So rare to find the padlock and key!
Victorian sterling silver heart padlock charm is a piece of sentimental jewelry. The repousse heart is functional originally these were used as clasps on bracelets. Add a chain between the padlock and key and make an interesting pendant. Marked with "Sterling" .
The heart shape symbolizes love and affection, while the padlock represents faithfulness and devotion. In the Victorian era, men would sometimes lock the padlock on a woman's bracelet and keep the key as a token of fidelity when separated.
13/16" top to bottom x 5/8" wide.
3.6 grams
Very good working condition.
So rare to find the padlock and key!
Victorian sterling silver heart padlock charm is a piece of sentimental jewelry. The repousse heart is functional originally these were used as clasps on bracelets. Add a chain between the padlock and key and make an interesting pendant. Marked with "Sterling" .
The heart shape symbolizes love and affection, while the padlock represents faithfulness and devotion. In the Victorian era, men would sometimes lock the padlock on a woman's bracelet and keep the key as a token of fidelity when separated.
13/16" top to bottom x 5/8" wide.
3.6 grams
Very good working condition.
