{"product_id":"antique-1879-sterling-silver-victorian-belt-snowdrop-locket-pendant","title":"Antique 1879 Sterling Silver Victorian \"Belt Buckle\u0026 Snowdrop\" Locket Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe belt buckle was one of the most beloved motifs in Victorian sentimental jewelry. More than just a fashion statement, it served as a powerful symbol of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeternity, fidelity, and protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As the belt curves around and threads back through the buckle, it creates an \"eternal loop\"—a promise that the bond between the giver and wearer would never be broken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdding to the romance of this piece is the exquisite hand-engraved reverse side featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnowdrops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the Victorian \"Language of Flowers,\" the snowdrop—the first bloom to pierce the winter snow—symbolized \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehope, rebirth, and consolation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Together, the buckle and the snowdrops make this locket a profound \"Love Token\" of resilience and lasting devotion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis museum-quality piece has been preserved remarkably well for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e141 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully hallmarked for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirmingham, 1879\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring the Lion Passant, the Anchor, and the date letter \"e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front features a high-relief \"3D\" belt buckle applique. The interior retains its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo original sterling silver frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one with a glass cover and one with a plastic oval cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent antique condition. The hinge is sturdy and firm, closing with a crisp, secure \"snap.\" As an authentic antique, it shows light superficial scratches and two very minor dings to the back which do not detract from its structural integrity. It possesses a beautiful original patina; we have only gently wiped it with a soft cloth to preserve its history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Victorian (Dated 1879)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Birmingham, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid Sterling Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 24 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5\" x 2.5\" (including the substantial bail)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis locket will arrive carefully presented in a gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping Insurance is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease feel free to ask any questions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NORRYKIN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56388538499238,"sku":null,"price":980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6544\/6054\/files\/IMG-9850.jpg?v=1776291284","url":"https:\/\/norrykin.com\/products\/antique-1879-sterling-silver-victorian-belt-snowdrop-locket-pendant","provider":"NORRYKIN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}