Victorian locket ball pendant in 18k gold, Orb locket pendant, medallion
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian locket ball pendant in 18 karat gold. A rare folding pendant that takes the form of a sphere, decorated on either side with bands that hold it closed. This is a photo locke...
18k Gold
Victorian 18k Gold 2.15ct Diamond Star Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Absolutely stunning Victorian Enamel Diamond Star mourning locket in 18K yellow gold, and heavy Victorian 14K gold chain. The locket has a star made up of 19 diamonds and su...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$2,061
W 1.11 in L 1.58 in
18K Victorian Photo Locket - 18 karat solid gold pendant - Floral round locket
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful Victorian 18 Karat dainty solid yellow gold photo locket covered with marvellous decorations.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,850
W 1.09 in D 0.67 in L 1.78 in
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Garnet & Starburst Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
A gorgeous garnet and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian, circa 1870's era. This marvelous piece is crafted in vibrant 18kt yellow gold and features incredible 3-dimensional d...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Book Locket, Circa 1880s, Antique Pendant
Located in Upland, CA
About This Locket Transform your style with this exquisite Victorian Book Locket.
Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Portrait Locket Pendant Pearls 18k Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Victorian pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Antique squared photo locket - Victorian 18 Karat solid gold pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 Karat patina yellow gold Victorian Locket. This stunning shield shaped locket has a horse themed ornament in its center, which give this beauty a elegan...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket
Located in Venice, CA
Held in a triangular shaped locket is a beautiful hard-stone cameo depicting a helmeted warrior. The helmet’s visor is lifted, revealing the face of a bearded man with a strong profi...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,474
W 12.72 in L 1.93 in
18k Antique gold locket - French solid gold - Napoleon III pendant - Victorian
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 K gold Victorian Locket. This piece was crafted during the 19th century in France and is therefor also called a Napoleon III jewel.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Victorian Cross Locket Pendant - 18k Antique Restons Unis
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1860 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Material Information Enamel Color: Blue Style: Locket Theme: Cross, Faith & Unity Features: Two Photo Frames (one with gla...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Located in Riverdale, NY
Large Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in 18K gold with higher karat gold bloom.
Agate, Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Agate Round Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian round locket pendant crafted in 18K gold.
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,939
W 1.13 in L 2.15 in
Rare 18k Antique photo locket : French Victorian 18 Karat solid gold pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 Karat orange yellow gold Victorian Locket. This stunning oval locket has a raised base with small dots as the base, which give this beauty a strong and...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold, Hallmar Collection byVictor Mayer, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 23.0 mm, two picture frames About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Enamel Cherub Locket of 18k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An exquisite Victorian era locket dating to 1890–1900, centered with a finely detailed enamel cherub framed by elegant black enamel scrollwork, all crafted in 18 karat gold. The roma...
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Gold Folding Ball Locket Pendant, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique Victorian folding ball locket pendant is masterfully crafted in solid 18-karat gold.
18k Gold
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning pendant locket taken from the Victorian era. This antique piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold and features a bold design with a centralised 6 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,775Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 22kt Gold Locket Pendant with 20kt Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
A Victorian antique gold locket necklace comprising an oval locket pendant in 22kt yellow gold, suspended from a substantial 20kt gold chain. The locket is finely decorated to the fr...
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl Enamel 18K Gold Antique Fan Dog Locket Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered fan suspending from optional filigree bale Fan is deigned with pierced sticks at base with ornately decorated pleats Engraved with fanning feather motif...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$3,867
H 1.7 in W 0.98 in
Heavy Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Star Pave Old Mine Open Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) White Stone - Old Mine Cut - Star Pave Set - Clean White Color - 4.75mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold, Inside Frame Holding Clear Part Not Gold Weight: 22...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Multi Gemstone Dragonfly Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique locket dating back to the Victorian era. This oval shaped piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a highly detailed gem set dragon...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in 18K gold with higher karat gold bloom.
Agate, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted Heart Locket
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1880, this heart shaped locket is encrusted with rose cut diamonds, held up by tall buttercup prongs. The prongs are connected as a mount, separate from the locket, which has b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ivy Leaf Ornament Square Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian ivy leaf ornament square locket pendant.
