{"product_id":"antique-ruby-and-diamond-puffy-heart-locket-of-15k-gold","title":"Antique Ruby and Diamond Puffy Heart Locket of 15k Gold","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAn antique locket dating to 1903, featuring a beautiful puffy heart crafted in 15K gold and adorned with a floral motif set with a ruby and diamonds. Puffy heart lockets were among the most cherished sentimental jewels of the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, symbolizing enduring love while providing a treasured place to hold a photograph or keepsake. This example is hallmarked for Birmingham, England, with a 1903 date letter, confirming its English origin.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe locket measures approximately 1.1 inches from the top of the bail to the bottom and 0.7 inches wide. It weighs 3.45 grams and remains in great antique condition. The locket opens and closes securely, with the ruby, diamonds, and gold work beautifully preserved.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGemstone identification has been confirmed using Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive analytical technique that provides a precise chemical fingerprint to verify authenticity. Metal authenticity has been professionally verified using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analysis and traditional jeweler’s acid testing, confirming solid 15K gold construction.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAn exceptional example of Edwardian sentimental jewelry, this English puffy heart locket combines documented provenance, refined craftsmanship, and timeless symbolism in a piece that is as meaningful today as it was more than a century ago.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Trademark Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50667479826497,"sku":"L588","price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0445\/7909\/files\/antique-ruby-and-diamond-puffy-heart-locket-of-15k-gold-2412882.jpg?v=1791924251","url":"https:\/\/trademarkantiques.com\/products\/antique-ruby-and-diamond-puffy-heart-locket-of-15k-gold","provider":"Trademark Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}