Rare Fully Hallmarked Edwardian Gold Victoria Cross Shaped Locket Necklace 1908 solid gold necklaces The depiction of ivy leaves

The depiction of ivy leaves represent fidelity

The base is also decorated with an engraved scene

Baron was the Royal Court photographer to the British royal family

An attractive celluloid & enamel lid showing the magnificent M V INNISFALLEN at sea

MATERIALS: Sterling Silver

Rare Fully Hallmarked Edwardian Gold Victoria Cross Shaped Locket Necklace 1908 solid gold necklaces The depiction of ivy leavesThis rare Edwardian locket is fashioned in the shape of the Victoria Cross. This splendid antique is embellished with deeply symbolic imagery. This antique was assayed* (tested for gold purity*) at Chester Assay Office in 1908. Most of the recipients of the Victoria Cross have their portraits included on the official lists but not all of them. The gentleman portrayed in this locket may have been a recipient of the Victoria Cross for extreme bravery in