Victorian Silver Locket on Beautiful Belcher Chain The middle pane is reverse

The middle pane is reverse painted black with a brass medallion attached at the top

the Devil and other evil spirits as it was believed that these entities were afraid of horseshoes since they were made of iron and iron can withstand fire

Additional Details Date: 1876

As for why horseshoes are considered lucky

There is a small piece missing from the left and right side where the frame nails have been pressed against the card stock

Victorian Silver Locket on Beautiful Belcher Chain The middle pane is reverseThe 1860s brought about a number of pivotal changes affecting nearly all matters of Victorian life both at home and abroad. What began as a decade of high hopes and promise for the future quickly dissolved into a period defined by death and grief. In England, the 20 year Romantic Period came to an abrupt end following the untimely death of Queen Victoria's beloved husband, Prince Albert. This devastating loss thrust not only the bereaved queen but