A wonderful vintage orb or ball locket crafted in 9ct yellow gold on an 18” chain. The locket has a pretty machine turned flower design to the surface of the gold. This is a lovely piece that can be worn on its own or as part of a neck stack.

The locket has a diameter of 16mm and a drop, including the bail, of 26mm. On its own the locket weighs 5.6g, with the chain it weighs 8g.

The locket has space for small photographs on the inside. Its acetate and rims are intact.

The locket closes with a satisfactory ‘click’. It is has the sponsor’s mark of ‘NBs’ and a full hallmark for 9ct gold, Birmingham, 1991 and It also has a patent registration number. The bail is also stamped ‘9 375’ for 9ct gold.

The trace link chain measures 18‘‘/46cm long and has a small bolt ring clasp. It is stamped ‘375’ for 9ct gold on a disc next to the clasp. The links measure approximately 3mm x 2mm x 1mm.

Please look at the photographs as they form part of the description. Please note this is a vintage piece of jewellery and as such shows some signs of wear.

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