It's not just small. It's MINISCULE. Two sharp blades are tucked into a teeny gold casing. The whole thing measures only 5/8" when it's closed.
MATERIALS: 14k gold (marked), new 14k gold chain
AGE: c. 1950
CONDITION: Very good
SIZE: 5/8" length including the bale, 1/4" blades, 18" chain