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Floral Motif Rectangular Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian floral motif rectangular locket pendant.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.19 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold locket pendant; part of our diverse collection of Victorian lockets.
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a remarkable locket pendant dating back to the Victorian period.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,825
W 0.73 in L 1.42 in
18k Antique floral locket pendant - 18 Karat solid gold photo locket with pearls
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 Karat patina yellow gold Victorian Locket. This stunning locket has a shield shape as a base, which give this beauty a strong and attractive appearance.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Locket Pendant - 18k Rose Gold - 28mm x 23mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval Locket Pendant - 18k Rose Gold, Hallmark Collection by Victor Mayer, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 23.0 mm, two picture frames About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is inte...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Polished Locket Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold, Two Pictures
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Hallmark collection, measurements app. 20.0 mm x app. 27.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is ...
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Book Pendant locket solid 18K Gold / 3.3 gr
Located in SE
Antique Book Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Gold that opens to reveal five individual pages. Skillfully engraved decors of on both hinged sides closed with a lock that keeps the sides...
18k Gold
Antique Book Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 5.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Book Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Gold with skillfully engraved decors of on both hinged sides and on the parts of intricate lock that keeps the sides securely closed. The ...
18k Gold
Victorian Cabochon Garnet and Diamond Snake Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating pendant taken from the Victorian era. At its heart lies a large cabochon garnet, exuding a deep, rich red hue. Surrounding this focal stone is an intricate...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow and Rose Gold Locket, Circa 1880, France
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique French locket crafted in 18 karat yellow and rose gold; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impress...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,310Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.95 in L 1.6 in
Antique 18k Gold Mourning Locket, Black Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 18kt gold Mourning locket is really a very special and sentimental piece. Rich aged 18kt gold with a raised repousse cross applied to the front in inky black ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Starburst Locket in 18K Gold with Old Mine-Cut Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A magnificent late Victorian-era locket crafted in 18K yellow gold, adorned with a radiant star motif set with 41 old mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.67 carats. The centra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Blue Enamel and Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a rare and wonderful pendant dating back to the Victorian era. The pendant is crafted in a Holbeinesque style and features a central rose cut diamond, beautiful blue ena...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Round Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable polished locket pendant necklace, 18k white gold, Hallmark Collection, diameter app. 21.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internati...
18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Carved Agate Ruby and Diamond Cameo Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptional Victorian locket pendant crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold with a subtle matte finish. The centrepiece showcases an intricately carved agate depicting ...
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1864 Bible Book Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 5.11 gr
Located in SE
Antique Bible Book Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Greenish / Yellow Gold with skillfully engraved decor of on both sides. Intricate lock keeps the sides securely closed. The bezels ar...
18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Decorated Locket Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Shell Weight: 26.66 grams Dimensions: 2 5/8 inches x 1 6/8 inches Time period of origin: 1880's Beautiful antique Victorian cameo pendant that fe...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$6,250
H 1.07 in W 0.71 in L 15.75 in
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Garnet Heart Locket Necklace, Circa 1870/80
Located in Napoli, IT
This pretty necklace is Victorian era, 1870/80 ca Glorious workmanship of the period all made of solid 18 Kt gold, English origin Sign that it has been long treasured through centuri...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,851 / item
Dm 0.83 in
Customizable Round Polished Pendant Locket - 18k Yellow Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round polished pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, diameter app. 21.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally re...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$13,801
H 1.6 in W 1.17 in L 16.54 in
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace and Enamel Link Chain 18k Yellow Gold
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace [solid make] and enamel link chain, 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, measurements app. 40 mm x 30 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Vi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$7,536 / item
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in L 19.69 in
Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace - Hallmark Collection - 18k Rose Gold - 8 Diamonds 0.16ct, total 0.16 ct, H VS About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is inter...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$7,984 / item
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in L 19.69 in
Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER - 18k yellow gold - Hallmark Collection, 8 diamonds total 0.16 ct, G VS, for two pictures About the creator Victor Mayer Victor ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,937 / item
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in L 19.69 in
Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace - Hallmark Collection - 18k Rose Gold - 8 Diamonds 0.16ct, total 0.16 ct, H VS About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is inter...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$12,985
W 1.14 in D 0.28 in L 1.65 in
Victorian 1870 Geometric Enameled Oval Pendant Locket in 18kt Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare pendant locket from the Victorian Era. Exceptional piece, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870. This important pendant locket has been made up ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$7,348 / item
H 0.79 in W 0.6 in L 17.72 in
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection by Victor Mayer, petrol blue vitreous enamel with paillon inlays, 1 facetted pear shaped sapphire, measurements app...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$15,950
W 1.38 in L 2.17 in
Victorian 1890 Pendant Locket in 18kt Gold with 9.44ctw Diamonds Rubies Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous pendant locket from the Victorian Era. An outstanding piece of jewelry, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1890. This important pendant-locket has ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,996
W 0.83 in L 1.5 in
18k Antique squared photo locket - antique pendant - 18 Karat solid gold medal
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 Karat rose gold Victorian Locket. This stunning rectangular locket has a floral themed oval central adornment, which give this beauty a elegant and attr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Round Pendant Locket - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Guilloche Enamel Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant locket 18k yellow gold with pale blue and dark blue vitreous guilloche enamel made with historic tools from the late 19th century, Diameter app. 21.0 mm A...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$8,855 / item
Dm 0.83 in L 22.84 in
Round Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold with pale blue and dark blue vitreous guilloche enamel made with historic tools from the late 19th century, Diameter app. 2...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Etruscan Revival Cabochon Garnet and Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating pendant taken from the Victorian era. At the centre of this ornate piece is a cabochon garnet with its deep red hue drawing the eye. Surrounding the centra...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Starburst Locket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian era Ruby & Diamond Starburst Locket composed of 18k yellow gold. With a central 0.15 carat red ruby set into a starburst of 8 Rose Cut diamonds weighing approximately 0...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,564 / item
H 1.42 in W 0.99 in
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel 25 Diamonds 0.19 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, electric blue vitreous enamel, 25 diamonds, total 0.19 ct, measurements app. 25.0 mm x 36.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$14,531 / item
H 1.38 in W 0.99 in L 22.05 in
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, peacock blue vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurem...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant. The front of the locket is adorned with a meticulously crafted black enamel cross, a symbol of faith, hope...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
L 7.68 in
Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18k gold, victorian agate cameo locket pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18 karat yellow and rose gold. Necklace featuring a photo medallion centered with an agate cameo of a woman profile with an antique hairstyle. The c...
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Cushion Cut Diamond 18K Gold Locket
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is a beautiful antique Victorian locket c.1910. The locket has 12 rose cut diamonds and one old mine cushion cut diamond. The center measures .20 carats I color SI-1 clarity. Th...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Revivalist Lapis Lazuli Gold Bula Locket Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
On the reverse are the letters AEI in relief, which is a Latin abbreviation. The pendant opens to reveal a locket in which Roman girls two thousand years ago, carried magical items t...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Antique Victorian Oversized Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
C.1860. A gorgeous fine quality Victorian 15k gold locket. The locket is designed with the crisscross rope motif and diamond pattern. Beautifully detailed original bale makes the loc...
15k Gold
Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
This rare mourning locket from the Victorian (ca1875) era is quite a stunning piece! Crafted in vibrant 18k gold, the decorative locket serves as an incredible example of the mournin...
Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 18 Karat Gold Victorian Locket Pendent
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18k gold Victorian locket pendant. It is a portrait locket.
18k Gold
Unavailable
French Victorian Gold Locket
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very beautiful antique locket, made in France circa 1860. Made in yellow gold 18K. It is big, the diameter is 45 and 36mm. Weight: 22.30 grams
Gold
Antique 18K gold blue sapphire natural pearl flowers locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful 18K gold, Victorian-era locket pendant, which features a lovely bouquet of flowers meticulously crafted from natural seed pearls and radiant blue sapphires on it...
Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 14k Pearl Painted Enamel Cherub Locket Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely painted porcelain locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this wonderful piece is comprised of a porcelain plaque held within a bezel set...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
W 0.6 in L 0.63 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A delightful antique Victorian heart pendant decorated with borders of Pearls and Turquoise stones which graduate out from the centre. Turquoise are a lovely opaque stone with a calm...
