The locket with chain weighs 23 grams total.
The pendant measures approx 1 inch in diameter. It comes with an antique, gold filled, 24 inch long Prince of Wales watch chain necklace. The chain has a spring ring clasp and is marked 1/20th 12K and ACo brand name. Overall the chain and locket are in excellent vintage condition with a warm golden glow. It will arrive gift boxes and ready for that someone special.
Lions are the spirit animal for those born under the sign of Leo. July 23 through August 22. This would make an awesome gift for the Leo in your life.
Please let me know if you have any questions.