Victorian RBM Atrice Gold-Filled Engraved Locket Necklace 1915 Floral Design

Antique gold-filled locket by R.B. McDonald & Co.’s Atrice line, featuring hand-engraved floral and swirling panel motifs. Patent-dated 1903 and inscribed 1915, suspended from a gold-filled chain. • Brand/Designer: R.B. McDonald & Co. (“Atrice” / “Little Beatrice” line) • Composition/Material: Gold-filled locket + gold-filled chain • Color: Warm yellow gold tone • Era: Late Victorian to early Art Nouveau (manufactured c.1903–1910) • Style/Features: Swirled engraved panels with floral detailing; hand engraving; smooth reverse; round locket form • Cultural Context: Atrice line popularized in the late 19th–early 20th century as affordable sentimental jewelry • Size/Fit: Locket approx. 1.25" diameter, chain 20" • Patent: PAT FEB 10-03 stamped inside • Chain Mark: Signed “A Co” (gold-filled chain manufacturer) CONDITION NOTES Light surface wear and expected patina consistent with age; engraving remains sharp and the locket opens/closes properly. Chain and clasp functional. in good, vintage, preloved, and wearable condition. Sold as is. Any additional cleaning or polishing is at the discretion of the buyer. Please review all photos and ask questions before purchasing.