{"product_id":"antique-victorian-9k-gold-mourning-hair-locket-pendant","title":"Antique Victorian 9K Gold Mourning Hair Locket Pendant","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA fascinating piece of Victorian mourning jewelry, this antique pendant preserves a delicate lock of hair within a circular glazed compartment. Framed by richly contrasting black enamel and gold lettering, the pendant carries the inscription “L’AMICO DEL MEO COR”, a sentimental expression associated with affection and remembrance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reverse is equally beautiful, featuring a black enamel border decorated with gold floral motifs and delicate geometric accents. Fine gold bands frame the central compartment, while the warm rose-toned gold edge adds a subtle contrast to the dark enamel.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDuring the Victorian era, jewelry containing a loved one's hair served as a deeply personal keepsake, allowing memories and connections to be preserved in a tangible form. This pendant is a particularly evocative example of that tradition, combining intricate enamel decoration, symbolic lettering, and a carefully preserved lock of hair.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe pendant displays age-related wear consistent with its antiquity, including visible surface marks and wear to the enamel and glazed compartment. These characteristics are shown in the photographs and form part of the piece's history.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEra: Victorian, 19th Century\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMetal: 9K Rosy Gold (Tested)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eStyle: Mourning \/ Sentimental Jewelry\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDesign: Circular pendant with black enamel, gold lettering, and floral decoration\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eInterior: Glazed compartment containing a lock of hair\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eInscription: “L’AMICO DEL MEO COR”\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLength: Approximately 41.28 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWidth: Approximately 39.12 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eTotal Weight: 17.67 g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Good antique condition with visible age-related wear, surface scratches, and enamel wear\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePlease Note: This is an authentic antique mourning keepsake containing human hair. The identity of the original owner and the individual commemorated is unknown.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eP9KGLA101326A001\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gilded Roach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49315525329086,"sku":"P9KGLA101326A001","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/1971\/5262\/files\/PXL_20261014_231457926_4312515.jpg?v=1792123015","url":"https:\/\/gildedroach.com\/products\/antique-victorian-9k-gold-mourning-hair-locket-pendant","provider":"Gilded Roach","version":"1.0","type":"link"}