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Antique Victorian Heart Locket 14 Karat Gold Vintage Jewelry Picture Pendant
Antique Victorian Heart Locket 14 Karat Gold Vintage Jewelry Picture Pendant

Antique Victorian Heart Locket 14 Karat Gold Vintage Jewelry Picture Pendant

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant and finely detailed antique Victorian heart locket (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14k

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pendant
Antique Art Nouveau Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pendant

Antique Art Nouveau Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pendant

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed Art Nouveau era locket (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 10 karat yellow gold

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Locket Blue Enamel 10 Karat Gold Vintage Pendant Jewelry
Antique Victorian Locket Blue Enamel 10 Karat Gold Vintage Pendant Jewelry

Antique Victorian Locket Blue Enamel 10 Karat Gold Vintage Pendant Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant and finely detailed antique Victorian blue enamel locket (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 9 Karat White Gold
Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 9 Karat White Gold

Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 9 Karat White Gold

Located in London, England

An elegant oval locket set in 9k white gold. The piece is designed in the classic petite oval

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Early 2000s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 18 Karat White Gold

Vintage Petite Oval Photo Locket Set in 18 Karat White Gold

Located in London, England

An elegant oval locket set in 18k white gold. The piece is designed in the classic petite oval

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Early 2000s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket Vintage Pendant
Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket Vintage Pendant

Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket Vintage Pendant

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant is designed as a puffed high polished gold heart. Opens on a hinge to reveal two heart shaped recesses with blue paper lining. Completed by jump ring bale. Stamped 585 for 18...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate Domed Round Diamond Locket Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate Domed Round Diamond Locket Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate Domed Round Diamond Locket Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

VINTAGE ESTATE DOME ROUND DIAMONDS LOCKET RING IN 14K YELLOW GOLD 8US Specifications: main

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Photo Hand Carved Locket Globe Pendant
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Photo Hand Carved Locket Globe Pendant

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Photo Hand Carved Locket Globe Pendant

Located in Fairfield, CT

Sphere Locket Pendant This Antique Sphere Locket Pendant is a timeless treasure, made in rich 14k

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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Locket Square Diamond Vintage 10 Karat Gold Platinum Pendant
Antique Victorian Locket Square Diamond Vintage 10 Karat Gold Platinum Pendant

Antique Victorian Locket Square Diamond Vintage 10 Karat Gold Platinum Pendant

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian era locket (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10 karat rose gold

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

9 Karat Gold Engraved Locket
9 Karat Gold Engraved Locket

9 Karat Gold Engraved Locket

Located in London, England

A vintage 9 karat yellow gold locket with ornate front detail. The locket measures 42mm length x

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Blue Enamel Oval Locket
Victorian Blue Enamel Oval Locket

Victorian Blue Enamel Oval Locket

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Beautiful 1920s 10k yellow Gold oval locket set with Blue Enamel and etched with an Art Nouveau

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Locket Clasp - Vintage
Double Strand Pearl Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Locket Clasp - Vintage

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Locket Clasp - Vintage

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

vintage 1960's pearl necklace secures to the reverse with a rectangular 18k yellow gold, locket style push

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Locket Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Locket Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Locket Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a brightly polished, puffed dome, oval locket Opens on a hinge to reveal two deep

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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Heart Locket Bracelet
14k Gold Heart Locket Bracelet

14k Gold Heart Locket Bracelet

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

with a vintage heart locket charm. Tab closure. Best fit for a size 7-8" wrist and weighs 16.76g

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Mughal Enamelled Heart Locket Pendant
Mughal Enamelled Heart Locket Pendant

Mughal Enamelled Heart Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

Here we have an outstanding heart shaped locket produced during the Mughal era. Mughal jewellery is

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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Round Picture Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Round Picture Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Round Picture Locket Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed Art Nouveau era locket (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 10 karat yellow gold

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960's  Photo Locket 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Link Bracelet
1960's  Photo Locket 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Link Bracelet

1960's Photo Locket 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Link Bracelet

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Unique locket bracelet handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The bracelet features 4 locket stations

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Mid-20th Century American Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Victorian Revival 14K Gold Vintage Accordion Locket Sphere Pendant
Mid-Century Victorian Revival 14K Gold Vintage Accordion Locket Sphere Pendant

Mid-Century Victorian Revival 14K Gold Vintage Accordion Locket Sphere Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a pierced dimensional sphere form depicting a scrolling heart motif throughout Comprised of two hinged curved arms that release to reveal folded accordion style links Hin...

