Charming Victorian masquerade locket circa 1870.
 
The front of the oval locket enamelled with a stylised portrait of a lady wearing a black mask and a violet gown or bodice.
 
Her eyes are set with two paste stones.
 
The locket opens  to reveal a glass compartment to store a photograph and a locket of hair, or other such souvenir.
 
The locket is made from a gold metal. 
 
weight -  14.9g
 
measures - 34mm x 29mm not including bale
 
condition - excellent antique condition