EARLY 19TH CENTURY PEARL & ROCK CRYSTAL HEART LOCKET WITH PADLOCK & KEY

A historically significant early 19th century pearl and rock crystal heart pendant, with a miniature padlock and key charm either side.

The large scale heart has a rock crystal centre surrounded by juicy pearls set in high carat gold.

The padlock and key are suspended from gorgeous micro belcher chain.

The reverse of the pendant has a heart shape hinged locket compartment, and is inscribed with:

‘Thomas Russell Obitt 22 Oct 1803

Henry Joy M Cracken Obitt July 1798’

These were two prominent figures from the Irish rebellion in 1798. Which ended in both their executions.

In 1798, an underground republican group known as the Society of United Irishmen instigated a major uprising against British rule in Ireland. Although the revolt ended in total defeat for the rebels, it marked a significant watershed in Irish history.

MEASUREMENTS

Size approx: 3.5cm x 2.5cm

WEIGHT

Weight approx: 8.4g

MATERIALS

Pearl, rock crystal & high carat gold

CONDITION

Excellent

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