Locket

Circular locket, with a glazed gilt metal setting. The setting comes complete with a suspension ring. Contained under glass on the front of the locket is a miniature painted on ivory depicting a battle scene. A ship is also painted on the back of glass that covers the ivory. There is an empty compartment at the back of the locket, which is lined with black velvet.

Object Details

ID: JEW0212
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Locket
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: early 19th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 10 mm x 50 mm x 61 mm x 50 mm