Many people have lockets now, but few had them for around 300 years when they began popping up in the 1500's and worn by nobles and royalty. Commoners couldn't afford the metal let alone the workmanship it took to shape the pendant. Add to this that the lockets didn't contain pictures because cameras weren't around but instead they contained amazing works of art which cost money. I say "amazing" because of what these artists were able to paint on such a small surface.
When we watch movies about the 1800's and some cowboy or farmer is looking longingly at a locket of a loved one he's lost, it isn't realistic because more than likely the person could never afford such an item. But it does pull on our heart strings though.
When we watch movies about the 1800's and some cowboy or farmer is looking longingly at a locket of a loved one he's lost, it isn't realistic because more than likely the person could never afford such an item. But it does pull on our heart strings though.
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