Victorian 15k Gold Foliate Chased Oval Locket zircon Posy Rings take their name

Posy Rings take their name from the old word Poesy meaning a poem or poetic line

I (Regina Victoria Imperatrix) in red and blue enamel

and a Broken Column for History (Clio)

Width of band: 2

Victorian 15k Gold Foliate Chased Oval Locket zircon Posy Rings take their nameDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A fine antique oval locket modelled in 15 karat gold. The front and back are both hand chased, with gorgeous and intricate floral and foliate designs. It opens to reveal two locket compartments, each one home to an antique photograph behind what is presumably the original glass. Complete with its original gold bail. MEASUREMENTS 4. 8 x 2. 8cm (including bail) WEIGHT 15. 6g MARKS No marks present, tests as 15k gold CONDITION