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Vintage Heart Diamond Locket Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold with Anchor Link Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This vintage heart locket pendant and chain is perfect to cradle your love to your heart. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
solid 9kt yellow gold and comprised of interlocking anchor links (also known as mariner links) that come
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Anchor Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.25 in L 30.5 in
9ct Gold Antique Locket
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Antique Locket With heavily engraved decoration of foliage and a central blank love
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Early 20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

9ct Gold Antique Locket
9ct Gold Antique Locket
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W 0.71 in D 0.16 in L 0.99 in
Rare Antique Mid-Victorian Anchor Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An outstanding and extremely rare anchor bracelet from the early Victorian (ca1850) era! Crafted in
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Antique 1850s Victorian More Bracelets

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gilt Metal

Antique Cameo Gold Locket Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
.) The locket pendant is set with a finely carved Victorian shell cameo of Greco-Roman God Dionysus
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Enamel Anchor Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
engraved depiction of an anchor dominates the centre the face with an array of rose cut diamonds neatly
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.91 in L 17.72 in
Vintage 1986 Small English 9ct Gold Heart Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our vintage 1980s locket features an ornate engraving set in a heart design. The heart shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Silver Victorian Faith, Hope & Charity Large Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Silver Locket Silver- Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian silver locket. Fabulous
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

19th century "faith, hope and love" locket remembrance ring
Located in Malmö, SE
Locket ring, 18 karat gold, made late 19th century / early 20th century. Top is decorated the
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 1900s Yellow Gold Locket Signet Ring with Enamel
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Office hallmark (anchor) and the maker's mark for Charles Green & Sons (CG&S). Condition This unusual
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Antique Early 1900s English Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Opalescent Turquoise Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
20.0 mm Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Locket Nautical Bracelet With Collodion Positive Photograph c1865
Located in London, GB
embossed anchor with entwined rope, with two further ball-shaped locket charms set either side. With hidden
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Antique 1870s Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
: hinged bale Anchor chain: Length: 50 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor Mayer creates lockets to a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Customizable Round Polished Pendant Locket - 18k Rose Gold - Diameter 21 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round polished pendant locket 18k rose gold, Hallmark Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Customizable Round Polished Pendant Locket - 18k White Gold - Diameter 30 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round polished pendant locket 18k white gold, Hallmark collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Customizable Round Polished Pendant Locket - 18k Yellow Gold - Diameter 26.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10250 is not included. Length: 50 cm. About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold White Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent Blue Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly - 18k Rose Gold - Opalescent Pink Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k rose gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tonneau Shape - 18k White Gold - Pendant Locket Necklace with Rounded Corners
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer tonneau (oblong) shaped pendant locket necklace with rounded corners, 18k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Opalescent Blue Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Opalescent White Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Polished Victoria Locket Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - 21 Diamonds 0.33ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval polished locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Dragonfly - 18k Rose Gold - Opalescent Pink Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Round Customizable Polished Pendant Locket - 18k White Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable polished pendant locket, 18k white gold, Hallmark Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Red Guilloche Enamel Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
bale Anchor chain V1561/00/00/00/10245 is included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Rubellite & Pearls
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, matt finish, Romance Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rubelite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

WH Haseler Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Match Holder Striker Vinaigrette
Located in New York, NY
with the lion passant, anchor for Birmingham, date mark and the Haseler maker's mark of WHH. The locket
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Customizable Oval Polished Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold 23.0*32.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval polished locket pendant necklace 18k rose gold, Hallmark collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Customizable Oval Pendant Locket - 18k Yellow Gold - 23.0 mm x 32.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, measurements
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tonneau Shape 18k White Gold Locket Pendant with Rounded Corners - Two Pictures
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
x 15.3 mm Anchor chain V1111/00/00/00/10145 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Polished Heart Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - 6 Diamonds 0.09 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
mm x 22.0 mm Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is included. Length: 45 cm About lockets by Victor
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Pendant Locket Necklace 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 1 Diamond
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
bale Anchor chain V1712/00/00/00/10145 is included. Length: 45 cm. About lockets by Victor Mayer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Oval Ornamented Pendant Locket Necklace 18k Rose Gold 2 Diamonds Pink Tourmaline
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
on bale: hinged bale Anchor chain V1110/00/00/00/10347 is included. Length: 47 cm About lockets by
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 3 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k white gold, Tropicana Collection, electric blue
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21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Round Customizable Pendant Locket 18k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable pendant locket 18k yellow gold, emerald green vitreous enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Customizable Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold - 151 Diamonds 4.18 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Clip on bale: hinged bale Anchor chain V1101/00/00/00/10345 is included. Length: 45 cm About lockets
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving, Lobster Bail
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2010s German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, Enamel

Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
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H 0.83 in W 0.83 in Dm 0.83 in L 17.72 in
Round Locket Pendant Flower 18k Yellow Gold Green Vitreous Enamel Diamond 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round locket pendant with flower 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, translucent
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Grey Guilloche Enamel 16 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k white gold, Peacock collection, light grey guilloche
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Round Locket Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Red Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round Locket Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel over Scroll Engraving, Lobster Bail
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2010s German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Locket Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Red Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
Round Locket Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Red Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
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H 0.83 in W 0.83 in Dm 0.83 in L 16.54 in
Round Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Pink Vitreous Enamel 1 Diamond
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round locket pendant necklace in 18k yellow gold with pink and burgundy red vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Round Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Green Vitreous Enamel Dia 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round locket pendant necklace with flower 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, peacock blue vitreous enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Locket Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Green Enamel 3 Diamonds 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart locket pendant necklace, Hallmark Collection, 18k yellow gold, emerald green
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace- 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Vitreous Enamel 43 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Merian Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Pendant Locket 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Green Enamel 3 Diamonds 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
on bale: hinged bale Anchor chain V1712/00/00/01/10245 is not included. Length: 45 cm About lockets
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Star - 18k White Gold - Silver Enamel Guilloche 85 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
: app. 35.8 mm x 23.8 mm Clip on bale: hinged bale Anchor chain is not included. About lockets by
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Duskypink Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, translucent dusky pink
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Raspberry/Silver Enamel 1 Diamond
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Merian Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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Anchor Locket For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the anchor locket you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 10 vintage or 88 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect anchor locket may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. While most can agree that any anchor locket from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 60 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and pear cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an anchor locket, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Anchor Locket?

The price for an anchor locket starts at $314 and tops out at $24,272 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $6,212.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

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.