Art Nouveau Solid Gold Locket Necklace 1915 Golden Wedding Gift Stratton powder compact The base bears the sponsors

The base bears the sponsors mark (I D into a rectangle)

The curbs are hallmarked with the lion passant (sterling silver) stamp

the gilt surfaces have been protected by a layer of transparent enamel and so they will never tarnish or need to be cleaned

The hallmarks are clearly visible '202FI' & '800' silver

Art Nouveau Solid Gold Locket Necklace 1915 Golden Wedding Gift Stratton powder compact The base bears the sponsorsA delightful diamond shaped fully hallmarked gold locket which was assayed* (tested for gold purity*) at Glasgow Assay Office in 1915. The exterior case of this Art Nouveau portrait locket is embellished with ivy and acanthus leaves and a shield shaped cartouche. The shield motif conveys the desire to protect. Acanthus leaves symbolise everlasting life. Ivy leaves represent the strong bonds of friendship, marriage and family. The portrait compartments