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Vintage 1950s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970’s 9ct Gold Heart Locket Pendant with Tiny Diamond Ring
Vintage 1970’s 9ct Gold Heart Locket Pendant with Tiny Diamond Ring

Vintage 1970’s 9ct Gold Heart Locket Pendant with Tiny Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

, Vintage Heart Pendant. Lovely Locket Style, Red Lined with a Tiny Little Diamond Engagement Ring Inside

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Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Victor Mayer Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Locket Pendant
Victor Mayer Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Locket Pendant

Victor Mayer Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Locket Pendant

By Victor Mayer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a heart-shaped locket form suspended from grooved enhancer bale Featuring a basse

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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Sterling Silver Repousse Abalone Oblong Locket
Sterling Silver Repousse Abalone Oblong Locket

Sterling Silver Repousse Abalone Oblong Locket

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver and abalone locket. Beautifully detailed oblong oval locket with repousse

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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Repousse Lapis Oblong Locket
Sterling Silver Repousse Lapis Oblong Locket

Sterling Silver Repousse Lapis Oblong Locket

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver and lapis locket. Beautifully detailed oblong oval locket with repousse

Category

20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

10 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
10 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

10 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant- This stunning hinged locket is detailed with a lovely

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant This lovely hinged locket is beautifully detailed in

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant This stunning hinged locket is detailed with a lovely

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant This lovely pendant features a beautifully detailed

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Locket 14k Gold 4 Pages Diamond Ruby Pendant Fine Jewelry
Vintage Tiffany & Co Locket 14k Gold 4 Pages Diamond Ruby Pendant Fine Jewelry

Vintage Tiffany & Co Locket 14k Gold 4 Pages Diamond Ruby Pendant Fine Jewelry

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co diamond & ruby locket, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa

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Early 20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 3.9mm Pearl Hand Engraved Oval Large Locket Pendant
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 3.9mm Pearl Hand Engraved Oval Large Locket Pendant

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 3.9mm Pearl Hand Engraved Oval Large Locket Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

10th Anniversary 12-20-51 Ed Condition: Vintage. Shows some Patina & light surface wear. Stock Number

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Black Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket Necklace
14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Black Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket Necklace

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Black Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Dimensions: necklace measures 26-inches in length Weight: 82.34 grams

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gas Tank Locket Pendant by Péry Fils for Van Cleef and Arpels
Vintage Gas Tank Locket Pendant by Péry Fils for Van Cleef and Arpels

Vintage Gas Tank Locket Pendant by Péry Fils for Van Cleef and Arpels

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

: French, eagle’s heads Maker’s mark: P & Fls Comments: This unique pendant features a gas tank locket

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Vintage 1940s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Victorian Fleur-de-Lis Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond 10 Karat Gold Vintage
Antique Victorian Fleur-de-Lis Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond 10 Karat Gold Vintage

Antique Victorian Fleur-de-Lis Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond 10 Karat Gold Vintage

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant and finely detailed antique Victorian round locket (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 10k

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Enamel Double Locket in Original Box
Victorian Enamel Double Locket in Original Box

Victorian Enamel Double Locket in Original Box

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

vintage photos still intact inside. The piece is in excellent antique condition. The locket measures 1

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Large Locket Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Large Locket Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Large Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant This stunning hinged locket is crafted in beautifully

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Photo Locket Pendant
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Photo Locket Pendant

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Photo Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely Victorian diamond locket pendant. The front of the pendant features a rose cut

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Louis Vuitton Locket Chain Vintage Link Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold, 87 Gm
Louis Vuitton Locket Chain Vintage Link Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold, 87 Gm

Louis Vuitton Locket Chain Vintage Link Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold, 87 Gm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in New York, NY

Louis Vuitton 18K White Gold Padlock Charm Chain Bracelet 87 gm Unisex Brand Louis Vuitton Metal White Gold 87 gm Finish Polished Style Chain Width 11.10 mm Fastening Lobster lock ...

