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Antique 14K Yellow Gold Heart Opal Heart Halo Diamond Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful and elegant antique 14k yellow gold pendant showcase a beautiful heart shaped opal
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Early 20th Century Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Winged Heart Peridot Pearl 14K Gold Edwardian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Nouveau Edwardian period Winged Heart motif peridot, pearl, 14K yellow gold necklace
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
European cut diamonds. The center stone is .35 ct. 14K white gold, on a 16" white gold chain. 3/4" x 3/4
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1890s American Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in L 16 in
Victorian Amethyst Heart Shaped 14K Yellow Gold Pendant And Pin
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold heart-shaped amethyst pendant/pin. The extraordinary heart
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Engraved Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A large Victorian 14 karat yellow gold locket heart pendant. This lovely heart design features an
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold

Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
add an extra level of softness and contrast to the design. The pendant is mounted in 14K yellow gold
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19th Century British Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
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H 0.79 in W 0.52 in
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
approximately .2 Carats. The jewels are set in 12 Karat Gold. The heart is on a Victorian 14 Karat gold chain
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14k Gold Victorian Era King of Hearts Whist Marker Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
14k Gold Victorian Era King of Hearts Whist Marker Pendant This Kirsten’s Corner signature
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1850s French Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Necklace- This sparkling diamond heart necklace features
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Early 20th Century Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Necklace
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Necklace
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W 11 in L 11 in
Antique Victorian Amethyst Heart Pearl Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Amethyst Hearts and Seed Pearl Gold Necklace. Hand set with 3
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Enamel Necklace Heart Flower Basket Pearl White Gold Victorian Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
PENDANT IS IN THE FORM OF A HEART WITH A FLOWER BASKET IN 14K WHITE GOLD WITH ROSE CUT DIAMONDS AND PEARLS
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Heart-Shaped Pendant-Necklace with Pearls and Tourmalines
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is finely crafted in 14k and 15 yellow gold with pearls and tourmalines. Circa 1920.
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1920s Unknown Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Enamel Dog Heart Jack Russell Terrier Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
pendant has a fully modeled face of a dog set on a scalloped heart pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The face of
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Glass Picture Heart Large Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Frame & Bail w/ Clear Glass Weight: 13.73 Grams Height (w/ Bail
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1890s Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Heart Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- white with moderate iridescence Completed by spring clasp closure Stamped an tested as 14 karat gold
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Hope Love Heart Locket Pendant 82 Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald 14K Gold
Located in SE
Antique British or American Pendant / Locket in solid 14K Gold , ca. late 19th - early 20th century
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond Gold Heart Pendant on Tiffany & Co Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian 14k gold heart pendant, adorned with approx. 2.20ctw in diamonds (one tiny stone is
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19th Century Edwardian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Hair Locket Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful representative of antique Victorian era Mourning jewelry, this delicate 14k gold heart
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19th Century Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Mano Figa Holding Heart Agate Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant with a chain crafted in 14K yellow gold. Circa 1890. The piece
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Agate, Gold

Antique 14ct Gold Pearl & Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant 14ct Gold Circa 1910 Beautiful Antique Heart Pendant. Set with Natural
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Early 20th Century European Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 14ct Gold Pearl & Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique 14ct Gold Pearl & Diamond Heart Pendant
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H 0.79 in W 0.77 in
Antique 9.10Ct Amethyst Pearl and 0.20Ct Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive antique amethyst necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with silver settings
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Early 1900s Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely heart pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold and topped in
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
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H 1.88 in W 1.07 in D 0.38 in
Antique 14ct Gold 1920’s Swallow Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920’s Beautiful, little heart shaped pendant
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Early 20th Century European Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 14ct Gold 1920’s Swallow Heart Pendant
Antique 14ct Gold 1920’s Swallow Heart Pendant
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H 1.13 in W 0.65 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Victorian turquoise & diamond heart locket pendant & necklace
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Filigree Rock Crystal Diamond Necklace with Cast Link Chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
Art Deco 14K white gold necklace featuring a large beautiful frosted and reverse carved rock
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1920s Art Deco Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Enameled Gold Hand with Heart Shaped Natural Emerald Dangle - Pendant
Located in Danvers, MA
. Testing as 18K gold for the hand and buttoned style cuff, I used 14K for the bail and bezel for added
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19th Century British Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Emerald, Gold, Enamel

5 Carat Citrine Pearl Heart Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Victorian - Art Deco Citrine Pearl Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The rare pendant
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Love Dove Necklace 14KT Yellow Gold Dainty Pendant Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stampar Love Dove necklace in 14KT white gold. The dove is hancrafted in solid gold (not hallow
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19th Century American Contemporary Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
two heart-shaped recesses Featuring removable frames Completed by jump ring bale Stamped for 14
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1860s Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Heart Locket Pendant 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant 14 karat rose gold locket in the shape of a heart is set with six diamonds in star
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1880s American High Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Lovely Victorian Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Antique Victorian Heart Pendant with antique, star set 10 point old cut diamond. Set in 14k
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1880s American Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Lovely Victorian Heart Pendant
Lovely Victorian Heart Pendant
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W 0.9 in L 16 in
Antique Enamel Heart Locket Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold russian locket pendant in shape of heart with colorful enamel drawing of a flower
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1890s Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

