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