{"product_id":"antique-victorian-agate-padlock-collar-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch","title":"Antique Victorian Agate Padlock Collar Necklace Silver 18ct Gold Gilt 16.5 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDating to the mid-19th century, this grand antique Victorian Scottish padlock collar necklace is expertly crafted in silver and finished in a rich 18ct yellow-gilt. Measuring 16.5 inches, the collar is formed from a sequence of matching disc and triple-bar links, each delicately engraved with romantic floral wreath motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe focal point, is a large clover padlock clasp, featuring hand-carved, chocolate-brown banded agates, with intricate hand-chased foliate engraving to the reverse and a small, round hallmark at the base, hinting at a later Continental European import.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring the Victorian era, padlock jewellery emerged as a particularly evocative expression of romantic devotion. The lock symbolised a heart kept safely and faithfully by its beloved, while each leaf of the clover was traditionally associated with hope, faith and love. The floral wreath motifs further enhance the theme of eternal, unbreakable devotion, while the banded agate represents strength and unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith its rich golden glow, beautifully preserved decoration and wonderfully sentimental symbolism, this exceptional Victorian collar is a captivating addition to any collection of antique jewellery. Elegant when draped along the collarbone, it is a distinctive statement piece that carries with it both history and romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 61.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Chain Length 16.5 inches x Width 13 – 22mm – Padlock Height 36mm x Width 23mm x Depth 11mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003eMETAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003e: Silver\/ 18ct Gold gilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"SV\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: SV;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTONES\u003c\/b\u003e: Natural Banded Agates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Victorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: Continental European Import mark \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/b\u003e: 26-235\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jewellery Addiction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57566718460277,"sku":"26-235","price":1656.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2365\/8967\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Agate-Padlock-Collar-Necklace-social1.jpg?v=1789130971","url":"https:\/\/jewelleryaddiction.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-victorian-agate-padlock-collar-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch","provider":"Jewellery Addiction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}