A remarkable little Victorian solid silver locket with an embossed fox head and horseshoe design.
Curator’s note
This locket is full of classic Victorian symbolism. The fox symbolises cunning, mystery and intelligence, while the horseshoe is for good luck. The message carried by the gifter or wearer of this piece might be ‘use your cunning and be lucky’ - such an appealing sentiment!
The quality of this locket shines through with the crisp rendering of the fox and horseshoe motifs.
Details:
Date: Victorian - 1899
Hallmarks: full hallmarks for Birmingham 1899, and a maker’s mark for silversmith and fob maker, John Culver
Weight and size: 2.9cm in length incl. Jump ring. 1.7cm in width. 3.5 grams
Condition: Very good condition with no dents or notable issues to the case. Inside there are areas to put your own photographs but no glass covers. Closes neatly and snugly.
A remarkable little Victorian solid silver locket with an embossed fox head and horseshoe design.
Curator’s note
This locket is full of classic Victorian symbolism. The fox symbolises cunning, mystery and intelligence, while the horseshoe is for good luck. The message carried by the gifter or wearer of this piece might be ‘use your cunning and be lucky’ - such an appealing sentiment!
The quality of this locket shines through with the crisp rendering of the fox and horseshoe motifs.
Details:
Date: Victorian - 1899
Hallmarks: full hallmarks for Birmingham 1899, and a maker’s mark for silversmith and fob maker, John Culver
Weight and size: 2.9cm in length incl. Jump ring. 1.7cm in width. 3.5 grams
Condition: Very good condition with no dents or notable issues to the case. Inside there are areas to put your own photographs but no glass covers. Closes neatly and snugly.
