A large Edwardian gold filled oval locket by Binder Bros, adorned with hand engraving and a delicate hand carved shell cameo.
This antique locket has a beautifully balanced oval form, with softly polished gold filled surfaces and a hand engraved center panel set with an elongated shell cameo. The cameo is finely carved in classical profile, giving the piece a graceful Edwardian character with quiet, romantic detail.
The center panel is framed with engraved ornament and trimmed with a rope pattern, adding texture and definition around the cameo. The locket opens to reveal two interior photo frames with clear celluloid covers, making it both decorative and functional as a keepsake piece.
It is signed with the Binder Bros mark, showing conjoined circles around the letters BB. The locket is estimated to date from the Edwardian era based on the style of the cameo carving, the engraved design, and the construction of the locket.
Condition is very good antique condition overall. There is light patina on the inside, consistent with age and regular use. The locket is complete with both frames and clear celluloid covers.
Details:
- Type: Locket Pendant
- Era: Edwardian Era
- Maker: Binder Bros
- Signature: Conjoined circles around BB
- Material: Gold Filled
- Cameo: Hand Carved Shell Cameo
- Shape: Oval
- Design: Hand engraved center panel with rope trim
- Interior: Complete with two photo frames and clear celluloid covers
- Measurements: Approximately 1 1/2 inches / 39mm tall including bail by 1 1/16 inches / 27mm wide by 1/4 inch / 7mm thick
- Cameo Measurements: Approximately 3/4 inch / 19mm by 3/8 inch / 10mm
- Weight: Approximately 11.4 grams
- Condition: Very good antique condition with light interior patina consistent with age and regular use. Please review all photos for details.
Elegant worn alone on a fine chain or layered with other antique pieces, this Binder Bros shell cameo locket brings warmth, sentiment, and Edwardian refinement to a personal jewelry collection.