{"product_id":"victorian-9ct-gold-mizpah-locket","title":"Victorian 9ct Gold Mizpah Locket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian 9ct Gold Mizpah Locket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful late Victorian Mizpah locket, rich with the romantic symbolism so characteristic of sentimental jewelry from the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front is intricately decorated with raised engraving surrounding the word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMIZPAH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the reverse features ornate ivy leaves — a traditional Victorian symbol of attachment, fidelity and “clinging” love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMizpah jewelry became especially popular in the mid- to late-19th century and was often exchanged between loved ones facing a period of separation. The word comes from Genesis 31:49: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It became a deeply sentimental expression of love, remembrance and protection across distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe locket is crafted in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9ct gold back and front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning the visible front and back are 9ct gold with an internal metal structure added for strength. It opens to an empty interior and would require frames and covers if you would like to add photographs or keepsakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully meaningful Victorian piece with beautiful engraving and history — lovely worn alone or layered with other antique pendants and chains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Victorian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9ct gold back and front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMizpah inscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngraved ivy leaf decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart-shaped locket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpty interior; frames and covers not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.56g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures approximately 18mm x 21mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with its history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A.FIER LIFESTYLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43276032606306,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2723\/0510\/files\/IMG_4211.jpg?v=1788212359","url":"https:\/\/afierlifestyle.com\/products\/victorian-9ct-gold-mizpah-locket","provider":"A.FIER LIFESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}