Victorian "FINE OLD XXXX" Wine Barrel Locket gaming token Italian circa 1880

Italian circa 1880

A great statement piece that's developed a beautiful antique patina over the years

Excellent (near mint)

A stunning Gerogian paste rivière necklace dating from the early 19th century

a couple of very minor nibbles to the girdle of the sapphire

Victorian "FINE OLD XXXX" Wine Barrel Locket gaming token Italian circa 1880DATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Unusual antique locket in the form of a barrel with the words FINE OLD XXXX. My first thought was a whisky barrel (on account of the fine old) but on further reflection I'm guessing it's more likely wine (or even beer port another four lettered alcoholic beverage). Whatever your personal preference of poison, it's a wonderful little thing crafted in 9k gold with red and turquoise enamel hoops and (bizarrely) the N in FINE is