Edwardian Shreve & Co. Celestial Bloomed Gold Pearl Locket, Elizabeth 1902

About This Locket:

A treasured piece from the early 1900s, this Shreve & Co. locket captures the romance of the Edwardian era. Delicate bloomed gold hosts a luminous pearl nestled within an elegant star motif, while the inscription "Elizabeth 1902" whispers of a cherished moment frozen in time. A celestial keepsake meant to hold memories close to the heart.

Bloomed gold is a historic surface treatment in which an acid wash was used to bring a thin layer of pure gold to the surface, creating a soft, velvety matte finish. Most commonly seen on Victorian and Edwardian jewelry, it can also be found on some vintage pieces. This delicate finish remains highly sought after by collectors today.

Shreve & Co. is one of California's oldest and most prestigious luxury jewelers. Founded in 1852 by George C. Shreve in San Francisco during the California Gold Rush, the company quickly became synonymous with exceptional craftsmanship and luxury on the West Coast. Still in business today, Shreve & Co. has served generations of Californians and remains an icon of the state's jewelry heritage. Antique and vintage pieces bearing the Shreve & Co. name are highly sought after for their quality, elegance, and historic significance.

Condition:

Good antique condition with minor scratches and scuff marks consistent with over a century of history. The locket closes securely, preserving its function as a wearable treasure.

Details:

Inscription: “Elizabeth 1902”

Materials: Tests as 14K.

Dimensions: 16.71 mm x 16.74 mm x 5.17 mm (without bail)

Pearl: 2mm Average Diameter 

Weight: 3.41  grams

Maker: Shreve & Co.

Era: Edwardian, circa early 1900s (approximate)

 

Please note that when evaluated with alternate methods, including XRF, vintage, antique, and pre-owned jewelry may read slightly below the stated purity due to variations in alloy composition, manufacturing tolerances, the presence of other materials, solder, bloomed surfaces, or past repairs. This piece may read anywhere from 12K to 13.9K. Stones have been graded, assessed, and measured in their settings; evaluations are limited to what the setting permits. Treatments, if present, may not always be detectable.All details, including weights and dimensions, are approximate. Item color may vary slightly from photos due to differences in lighting and screen settings. Any stated circa dates are based on stylistic and manufacturing characteristics and should be considered approximate.