Star & Moon Locket - Antique Gold Filled Rhinestone Pendant Necklace Charm - Edwardian 1900s Era Celestial Crescent Photo Fashion Jewelry

Gorgeous antique circa 1900s Edwardian era gold filled rhinestone star & moon locket! This stunning statement locket features an incised star and crescent moon motif on the front, that is encrusted with rhinestones. The back of the locket has the initials "EM" lovingly engraved on it. The inside is empty with an original bezel ready to hold your special photo. A magical piece of Edwardian era jewelry, featuring a symbolic crescent moon and star motif!

ERA - Circa 1900s - Edwardian

METAL / MATERIAL - Gold filled locket, rhinestones, gold filled chain

MARKING / HISTORY - Inside of locket is marked "S&BL Co." a maker's mark for the S. & B. Lederer Company, a prominent American jewelry manufacturer founded in the 1870s in Providence, Rhode Island. Originally established as Seery & Lederer, the firm was officially renamed S. & B. Lederer in 1884.

Crescent moons in Victorian jewelry often represented spirituality and the glorification of the Feminine Moon Goddess. The stars were symbols of direction, and guidance for the spirit.

CONDITION - Good antique condition. Gold filled metal has been professionally cleaned. Moderate age appropriate patina & wear remains. Rhinestones are secure in settings. Amazing antique star & moon locket!

SIZE / MEASUREMENTS - Pendant (including bail): 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches, Weight: 9.12 grams

PRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

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