Antique Victorian 14k Gold Filled Black Paste Cross Locket Pendant by J.M.F. & Company

A stunning survival of the late 19th-century American jewelry industry. This Victorian-era locket, crafted by the prestigious J.M. Fisher & Co. of Attleboro, MA, is a testament to timeless devotion. Featuring a central cross handset with midnight-hued black paste stones, this piece embodies the "Faith & Remembrance" jewelry popularized in the late 1800s.

This locket features a traditional "Bloomed Gold" finish—a luxurious 19th-century acid-etching technique that creates a velvety, buttery 24k-gold-rich surface. For added buyer confidence, the exterior has been professionally verified with a Kee Gold Tester, holding a strong and consistent 14K Gold reading. This ensures a substantial layer of gold that far exceeds modern plating.

This is an authentic antique with over a century of history, and it carries its story beautifully.
• The Front: The midnight-black paste stones show some minor chipping upon close inspection (typical for authentic Victorian glass of this age), yet they retain a deep, mysterious luster that modern stones cannot replicate.
• The Reverse: The back shows visible period wear to the gold-filled surface—a graceful patina from years of being worn close to the heart.
• Mechanics: The hinge remains tight and the locket closes with a firm, secure snap. It includes the original interior photo frames.

• Maker: Signed J.M.F. & Co. on the bail (J.M. Fisher & Co., established 1879).
• Era: Circa 1890–1905.
• Material: 14K Gold Filled (Electronically Verified).
• Gemstones: Original Hand-Set Black Paste (Victorian glass).

Weight Approximately: grams.

This locket will arrive carefully presented in a gift box.

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