70s Romantic Victorian Revival Remembrance Gold Tone Locket w/Blue Enamel Flower

This lovely, vintage locket was made in the late 60s or early 70s, and it was fashioned in the "Victorian Revival" style. For several decades of the 20th century, designers brought back the unique style and symbolism of pieces created during the Victorian era. 

This particular piece features a stylized Forget-Me-Not flower, calling back to the concept of the language of flowers, a way to communicate stronger emotions like love, devotion, or grief, without violating the social mores of the time, when it was discouraged to openly show intense personal emotions. The intention of the piece is to use it to honor a loved one who has passed, and carry a photo of them along with the flower that represents your continued connection to their memory. (But of course, you can use it for any purpose you wish!)

It is typical of 70s design to incorporate floral scrollwork into the design but in a more simplified or interpretive way, to mix the aesthetics of the Victorian era along with the style of the time the piece was being created. The flower is presented simply and beautifully, its cold-enameled colors still vibrant.

There is unfortunately no maker's mark and no marking to positively identify the exact composition of the metal. It has been dated based on the level of wear on the piece and design elements such as the hinge and the other findings. 

It is approximately 1.25" tall (excluding the bail) x 1" wide, large enough to be noticeable, but not large enough that you feel like it's wearing you instead of the other way around. The clasp is properly functioning and is secure when closed. The interior holds up to 2 photos (or other small mementos). The matching gold-tone necklace is included.