A late Victorian 14ct gold split pearl, garnet and ruby locket, circa 1880. Of oval-shape...

Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches in keeping with general wear. Small areas of discolouration around the stone settings. Rubies are a pink-red hue with abrasion to the surface and typical inclusion. The garnet is a dark red hue with abrasion to the facet edges. The split pearls are a cream body colour with minor blemishes. The length includes the pendant hoop of 2cms. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.