An Opal, Emerald and Gold Padlock Locket Clasp, circa 1840-50
The heart shaped padlock with scroll work above a textured ground, set to the front with three oval cabochon-cut opals and four mixed-cut emeralds, with glass locket reverse
(small crack to locket)
Unmarked tests as 9 carat
Total weight 5.9gms
Dimensions
Total length 3cm
Total width 2cm
Each opal measures approximately 3.4mm x 3.2mm all varying in colour
Each emerald measures approximately 1.2mm diameter