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Split Pearl Locket
Located in Birmingham, GB
A beautiful Victorian Locket, the front decorated with a split pearl line, within a fancy geometric border. An elegant old world charm for keeping happy memories close. Inside is a ...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.11 in W 0.87 in D 0.24 in
Antique Victorian Horseshoe Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A wonderful Antique Victorian locket modelled in 18ct Yellow Gold with swirling engraved patterning on both sides and a horseshoe in the centre. The Horseshoe has long been a symbo...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18kt Diamond & Enamel Portrait Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous gold and enamel locket from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This wonderful piece is made of 18kt yellow gold and has a vividly stunning portrait displayed on its f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Essex Crystal Terrier Locket
Located in New York, NY
An adorable Victorian Essex crystal reverse intaglio locket. This 18k gold locket features a Norwich terrier surrounded by rose cut diamond row and extra pearls at four additional po...
Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Onyx Locket Pendant with Diamond Loaded Bouquet on Top
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: pendant Condition: excellent condition Do you wish for a 360° view of this unique jewel? Just send us your request and we’ll give you the direct link ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 1.58 in W 1.3 in D 0.36 in
Antique Victorian Ivy Engraved Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Antique Victorian locket has been modelled in 18ct Yellow Gold and features intricate engravings of ivy on both the front and back. The back also features an engraving...
18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.46 in Dm 1.07 in
Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Carat Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Keeper This beautiful Victorian locket pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT solid gold during 1880 ca Beautiful designed, boasts a thick gold twisted frame surrounding ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Large 18 Karat Solid Double Window Gold Flower Locket
Located in Napoli, IT
Secret Keeper An impressive Victorian era locket , made of solid 18 KT gold, tested Beautifully decorated with embossed flowers on matt gold beside a centre panel engraved with natu...
Coral, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1870s Antique Grand Tour Italian Micromosaic Swan Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
1870s Antique Grand Tour Italian Micromosaic Swan Gold Locket Pendant 18K yellow gold, glass tesserae, weight approx. 22.5 grams L 7.6 cm (approx. 3“), W 3.8 cm (approx. 1 1/2“) Mark...
18k Gold
Fine Victorian Memento Mori Locket on Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A fine example of these handsome hand crafted necklaces from the late 19th century, rarely found in the marketplace today. The polished 18K yellow gold necklace is comprised of ni...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 18 Carat Gold Gilt Blue Enamel circa 1880 Locket
Located in Lancaster , GB
This wonderful antique 18ct Gold Gilt locket is from the Victorian era, Circa 1880. The piece boasts a fabulous royal blue Enamel design in the centre with engraved patterning acro...
18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian Large 18 Carat Gold Silver Fruit Locket, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This genuine antique Victorian Fruit locket is set in Sterling Silver and gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold, Circa 1880. The central piec...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 1.97 in W 1.62 in
Antique Victorian Floral Locket Sterling Silver 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An exquisite Antique late Victorian Sterling Silver locket made Circa 1880. The wonderful piece features fabulous engraved palm trees on the front and a floral display of flowers lay...
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Diamond Opal Heart Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A sweet antique Victorian heart locket C. 1900, set with a lovely 0.10ct natural Opal in the centre surrounded by six sparkling Diamonds, approx. 0.12ct in total. The lovely natura...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Mourning Locket Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Onyx
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique mourning locket pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. Important locket pendant enamelled in black - including the bail - and set with two onyx plates. The medallion opens and bear...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Locket Collar 18 Carat Gold on Silver Dated 1883 Necklace
Located in Lancaster , GB
An exquisite antique Victorian collar featuring a wonderful large locket all modelled in Silver and gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold. The fabulous locket features an engraved border and ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fine French Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Locket Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
A 19th century French antique locket pendant c.1870 in 18 karat yellow gold, French control mark, set with 11 carre cabochon cut turquoises and 8 rose cut diamonds. Height 2.30 inch,...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.66 in W 1.38 in D 0.44 in
Antique Victorian Forget Me Not Collar Locket 18 Carat Gold Silver Dated 1881
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This magnificent Antique Victorian collar and locket has been masterfully commissioned in Sterling Silver. The collar boasts intricate and ornate links which finish at a ring clasp t...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Locket, English, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Natural Pearl & Old European Cut Diamond Heart Shaped Locket. Set with 32 Old European Cut Diamonds and 32 Natural Pearls. The back crystal opens to hold a ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.93 in Dm 1.46 in L 14.97 in
Victorian French Rock Crystal Diamond Pearl Rare Locket Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Marvel A very rare Victorian period locket pendant plus chain – French origin 1860/1880 ca The large locket is of circular shape carved from polished Rock Crystal - nestle...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Silver circa 1860 Locket Collar Forget Me Not Necklace
Located in Lancaster , GB
A grand antique Victorian collar Circa 1860, featuring a lovely locket engraved with an 18ct Gold Forget me not on the front inside a Rose Gold frame. The locket is bordered in sta...
Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Rare Victorian Carlo Giuliano Etruscan Revival Amethyst Locket
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious Art Magnificent large locket from the Victorian period, artfully crafted by Carlo Giuliano One of the leading jewellery masters during the Victorian period, rewarded by Que...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Estate Italian 18k Tourmaline Hidden Locket Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself making it easier for the wat...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gemolithos Victorian Gold Sapphire and Diamond Pendant
Located in Munich, DE
A victorian gold 18k locket pendant with 28 sapphires and old mine cut Diamonds approx 1,6 ct circa 1880s, opens tohost a picture or other items, see image attached.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Gold Heart with Stars Locket
Located in Houston, TX
You'll treasure this 18 kt yellow gold locket with beautiful engraving front and back. A pear shape ruby in the center is trimmed with old European cut diamonds. 8 raised stars are e...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
WHAT a Beauty. Absolutely Gorgeous & definitely one for the serious Antique Collector. This very late Victorian/early Edwardian Locket opens from the lower front, the inside contain...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.13 in W 0.88 in D 0.75 in L 18.25 in
Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely magnificent moonstone pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This incredible piece is comprised of a fantastic 18kt yellow gold pendant, which hangs from an...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
The Turquoise Hearts with a surround of 30 Rose Diamonds and above, a Pearl and Rose Diamond Crown. The hinged reverse opens and the interior has a glazed window for a miniature or k...
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.42 in W 0.99 in D 0.48 in
Antique Victorian Etruscan Locket Pendant 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An exquisite ornate antique Victorian pendant crafted in solid 18ct Yellow Gold displaying fabulous Etruscan design with twisting, curling cannetille workmanship, and a Pearl placed ...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian Gold and Banded Agate Horseshoe Shaped Pendant/Locket
Located in London, GB
The Gold Horseshoe with 7 simulated nails and the Banded Agate brilliantly chosen for the shape of the "frog" under the horses hoof, probably an unrepeatable creation. The hinged loc...
Agate, 18k Gold
Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent earring and locket pendant set from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt rosy yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this set is comprised of incredible Pea...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Victorian Gold Revolving Compass Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a very scarce item even in the UK where they were usually made. The Gold used is thick and heavy, with a generous Gold twist support and a broad locket frame holding the Rock...
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Gold Micromosaic Bulla Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold micromosaic pendant, made in Italy (most likely Rome). Contains very finely worked micromosaic on the front and intricate Etruscan work on the reverse. The bulla opens o...
18k Gold
Unavailable
W 0.69 in D 0.28 in L 1.13 in
Antique 18ct Gold Pearl Mourning Locket Brooch Pin c1870 Heavy 5g 750 French
Located in Camelford, GB
If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this stunning 18CT SOLID GOLD FLORAL DETAILED PEARL MOURNING BROOCH DETAILS Material: 18ct (750/000) S...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French onyx 18k yellow gold locket pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian pendant showcases a rich onyx center framed in warm 18k yellow gold, marked with the French eagle head for antique distinction.
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Era 6 Picture Locket Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
This beauty unfolds to hold up to SIX!! Pendant Details Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold WeightL 9.2 Grams Measurements: 25mm Wide X 28.8mm Height Black Gemstone: 1...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Double Horseshoe Pendant Locket
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Double Horseshoe Pendant Locket.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 18k Gold Locket Pendant Necklace Enamel Miniature
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 18k Gold Weight: Pendant - 12.5 Grams Chain - 7.3 Grams Measurement: Pendant - 1" x 1 1/4" Chain - 26" Hallmarks: 750 ITEM DETAILS: This exquisite Victorian-era neck...
