Georgian "May truth guide us" Concealed Locket Seal

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Messages like "May truth guide us" were once used to seal letters with wax, leaving a personal imprint of identity or belief. But this fob is different, and hides a secret. There's a barely visible hinge that allows a treasure, image, or lock of hair to be concealed under glass. What WAS the truth? WHO was concealed/concealing in 1820?  The locket is empty now, and the secret is long lost. 

MATERIALS: 14k gold (tests), carnelian, glass

AGE: c. 1820

CONDITION: Very good

SIZE: 1 1/4" x 3/4"