Heart Shaped Antique and Vintage Lockets

Celebrating the unique magic of antique lockets
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Georgian Pinchbeck Heart Locket
A Georgian Pinchbeck Heart Locket A well engraved pinchbeck heart shape locket with a locket fitting to the reverse. It was made circa 1820. “Pinchbeck” is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, mixed in proportions so that it closely resembles gold in appearance. It was invented in the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck, a London clockmaker.
Large Silver Gilt Heart Locket
An Art Noveau Large Silver Gilt Heart Locket An unusually large and striking Art Nouveau locket, set with coloured pastes. This was probably made in Austria, where a localized form of Art Nouveau was practiced by artists of the Vienna Secession.
Gold, Guilloché Enamel & Seed Pearl Heart-Shaped Locket
An Edwardian Gold, Guilloché Enamel & Seed Pearl Heart-Shaped Locket A pretty Edwardian Gold, Seed Pearl and Strawberry Red Guilloché enamel heart pendant. It was made circa 1910 and is in lovely condition.It would make a fantastic present.
Heart Locket with Two Birds & Heart Motif
An Edwardian Heart Locket with Two Birds & Heart Motif A lot of lockets such as this one were produced in the early 1900s, but this one is nice because of the motif. It is set with paste and is a real love token. It would make an ideal Valentine present.
9ct Gold Heart Shape Locket
An Edwardian 9ct Gold Heart Shape Locket Lockets such as this one were popular in the Edwardian period, and can be worn today equally as much. This example is set with an opal, and has compartments inside for your own photographs. It is 9ct gold.
Heart Pendant
A Georgian Heart Pendant A beautifully engraved heart pendant, set with a flat cut rectangular garnet. It was made circa 1830, and has a locket back. Hearts like this one are getting so much harder to find, especially in good condition.
Edwardian 9ct Gold Heart Shaped Locket set with Garnets & Pearls
An Edwardian Heart-Shaped Gold Locket with Garnet & Pearl Decorative Features An Edwardian heart-shaped locket with a pretty floral design and made to hold two photographs inside. Stamped 9ct on the back.
9ct Gold Etruscan Work Heart Locket
An Edwardian 9ct Gold Etruscan Work Heart Locket An unusual heart shape 9ct gold locket which is set with a natural split pearl. The decoration is known as Etruscan work after the Italian early Etruscan jewellery. It has been applied in an intricate design. It was made circa 1900.
Heart Locket with Two Birds & Heart Motif
An Edwardian Heart Locket with Two Birds & Heart Motif A lot of lockets such as this one were produced in the early 1900s, but this one is nice because of the motif. It is set with paste and is a real love token. It would make an ideal Valentine present.
Edwardian Gold & Paste Heart Locket
An Edwardian Gold & Paste Heart Locket A pretty 9ct gold back and front locket which was made circa 1910 and is embellished with a swallow, which was believed to represent honor, dignity, respect and trust. A perfect present for a loved one.
Victorian Diamond Set 15ct Gold Heart Locket
A Victorian Diamond Set 15ct Gold Heart Locket A good looking heart locket which has been set with a nice old mine cut diamond. It was made circa 1890 and is 15ct gold.
Pearl & Garnet Heart Locket
An Edwardian Pearl & Garnet Heart Locket A small heart locket pendant which has been set with seed pearls and a garnet. It is 9ct back and front which means that the inner fittings and hinges are metal but the two sides are 9ct gold.It was made circa 1910.
9ct Back & Front Heart Locket with Swallow Motif
A 9ct Back & Front Heart Locket with Swallow Motif A lovely locket which has a swallow motif. It is 9ct back and front which means that the fittings are metal but the back and front sections are 9ct gold. The swallow represents love, care and affection towards family and friends, showing the loyalty of the person always returning to them. The bird also represents freedom and hope.
Edwardian Gold & Paste Heart Locket
An Edwardian Gold & Paste Heart Locket A gold locket set with blue and white paste in a flower design. The locket opens to reveal a space for photographs. It is 9ct gold back and front which means that the hinges and inner rims are metal for strength but the main body is 9ct gold. It was made circa 1900-1910.
9ct Gold & Paste Heart Locket
An Edwardian 9ct Gold & Paste Heart Locket A pretty heart locket which was made circa 1900-1910. It is 9ct gold back and front which means that the inner compartments are silver. The main body is gold. It has a bow design which has been set with paste.