Love Dove Necklace 14KT Yellow Gold Dainty Pendant Necklace by Stampar Jewelers
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stampar Love Dove necklace in 14KT yellow gold. The dove is hancrafted in solid gold (not hallow
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19th Century American Contemporary Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond. The diamond and pearls are set in a wonderful 14 Karat Gold Heart. The
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 1880s heart Locket Rose Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique rose cut diamond heart locket pendant with an estimate diamond weight of 4 carats decorated
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Cross Heart Pendant 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Cabochon Natural River Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
engraved two colour 14 karat gold. The heart is set with an oval turquoise cabochon. The cross is suspended
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1830s George IV Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold heart pendant in open work style with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 1 carat
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Early 1900s Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Red Gold Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
. The centre section is designed in the shape of a stylized heart with beautifully cut out gold work.
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1870s Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Heart Shaped Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pendant Locket in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
included. Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Natural Diamonds: 7.53 ctw Diamond cut: Old Mine Diamond color: G-I
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Choker Peridot Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning art nouveau choker, with a heart motif. 5 strands of chain connecting each heart. Bezel
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1920s Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Scroll Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
recesses - one with white gold frame With scrolling foliate motif engraved throughout Stamped 14k for 14
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Antique Yellow Gold Whimsical Link Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous unusual Antique watch chain necklace made of 18k yellow gold. Extension (the top part with
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Antique Russian Heart Shaped Sliding Locket
Located in Chicago, IL
made in Moscow between 1899 and 1908 The 14K three-color gold heart locket features a female face
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Yogo Gulch Montana Sapphire & Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
Diamond: 0.50 carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Marks: 4342 Weight: 8.2 grams
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1890s North American Late Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Snake Necklace Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Garnet 1840
Located in New York, NY
and heart are adorned with vivid royal blue enamel. The necklace is 14 - 16 Karat gold. The gold
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Garnet, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

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
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold

circa 1910 Art Nouveau Mucha Style Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
. Condition: Good Era: Art Nouveau Year: 1910 Metal: 10K Gold (pendant), 14K Gold (chain) Diamonds: 2 Carat
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Tri Color Tourmaline Carving Gemstone for Necklace Jewelry 22.25 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
,Peach) Shape: Carving Quality: Top . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart chakra, which makes it
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15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Arts and Crafts Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, 9k Gold, B...

Vintage Chinese Jade Butterfly Gold Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
the middle of the 20th century in 585 (14k) gold. The jade itself is from approximately the late Qing
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Jade, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Chinese Jade Butterfly Gold Pendant
Vintage Chinese Jade Butterfly Gold Pendant
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W 2.3 in L 2.7 in
Large I Love You Spinner Gold & Enamel Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Extra-large size "I LOVE YOU" spinner charm. 14K yellow gold solid gauge, with blue enamel
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1920s American Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
pendant dates back to the 19th century and is created in 14 karat gold. The front and back of this oval
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique 14 Karat Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
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W 0.63 in L 0.99 in
Jadeite Jade Carved Bird 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A jadeite jade carved bird pendant set in a gold frame. The jadeite jade pendant is set in a 14
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Early 20th Century Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond, Enamel and Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
An American Art Nouveau enamel, 14 karat bloomed gold and diamond pendant locket. The figure on the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond, Enamel and Gold Locket
Art Nouveau Diamond, Enamel and Gold Locket
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W 1.25 in L 2 in
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 14 carat yellow gold, 14 carat rose gold cross
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Amethyst Gold Taille d'Épargne Fringe Pendant with Seed Pearls
Located in Bloomington, MN
-karat yellow gold, this pendant showcases a captivating 10.2mm round amethyst at its heart, radiating
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch circa 1890 Magnificent, antique heart
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Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Amethyst Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1870s-1880s This vibrant antique 14K gold pendant features sparkling lavender purple
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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Amethyst, Gold

Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive Victorian pendant has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a silver setting
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1890s Unknown Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Fairfield, CT
deep, matte contrast to the gleaming gold-tone bail that attaches it to a chain. During the 19th
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1890s Victorian Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique 14k gold heart necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique 14k gold heart necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an antique 14k gold heart necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are consistently popular. An antique 14k gold heart necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 21, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique 14k gold heart necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique 14k Gold Heart Necklace?

Prices for an antique 14k gold heart necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $401 and can go as high as $21,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,100.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.