{"product_id":"antique-blue-john-and-18th-century-spade-guinea-locket-pendant","title":"ANTIQUE BLUE JOHN AND 18TH CENTURY SPADE GUINEA LOCKET PENDANT","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA completely unique antique locket made of Blue John and a George III 18th century 22ct gold spade guinea coin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe front of the locket has a fantastic domed specimen of Blue John, which is a variety of Fluorite, only found in a tiny area in Derbyshire, England, making it extremely rare and desirable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Blue John shows wonderful bands of purple, blue, and golden yellow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis locket has been cut to feature a streak of purple across the centre! With an old cut diamond set in the middle to create extra sparkle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe reverse of the locket incorporates an original 18th century spade Guinea coin which is made of 22ct gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe coin features the laureate head of King George Ill with the Latin inscription “GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe inside of the locket shows the reverse of the coin recognizable by the distinct spade-shaped crowned shield displaying four coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe locket also has a glass frame lined with the original blue silk. Perfect for adding a photo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis locket is a one off, likely designed by the owner during the mid 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt looks so cool worn either way round to show the Blue John or the spade guinea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMEASUREMENTS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize approx: Diameter: 2.5cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThickness (excl diamond) approx: 1.3cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTotal drop approx: 3.5cm incl bail \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWEIGHT \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWeight approx: 24g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMATERIALS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22ct gold coin, Blue John, diamond, locket frame 18ct gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVery good, some nibbles to edge of blue John, and surface scratches, file mark to chunky bail - see photos for full condition details. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFREE SHIPPING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e ON ALL ORDERS, JUST SELECT FREE SHIPPING AT CHECKOUT *\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE ALL JEWELLERY BOXES AND PROPS USED IN THE PHOTOS ARE FOR DISPLAY ONLY. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Old Cut ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50636362121471,"sku":"#3449-1350","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/8021\/5295\/files\/FCF474BA-FC09-4ECE-AA6F-00D2995E18BB.jpg?v=1791711080","url":"https:\/\/www.theoldcut.co.uk\/products\/antique-blue-john-and-18th-century-spade-guinea-locket-pendant","provider":"The Old Cut ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}