Le Carnet | Antique Gold Filled Locket Watch Chain Fob Necklace (Victorian, c. 1900–1915)

For what mattered most. Practicality has always had its own elegance. Le Carnet offered its first owner a beautifully appointed place for the details of everyday devotion: a photograph carefully trimmed to fit, a note folded into quarters, the names and reminders that accompanied a life fully lived. More than ornament, it was designed to participate in the day. Originally worn as a watch fob, the substantial gold-filled locket retains its swivel dog clip and generously proportioned interior compartments. Everything about its construction speaks to function, yet the maker couldn’t resist embellishment. The front swells with an extravagant repoussé motif, while the reverse erupts into a dramatic starburst. Practicality may have dictated its purpose. Personality shaped its final form. Details • Era: Victorian, c. 1900–1915 • Origin: Paris, France • Material: Gold Filled • Size: Chain approx. 14 1/4 inches; locket approx.1 1/4 x 7/8 inches • Style: Watch chain fob necklace / box locket necklace • Hallmarks: None found • Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Swivel dog clip functions properly. Interior compartments remain intact and ready once again for photographs or keepsakes. Surface wear consistent with age is present upon close inspection. • Styling Notes: Wear Le Carnet as a statement piece on its own or layered with longer chains and charms. The substantial proportions and original hardware make it equally compelling to collectors of antique watch chains and those drawn to jewelry with a previous life. Please Note: Jewelry box, chains, styling props, and any additional items shown in photos are for display purposes only unless specifically listed as included. Your piece will arrive carefully packaged in RetroStarr presentation wrapping, ready for gifting, collecting, or immediate wear. Curated by Dana Sednek, GIA trained jewelry professional and founder of RetroStarr, where each jewel is hand selected for its past lives and future attitude.