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Victorian Turquoise Locket

Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Rare Locket Bracelet
Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Rare Locket Bracelet

Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Rare Locket Bracelet

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An incredible Victorian bracelet circa 1875. Made sturdy with extra fine craftsmanship, this unique "Locket Bracelet" features a locket which is typically reserved for pendants, hard...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket
Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket

Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket

Located in Venice, CA

This heart-shape Victorian sterling silver locket is encrusted with pave turquoise cabochons that fill its entire front surface, as well as its bail.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Victorian Turquoise and 9 Carat Gold Locket Back Brooch
Victorian Turquoise and 9 Carat Gold Locket Back Brooch

Victorian Turquoise and 9 Carat Gold Locket Back Brooch

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet brooch has a secret. The secret is that it has a round locket on the back of it! The front of the brooch holds marcasite stones and turquoise. The turquoise adds a perfect...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

An Antique Victorian 15 karat (15K) yellow gold heart-shaped pendant mourning locket set with five turquoise cabochons in a flower design centring on a gold bead.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket
Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket

Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket Victorian turquoise and natural pearl enamel locket was made c. 1860 in England.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Turquoise Lovers Knot Memorial Locket Brooch
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Turquoise Lovers Knot Memorial Locket Brooch

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Turquoise Lovers Knot Memorial Locket Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A yellow gold and turquoise brooch, comprising fourteen turquoise cabochons, set in 15 karat yellow gold, with three swagged lengths of chain and a locket compartment, and fittings i...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise
Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise

Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Victorian blue enamel brooch-pendant from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers, featuring an old mine cut studded starburst design on the front, turquoise-pearl-rose cu...

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Antique 1860s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian English 15 Ct. Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back
Victorian English 15 Ct. Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back

Victorian English 15 Ct. Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back

Located in Wheaton, IL

Beautiful victorian English 15 Kt. yellow gold, turquoise, and pearl brooch.

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Persian Turquoise Locket Brooch Pin Forget Me Not Bow Motif Victorian
Antique Persian Turquoise Locket Brooch Pin Forget Me Not Bow Motif Victorian

Antique Persian Turquoise Locket Brooch Pin Forget Me Not Bow Motif Victorian

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning early Victorian - Georgian Antique 14 Karat Gold and Turquoise Bow Forget Me Not Flower Brooch with a hanging locket pendant.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Ct Old Mine Diamond 18 KT Locket Pendant
Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Ct Old Mine Diamond 18 KT Locket Pendant

Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Ct Old Mine Diamond 18 KT 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 t...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Superb Victorian 14kt Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Br
Superb Victorian 14kt Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Br

Superb Victorian 14kt Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Br

Located in Wheaton, IL

The brooch features a locket compartment on the back that is adorned with numerous pearls and a small turquoise cab, which adds a pop of vibrant blue to the piece.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Locket Back Ring
Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Locket Back Ring

Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Locket Back Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This beauty has an incredibly decorative 9ct gold shank and a locket back on the underside of the cluster. Sat on top of the swirling detail is a cluster of five bright turquoise and...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Gold

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

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. Lovely scrolled frame mounting with Etruscan bale with twisted wir...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold

15ct Gold, Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant Locket
15ct Gold, Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant Locket

15ct Gold, Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Locket Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1870 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Introducing a stunning Victorian locket pendant crafted from 15ct yellow gold, beautifully adorn...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14 Carat Gold Locket with Turquoise Enamel on Both Sides
Victorian 14 Carat Gold Locket with Turquoise Enamel on Both Sides

Victorian 14 Carat Gold Locket with Turquoise Enamel on Both Sides

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A 14 carat gold locket with blue enamel on both sides and on the front of the bail has two compartments, American, end 19th century. weight: 12.2 grams dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 cm

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring, circa 1837.
Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring, circa 1837.

Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring, circa 1837.

Located in London, GB

Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring. The circular bezel is set with one central cabochon turquoise in a closed back grain setting, encircled by six pearls and six smalle...

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Antique 1830s English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Cameo locket, French, circa 1880.
Cameo locket, French, circa 1880.

Cameo locket, French, circa 1880.

Located in London, GB

Cameo locket. Set to centre with an oval cornelian, carved in relief to depict the profile of a young lady, encircled by forty eight rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings w...

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Carnelian, Yellow Gold

Round Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue/Turquoise Enamel Diamond 0.03 ct 21 mm
Round Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue/Turquoise Enamel Diamond 0.03 ct 21 mm

Round Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue/Turquoise Enamel Diamond 0.03 ct 21 mm

By Victor Mayer

Located in Pforzheim, DE

Victor Mayer round locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Hallmark collection, blue and turquoise vitreous enamel, guilloche, 1 diamond, total 0.03 ct, H VS, brilliant cut, diameter app. 2...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket Gold Gilt, circa 1890
Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket Gold Gilt, circa 1890

Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket Gold Gilt, circa 1890

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This wonderful antique Victorian Gold cased Locket is adorned with a line of lovely baguette cut Turquoise stones, Circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, Gilt Metal

Late Victorian Turquoise and Gold Locket
Late Victorian Turquoise and Gold Locket

Late Victorian Turquoise and Gold Locket

Located in New York, NY

A large oval late Victorian gold locket with turquoise. The back panel is beautifully engraved with a chased foliate motif.

