Antique 18k Gold Musical Instrument Locket Circa 1872 lightbox and old-world in every detail

and old-world in every detail

Bold scale with smooth movement and flexibility

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Vintage Georges L’Enfant for Car/tier suite in 18k yellow gold

Antique 18k Gold Musical Instrument Locket Circa 1872 lightbox and old-world in every detailThe glowing patina on this one gets me. Beautifully made in 18k yellow gold and decorated with a collection of musical instruments including a lyre, drum, horn, and what appears to be a flute or fife, all worked in raised relief across the front. The original handwritten family tag remains with the piece and references family information dating to circa 1872, giving it the kind of provenance we rarely get to see survive with a locket. Measures 34. 4 x