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Sold
W 0.83 in L 1.82 in
Rare French 18K Victorian Locket - 18ct solid gold photo locket pendant - flower
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 Karat pinkish orange gold Victorian Locket. This stunning oval locket has star shaped like edges as a base, which give this beauty a strong and attract...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 18k Enamel Locket
Located in Montgomery, AL
Step into a world of yesteryears' elegance and today's sophistication with our exquisite Victorian Enamel Locket. This rare gem is more than just an accessory; it's a sentimental kee...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian seed pearl 18k yellow and rose gold locket pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian pendant shimmers with delicate seed pearls set in 18k yellow and rose gold, radiating timeless beauty and refined antique charm.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French Glass 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant designed as an ornate rectangular locket with a scrolled detail for oval bale Front deeply engraved with scrolled lace motif while back is deeply engraved with dotted floral...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian turquoise diamond 18k yellow and rose gold locket pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique 18k yellow and rose gold pendant highlights a vivid turquoise cabochon accented by delicate single cut diamonds in an ornate Victorian design.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.77 in L 1.11 in
French 18K Victorian Locket - 18ct solid gold heart pendant - pearl photo locket
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful Victorian 18 Karat yellow gold photo locket covered with floral adornments.
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1993 Victorian Revival British 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Floral Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and an oval-shaped locket pendant suspending from a tapered bale Front of locket is engraved with a scrolling feather plumage motif Accented by floral motif and zig-zag tex...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Victorian heart-shaped pendant featuring a dazzling array of old mine cut diamonds. The central design showcases a floral motif with a prominent pear-shaped diamond at...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Nymph Pendant with Plique-à-Jour Enamel Wings and Amethyst
Located in BADALONA, ES
This sculptural pendant captures the ethereal beauty of a forest nymph in motion. The central figure is handcrafted in sterling silver with a matte finish and delicately plated in 24...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,300
W 1.07 in D 0.32 in L 1.78 in
Antique Russian Locket Pendant natural Ruby Demantoid solid 14K Gold / 10gr
Located in SE
Antique Pendant / Locket in solid 14K Yellow Gold decorated with engraved floral ornament and natural Rubies and Demantoid Garnets. Removable bezels with original glass inserts ins...
Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Cufflinks, Carl Fabergé, c. 1908
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional pair of antique Imperial Russian cufflinks from our collection. Exquisitely crafted in gilt silver, each piece features a finely detailed por...
Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
GIA-Certified Diamond & Mother of Pearl Pendant, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
Dating from around the 1830s, this magnificent Georgian pendant features a silver-over-gold "bow" set with 13 beautiful old rose-cut diamonds that total at least 1 carat. From this s...
Diamond, Pearl, Silver
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.95 in W 0.46 in L 0.46 in
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Lipstick Holder, Late 19th Century
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant vintage lipstick holder is crafted in richly engraved 14k yellow gold, showcasing exquisite floral and neoclassical motifs throughout its cylindrical form. The detailed ...
Yellow Gold
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Roman Lapis-Lazuli Cameo Of Cupid Circa 2nd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 2nd century Dimensions: 1,3 x 1,0 cm Size: 7 1/4 Weight: 5.44gr. This delightful 2nd century Roman cameo is made of lapislazuli and is inserted in a 18 carat contemporary ...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Spiga Diamond Pink Rubellite Heart Yellow Gold 3-Row Adjustable Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Bulgari's iconic Spiga collection features a flexible 3-row design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a heart-shaped pink rubellite and brilliant-cut ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Russian Imperial Gold-Mounted Smoky Quartz Egg Pendant by Michael Perkhin
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the legendary master jeweler Michael ...
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$32,973Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 3.08 in L 9.26 in
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
Victorian Emerald and Opal, Yellow Gold, Three Locket Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, original antique Victorian 0.24 carat emerald and opal 15 karat yellow gold three locket necklace; part of our diverse antique pendant collection...
Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Cupid Eros God of Love Intaglio Ring Agate Gold Neoclassical Victorian 1890
By Esemco
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a superb museum quality Victorian - Belle Epoque hand carved Agate Intaglio Ring depicting an image of the god of love, Cupid or Eros and set in a beautiful and elegant se...
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.