Want to see it in person?
We look forward to welcoming you to the AJC Townhouse, our home in the heart of London's Mayfair - and one of London's best kept secrets.
Book Your AppointmentA beautiful and quite large 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold padlock that was made circa 1840. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with an almond shaped cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
More garnetDescribes a group of several closely related minerals. Garnets come in a variety of colours, however the most common colour is dark red. In descriptions, ‘garnet’ tends to refer to dark red stones unless otherwise specified. More. It has been engraved with scroll work with contrasting stippling around the garnet. On the reverse is a glazed locket that contains a lock of hair. The padlock hinges open so you can either wear it on a necklace or with a bracelet.
![]()
Early padlocks are so hard to find nowadays and this one is a lovely example in great condition.
Unmarked, tested to 15ct gold.
We are pleased to offer free worldwide delivery on all orders.
All deliveries are fully insured with end-to-end tracking.
Estimated delivery
UK - Thursday 8th June
USA, Europe & Rest of World - 6-8 working days
We offer a 30 day, full money-back guarantee on all purchases.
UK - Free, with a pre-paid returns envelope
USA, Europe & Rest of World - Buyer pays for return postage and any taxes/duties applied
We look forward to welcoming you to the AJC Townhouse, our home in the heart of London's Mayfair - and one of London's best kept secrets.
Book Your AppointmentBuying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
Find Out MoreWe always stand by our five core principals:
Quality, Rarity, Expertise, Peace of Mind and Personal Touch