Antique puffy gold heart

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Antique 9ct rose gold puffy heart charm

Beautiful chubby rose gold heart charm. Full hallmark and maker’s mark to front, believed late Victorian. Around 1.1cm wide and 1.4cm in length, with a 4mm jump ring, lead solder visible. Surface wear/small dings, otherwise good.

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SKU: ab6 Categories: Charms, Hearts, Uncategorized

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