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket
Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket

Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

A beautiful turquoise and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1870s) era!

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Locket
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Locket

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Locket

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pretty oval 14kt. yellow gold Victorian locket circa 1860 measuring approx 1 1/2 inches in length and set on the front in a floral motif with turquoise and pearls with green gold acc...

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Antique 1860s American Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This charming Victorian heart Silver brooch is adorned with Turquoises, Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Silver

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Picture Pendant Locket, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Picture Pendant Locket, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Picture Pendant Locket, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The glass windows are in place on both sides of the pendant, and complete with a photograph of an elegant young lady. A border of Turquoise’s and Pearls adorn this fabulous locket ...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Victorian Fleur de Lis Turquoise, Enamel and Diamond Locket Necklace
Victorian Fleur de Lis Turquoise, Enamel and Diamond Locket Necklace

Victorian Fleur de Lis Turquoise, Enamel and Diamond Locket Necklace

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This exquisite mid Victorian locket is modeled in 15k yellow gold with a domed oval centerpiece set with turquoise pavé and a single .06ct old mine cut diamond.

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Faith, Hope and Charity Locket with Turquoise and Pearls
Victorian Faith, Hope and Charity Locket with Turquoise and Pearls

Victorian Faith, Hope and Charity Locket with Turquoise and Pearls

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Victorian era 9k back and front locket features a faceted border and the symbols of faith, hope and charity - a cross, anchor and heart - all accented with seed pearls and turqu...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Base Metal

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

WEIGHT: 6.1 grams CHAIN MEASURES: 17 inches LOCKET MEASURES: Width 20mm x Height 24mm x Depth 8mm METAL: 9ct Yellow Gold STONES: Turquoise, Pearl AGE: Victorian, Dated 1898 O...

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Superb Victorian 14 Karat YG Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Brooch
Superb Victorian 14 Karat YG Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Brooch

Superb Victorian 14 Karat YG Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Brooch

Located in Lombard, IL

Superb antique Victorian 14kt yellow gold, pearl and turquoise locket compartment back brooch containing numerous pearls and one (1) very small turquoise cab set into an elaborate Et...

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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Carat Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Locket Pendant
Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Carat Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Locket Pendant

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 ...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

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.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian English 15 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back
Victorian English 15 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back

Victorian English 15 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back

Located in Lombard, IL

This beautiful Victorian English turquoise and pearl brooch is handcrafted in 15kt yellow gold. The high dome in the center of the is decorated with an eight-pointed star designed in...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique American Victorian Gold Corset Picture Locket

Antique American Victorian Gold Corset Picture Locket

Located in New York, NY

For the fashion-conscious collector. 14K gold, set with turquoise and pearl, with oval door on the back for a picture.

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket
Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket

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...

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Antique 1860s British Necklace Enhancers

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White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900
Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900

Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900

Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW

Absolutely Gorgeous & definitely one for the serious Antique Collector. This very late Victorian/early Edwardian Locket opens from the lower front, the inside containing a protected...

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Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine French Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Locket Pendant
Fine French Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Locket Pendant

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,...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910
Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910

Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910

Located in Kendal, GB

A sweet antique late Victorian heart pendant featuring a high relief forget me not in the centre topped with four turquoise petals and a cabochon ruby in the centre.

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold

Antique Oval Locket Bee Design Comprised of Turquoise, Ruby and Pearl in 14kt
Antique Oval Locket Bee Design Comprised of Turquoise, Ruby and Pearl in 14kt

Antique Oval Locket Bee Design Comprised of Turquoise, Ruby and Pearl in 14kt

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique oval locket with bee design. The bee is designed with a cabochon turquoise, two rubies for eyes and one pearl. Hand engraved wings add the perfect detail for this finely craf...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Scale Victorian Turquoise Locket
Large Scale Victorian Turquoise Locket

Large Scale Victorian Turquoise Locket

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Designed as an inverted flower with calibrated round turquoise center and five turquoise pendants, decorated throughout with elaborate Etruscan granulation motifs, the back side feat...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870
Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870

Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870

Located in ADELAIDE, SA

Victorian turquoise and half-pearl locket brooch featuring a raised domed turquoise cluster with a star-set natural half-pearl.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Fitted Case
Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Fitted Case

Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Fitted Case

Located in Torrance, CA

Distinct antique Victorian locket (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Hinged Locket
Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Hinged Locket

Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Hinged Locket

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Victorian turquoise and gold hinged locket circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace
Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful turquoise set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly engraved w...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

Here we have a unique Victorian creation. A cluster pendant handcrafted from a warm yellow gold features a domed collection of natural turquoise at the centre with an old cushion cut...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, & Seed Pearl Victorian Locket
18K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, & Seed Pearl Victorian Locket

18K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, & Seed Pearl Victorian Locket

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, & Seed Pearl Victorian Locket Pendant - Medium Locket measuring 2.0 inches from top of bail to bottom of locket by 1.25 inches wide, Rare Turquoise in a V...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Serpent Locket/Bracelet
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Serpent Locket/Bracelet

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Serpent Locket/Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An English Victorian 15 karat gold bracelet with Persian turquoise and diamonds.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian Locket Earrings of Rock Crystal and Turquoise
Victorian Locket Earrings of Rock Crystal and Turquoise

Victorian Locket Earrings of Rock Crystal and Turquoise

By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

Ovals of rock crystal are secretly lockets set in 15kt gold frames. Both the drops and the engraved earring tops are studded with bezel set natural turquoise.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Large Victorian Garnet Turquoise 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Floral Locket Pendant
Large Victorian Garnet Turquoise 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Floral Locket Pendant

Large Victorian Garnet Turquoise 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Floral Locket Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Oval shaped locket pendant, matte gold with a strongly textured finish, completed by polished bale Featuring a raised floral and foliate motif with a green gold clover, rose gold le...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Silver Turquoise Nesting Love Birds Locket Pin / Pendant
Victorian Silver Turquoise Nesting Love Birds Locket Pin / Pendant

Victorian Silver Turquoise Nesting Love Birds Locket Pin / Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique sterling silver nesting love birds large locket that can be worn as a pin or a pendant. Large and ornate oval locket featuring two love birds watching over their eggs - pear...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Back And Front Turquoise Locket
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Back And Front Turquoise Locket

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Back And Front Turquoise Locket

Located in Portland, England

The locket is decorated with a star motif with a green turquoise stone at its heart.

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Early 20th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Large Victorian, Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Locket
Antique 18ct Gold Large Victorian, Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Locket

Antique 18ct Gold Large Victorian, Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Gold Locket 18ct Gold Tested Victorian Circa 1870 The Most Fabulous, Victorian Oval Shaped Locket.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket
1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket

1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning Victorian snake necklace created in the 1900's. People were always fascinated by snakes and since ancient times that fascination has made snake motif widely used in jewelry...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian turquoise diamond 18k yellow and rose gold locket pendant
Victorian turquoise diamond 18k yellow and rose gold locket pendant

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.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant
Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant

Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

The heart shaped padlock features exquisite scroll leaf engraving and a cluster in the shape of a flower with turquoise petals and a ruby centre. On the other side of this pendant is...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Turquoise and Old Cut Diamond Star Locket Bracelet
Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Turquoise and Old Cut Diamond Star Locket Bracelet

Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Turquoise and Old Cut Diamond Star Locket Bracelet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Victorian Turquoise and Old Cut Diamond Star Locket Bracelet composed of 18k yellow gold. 

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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boxed Victorian 14 Carat Gold Collar and Turquoise and Pearl Locket
Boxed Victorian 14 Carat Gold Collar and Turquoise and Pearl Locket

Boxed Victorian 14 Carat Gold Collar and Turquoise and Pearl Locket

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

An exceptional antique Victorian collar and locket set in their fantastic original plush velvet octagonal box.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Turquoise Pearl Pink Gold Locket Pendant Necklace
Turquoise Pearl Pink Gold Locket Pendant Necklace

Turquoise Pearl Pink Gold Locket Pendant Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian 1880-1890 14k all original pendant necklace with all natural Turquoise and pearls as well as an old mine cut diamond.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Silver Gilt And 9ct Gold Floral Locket with Turquoise and Pearl
Victorian Silver Gilt And 9ct Gold Floral Locket with Turquoise and Pearl

Victorian Silver Gilt And 9ct Gold Floral Locket with Turquoise and Pearl

Located in Portland, England

This extraordinary and rare antique Victorian silver gilt and 9ct gold locket is dated around 1890.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Silver

Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Locket, c.1880s
Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Locket, c.1880s

Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Locket, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

This charming Victorian heart locket features a delicate 0.02 carat cabochon ruby at its centre, surrounded by five oval turquoise.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Locket with the Initial M Set with Turquoises
Gold Locket with the Initial M Set with Turquoises

Gold Locket with the Initial M Set with Turquoises

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat yellow gold oval locket decorated with the initial M set with sugar loaf cut turquoises, with one glassed compartment, France, end 19th century, on an 18 carat gold rope ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900
Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900

Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A 14k yellow gold locket which has been decorated with a turquoise scarab beetle. The locket measures 2 inches from top of the bale to the bottom, and 1 inch across. *Pictured with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Gold Locket with Turquoise and Pearl Accents
Antique French Gold Locket with Turquoise and Pearl Accents

Antique French Gold Locket with Turquoise and Pearl Accents

Located in New York, NY

An antique oval gold locket with a sugar-loaf turquoise surround and a pearl center, in 18k. France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Frames

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Locket Pendant
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Locket Pendant

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Locket Pendant

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Original Victorian locket pendant fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Crystal Turquoise Diamond Gold Locket Pendant with Star Center
Antique Crystal Turquoise Diamond Gold Locket Pendant with Star Center

Antique Crystal Turquoise Diamond Gold Locket Pendant with Star Center

Located in New York, NY

An antique carved crystal locket with a rose diamond and turquoise surround and a central star ornament, in 18k gold. French import 1 3/4" long including bale (Chain not included.)

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Antique 1830s Early Victorian Frames

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Crystal, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Murrie Bennett Turquoise Seed Pearls Lover’s Eye Bow Locket Necklace
Murrie Bennett Turquoise Seed Pearls Lover’s Eye Bow Locket Necklace

Murrie Bennett Turquoise Seed Pearls Lover’s Eye Bow Locket Necklace

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

Rosemary Necklace - A hauntingly beautiful hand-painted watercolor of a Lover’s Eye was recently commissioned to marry the charming folklore of it’s antique counterparts with a gor...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Archaeological Revival Gold Pearl Turquoise Locket Pendant c 1885
Archaeological Revival Gold Pearl Turquoise Locket Pendant c 1885

Archaeological Revival Gold Pearl Turquoise Locket Pendant c 1885

Located in Chicago, IL

St. Petersburg, circa 1885 This superbly crafted large antique Russian gold locket is decorated with gold wire designs in the style of ancient Greek and Etruscan jewelry. The ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Drop Necklaces

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Persian turquoise heart and bow convertible locket brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and silver, Portugal.

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Vintage 1930s Portuguese Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

9 karat Turquoise & Pearl Locket Pendant with Bale and Plaited Hair, circa 1860
9 karat Turquoise & Pearl Locket Pendant with Bale and Plaited Hair, circa 1860

9 karat Turquoise & Pearl Locket Pendant with Bale and Plaited Hair, circa 1860

Located in Baltimore, MD

Turquoise and pearls were a favorite combination of the Victorians in love jewelry.

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Antique 1860s British Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Antique French Locket / Pendant
Antique French Locket / Pendant

Antique French Locket / Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1880s, 18k, French. This antique French pendant (and locket) is meticulously set with brilliant blue Persian turquoise, accented with pearls, and trimmed in diamonds. Its styl...

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Edwardian 1900 British Locket Pendant Earrings Set Tricolor 18Kt Gold
Victorian Edwardian 1900 British Locket Pendant Earrings Set Tricolor 18Kt Gold

Victorian Edwardian 1900 British Locket Pendant Earrings Set Tricolor 18Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Antique Victorian-Edwardian Suite of a Locket-pendant and drop earrings.

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura
18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura

18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold locket in neo etruscan style with a Florentine pietra dura with a different bouquet of flowers on each side, one glassed compartment, 19the century. dimensions: 5 x...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique English Victorian Turquoise Gold Locket
Antique English Victorian Turquoise Gold Locket

Antique English Victorian Turquoise Gold Locket

By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

Fine workmanship in every way, the locket backed oval turquoise and 15 kt gold pendant is in original condition with well matched turquoise stones on the frame and center. The bale ...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace
Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful turquoise set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly engraved w...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Turquoise Locket Pendant
Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Turquoise Locket Pendant

Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Turquoise Locket Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

A locket of pure, unblemished, rock crystal surrounded with natural persian turquoise shows off glowing on the skin.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Unique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Locket
Unique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Locket

Unique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Locket

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Unique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl locket Lavishly decorated on the front and back sides, the hinged rectangular design opens in book like manner to reveal its inner secret, sec...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket
Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

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W 0.48 in D 0.16 in L 0.6 in

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

Located in London, GB

Antique Circa 1880s. Turquoise semi precious gemstone fronted 9ct gold Locket with faded 9ct on raised plaque section to lockets reverse Closure very good Bail ring is in great con...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

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Victorian Turquoise Locket For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact victorian turquoise locket you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 123 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian turquoise locket 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 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing victorian turquoise locket — no matter the origin — is easy, but Karen Sugarman Designs, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Tiffany & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and rose cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a victorian turquoise locket, 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 Victorian Turquoise Locket?

The price for a victorian turquoise locket starts at $250 and tops out at $19,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,870.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

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. 

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Turquoise in Jewelry Design

The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?

It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.

Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.

In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.

Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.