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2010s Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 14k Gold Necklace Blue Enamel Locket Pendant
Victorian 14k Gold Necklace Blue Enamel Locket Pendant

Victorian 14k Gold Necklace Blue Enamel Locket Pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

pendant gives it a classic, vintage feel. Inside the locket, there's space for a personal memento, making

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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Large Engraved Locket, 9K Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Large Engraved Locket, 9K Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Large Engraved Locket, 9K Yellow Gold

Located in Canterbury, England

A unique piece within our carefully curated Vintage & Prestige fine jewellery collection, we are

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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Binder Bros, Inc. Sterling Silver Square Floral Locket
Binder Bros, Inc. Sterling Silver Square Floral Locket

Binder Bros, Inc. Sterling Silver Square Floral Locket

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage large square sterling silver locket by Binder Bros, Inc of NY, NY, circa 1910-1920

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant
Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

features a pearl set cross with light blue enamel and the locket opens to store a small photograph of your

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sweet Victorian Circa 1870 Engraved Yellow Gold Oval Locket
Sweet Victorian Circa 1870 Engraved Yellow Gold Oval Locket

Sweet Victorian Circa 1870 Engraved Yellow Gold Oval Locket

Located in Wheaton, IL

carry around. The inside of the locket doesn't have glass, which gives it a unique and vintage look

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Circular Photo Folding Orb Locket Pendant #20948
Sterling Silver Circular Photo Folding Orb Locket Pendant #20948

Sterling Silver Circular Photo Folding Orb Locket Pendant #20948

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling Silver Circular Photo Folding Orb Locket Pendant - This vintage oval orb locket with 6

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Sterling Silver Birmingham Hallmarked 1882 Victorian Leaf Engraved Locket
Large Sterling Silver Birmingham Hallmarked 1882 Victorian Leaf Engraved Locket

Large Sterling Silver Birmingham Hallmarked 1882 Victorian Leaf Engraved Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

or displayed as a vintage piece, this locket is sure to captivate and delight for generations to come

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Guilloche Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Round Locket
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Guilloche Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Round Locket

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Guilloche Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Round Locket

Located in Brighton, GB

treasured memories inside. Ideal for those who appreciate unique, vintage jewellery, this locket is not

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Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s
14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s

14 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Charm, "Esemco", circa 1930s-1940s

By Esemco

Located in Addison, TX

Vintage Book Locket Charm circa 1930-40's Crafted of solid 14K yellow gold, book shaped locket

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Vintage 1930s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Engraved Locket 39mm Old Mine Cut Diamond Original 1890's
Victorian Engraved Locket 39mm Old Mine Cut Diamond Original 1890's

Victorian Engraved Locket 39mm Old Mine Cut Diamond Original 1890's

Located in Dearborn, MI

Genuine Original Antique from the 1890's Victorian Diamond Locket Pendant Necklace Vintage Antique

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

STYLE: Collar PENDANT SHAPE: - NECKLACE LENGTH: - LOCKET TYPE: - CLOSURE: - VINTAGE?: Yes YEAR

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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Collier Necklace
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Collier Necklace

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Collier Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

SHAPE: - NECKLACE LENGTH: - LOCKET TYPE: - CLOSURE: - VINTAGE?: Yes YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1970-1979 BOX

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Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces

Materials

Gold

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Vintage Lockets For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage lockets. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 418 vintage versions or 43 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of vintage lockets includes designs that are universally popular, but modern and Victorian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Goldette each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 59 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, cabochon and old mine cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of vintage lockets, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Lockets?

On average, vintage lockets at 1stDibs sell for $698, while they’re typically $69 on the low end and $82,321 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Vintage Lockets
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    No one knows for sure when the very first locket was made, but 16th-century examples have been found. After the execution of Charles I in 1649, people wore lockets that contained miniature portraits of the king, and by the 18th century, it was fashionable to wear lockets that contained locks of hair from someone you admired. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of lockets from some of the world's top sellers.

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