A colorfully enameled egg-shaped locket decorated with silver rhinestones inset into a gold tone base across the front of the egg and an embossed rhinestone-like pattern on the back.  The locket is affixed to a gold chain measuring 24" and finished with a lobster clasp.  The maker is unknown and the condition is very good, with no flaws.

Necklace Sizing

To determine the best necklace size for you, take a tape measure and wrap around your neck to get its circumference.  Take that number and add 2" to 4" to determine the best minimum necklace length for you.  For a regular necklace, choose the second size up from your neck size as a minimum.  For example, if your neck measures 15" around, the minimum necklace size you should choose would be 17" to 19".  If you want a choker, stick with your exact neck measurement for the necklace size.  Standard necklaces sizes, common to most people, come in the following sizes:

• 14" to 16" is a standard choker length
• 16" to 19" falls just below the throat at the collarbone
• 20" falls slightly below the collarbone and is a good choice for low necklines
• 22" falls at or just above the neckline
• 24" falls below the neckline
• 36" can be worn as a long single opera length or doubled up
• Children's necklaces are usually between 14" to 16"

About Gold Tone Jewelry

Gold Tone refers to a base metal that has been colored gold on the surface, but has no measurable gold content.  Gold tone jewelry is not recommended for people with sensitivity to nickle or other types of metals, as it can cause a rash.