Victorian 9k Bohemian Barnet Heart Locket Sodalite signifying its hollow body

signifying its hollow body

The collet is raised

Made of silver-topped 14kt yellow gold

and purple and weigh an approximate collective 27ctw+

Victorian 9k Bohemian Barnet Heart Locket Sodalite signifying its hollow bodyBohemian garnet jewelry dates back to the 19th century. During this time, garnets were one of the most popular types of stones used in jewelry production. Bohemian garnets, originally mined in the region of Bohemia in the modern day Czech Republic, in particular were renowned for their striking deep red hue. The garnets were often placed close together in an effort to produce a more pronounced color and brightness than when they were set singularly.