Victorian Gutta Percha Mizpah Carved Locket with Original Glass Frames

Imagine yourself transported to the year 1870, amidst the opulent splendor of the Victorian era. In the heart of this era's fashion renaissance lies our exquisite locket, a testament to the era's penchant for sophistication and sentimentality. Crafted in Gutta percha, a material derived from tropical trees indigenous to Southeast Asia. The sap from the trees formed a latex which allowed the Victorians to create jewelry, furniture and art, it was also used in dentistry. Blocks of gray, black and brown were used by the artists to create the pieces that were carved with meticulous care and adorned with intricate detail. Measuring a substantial 70.3 mm north to south and 48.3 mm across, with a thickness of 26.6 mm, this locket commands attention with its impressive presence. With a gentle touch, it opens to reveal glass frames measuring 43.7x34 mm, ready to cradle the cherished memories of its wearer. Whether it holds a lock of a loved one's hair or a precious photograph, this locket is a