{"product_id":"antique-skm-co-gold-filled-rounded-square-engraved-locket-with-original-celluloid-cover","title":"Antique SKM \u0026 Co. Gold-Filled Rounded-Square Engraved Locket with Original Celluloid Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly remarkable piece of American jewelry history: an authentic, signed antique locket crafted by the renowned S.K. Merrill Company (marked SKM \u0026amp; CO). Founded in Providence, Rhode Island in 1872, the company was famous for producing high-quality, durable, and ornately detailed lockets. This specific piece dates to the late Victorian or Edwardian era (circa 1890-1915).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis dainty locket is in rare, collector-grade condition. Unlike most pieces of this age, it shows minimal to no notable brassing or gold wear-through along the high-friction edges. The exterior features gorgeous, crisp scrollwork and floral engravings that have retained their beautiful depth and mirror-like golden luster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Mechanics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mechanics of this locket are perfect. The hinge is tight with zero wobble, and it snaps shut securely with a crisp, satisfying click. Inside, the original photo bezel\/frame is entirely intact. Most importantly, it still features its original clear celluloid photo cover—a fragile component that is almost always cracked, yellowed, or missing entirely from 100+ year-old pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExterior: Pristine antique condition. Excellent gold layer retention with minimal to no pocket wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior: Clean, signed \"SKM \u0026amp; CO\" inside a shield hallmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional: Snaps closed tightly. Hinge is flush and secure. Original celluloid insert included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect as a meaningful heirloom gift, a stunning addition to an antique watch chain fob collection, or a historical pendant for daily wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all high-resolution photos as they form part of the condition description. Chain not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Time To Shine Vintage Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43734063382641,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/7887\/8321\/files\/C94342BF-5306-4477-B910-5011706370E9.jpg?v=1785099181","url":"https:\/\/timetoshinevintagecollection.com\/products\/antique-skm-co-gold-filled-rounded-square-engraved-locket-with-original-celluloid-cover","provider":"Time To Shine Vintage Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}