Indonesian Locket on Chain with Arrow Head Motif

Little silver box on a chain, with a pale shield-shaped window.

This sterling silver locket on a chain with an arrow head motif is from Bali, Indonesia, and is contemporary. A locket is a small hinged case worn on a chain, and it has traditionally been used to hold a keepsake such as a portrait or a lock of hair. Square box pendant hanging from a fine link chain, displayed on a black velvet bust. The front carries a pale, shield-shaped inset surrounded by tarnished metal. Two small loops at the top hold the chain.

Compact enough to carry, and handsome enough to be noticed.