Art Nouveau 14k Dragon Locket with Diamond Eye

An antique 14k Art Nouveau locket circa 1900, featuring a dragon or chimera motif. The detail is heavily embossed giving depth to the design, with chiseled scales and graceful whiplash movement of its tail, while a tiny gleaming old mine cut diamond eye offers a hint of sparkle against the rich warm hue of the metal.

The back is plain and could be engraved with intials or a special date. Please send us a message before purchase if you are interested in the details of our engarving service.

Details: The locket itself measures approximately 7/8" in diameter, it has a 1 1/4" drop with the bail. Opens to reveal space for one photo with the original photo holder. Marked on the inside 14k next to the jeweler's hallmark for Carter, Gough & Company, manufacturing jewelers out of Newark, N.J. Weighs approximately 7.2 grams.

Condition: In excellent antique condition with a light antique patina and a couple of small shallow dings on the back.  Opens smoothly and closes securely with an audible snap.