We love searching for antique and vintage gold charms as you never know what you're going to find next - like this rare and highly collectable vintage gold beetle charm that holds a fantastic secret inside!
The beetle is incredibly detailed to the outside and when you open it, you reveal a tiny version of The Beatles inside and the lyrics 'Yeah yeah yeah' from the song 'She Loves You'. The four figures are joined together and move on the hinge from one side of the beetle to the other.
The charm is made of 9ct gold and has British hallmarks to the outisde underneath of the beetle for the maker 'G&H', 9ct gold, London and the date letter 'h' for 1963.
The charm weighs approx 5.2g and when closed the beetle measures approx 22.9mm long (not including the jump ring) by approx 14.7mm wide by approx 9.3mm deep.
Condition - The charm is in good vintage condition but does show some signs of age and wear, including some light surface wear to the gold. There looks to be a small indent to the top of the beetle's back, we're not sure if this was there when made or has occurred with wear. The beetle is made from warm, rose coloured 9ct gold. The jump ring is made from yellow 9ct gold and is currently pushed closed. Please see photos.
*Please note the box and chain pictured are not included in the sale but the charm will be shipped in a new presentation box and pouch.*
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Vintage 1963 9ct gold opening beetle charm with The Beatles inside
All items are carefully wrapped and packaged in a gift pouch. In the UK, we always post items via Royal Mail's Special Delivery service which is fully tracked and insured. Items sent outside of the UK are sent via Royal Mail's International signed for service, which offers insurance for up to £250 and tracking.