Venetian-glass intaglios, ancient Greek and Roman coins, antique porcelain buttons and other treasures that Elizabeth Locke collects from around the world all inspire and are incorporated into her earrings, necklaces and other handmade designs.
The Virginia-based jeweler began her journey as a collector after she’d already launched her namesake jewelry line, and her assemblage of micromosaics, which are essentially miniature plaques composed of enameled-glass tesserae, were the subject of the 2020–21 exhibition “A Return to the Grand Tour: Micromosaic Jewels from the Collection of Elizabeth Locke” at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
“They’re very hard to find, and you never know where you’ll see them,” Locke explains of micromosaics, the magnificent, miniature works for which she’s had to navigate lesser-known antique shops and auctions and build relationships with private dealers in Europe.
All of Locke’s imaginative jewelry pieces see an integration of rare and eclectic materials, the kind that might’ve been amassed during a 19th-century Grand Tour of Europe, when these coming-of-age journeys had long been popular (mostly for wealthy European men). Working in a neoclassical style, Locke references history with a modern approach for her moonstone earrings, gold-link bracelets, Venetian-glass pendants and other distinctive accessories. As she told W magazine, “Jewelry is designed for the era in which it is worn.”
In 1988, as an editor for Town & Country, Locke traveled to Bangkok to write about making jewelry. Unexpectedly, she found her niche. Upon her return home, Locke enrolled in the Gemological Institute of America and began sketching ideas. By 1990, her tourmaline ring — crafted with the goldsmiths she had met in Bangkok and who she would continue to collaborate with over the following decades — landed the cover of W.
Locke’s handmade, 19-karat-gold designs give one-of-a-kind antiquities new meaning in the 21st century. Not one to follow trends, Locke prefers designs that express a unique vision. “I know what I can do and I know what I feel comfortable doing, and I stick to it,” she has said.
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Elizabeth Locke 18K Yellow Gold Citrine Statement Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular estate Elizabeth Locke citrine and 18K yellow gold necklace Citrines: Aproximately 475 TCW, ranging from 23mm to 18mm in length, ri...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Toggle Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Toggle Necklace
Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 33.91 TCW Amethyst Mother Of Pearl 19k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Towson, MD
This exceptional estate Elizabeth Locke 19 karat yellow gold cross pendant, dating to 2005, represents the pinnacle of American fine jewelry design. Measuring 2 3/8 inches by 1 3/4 i...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke Venetian Glass Goddess Flora 18K Gold Large Size Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Locke Convertible Pin / Pendant "Depicting the Roman goddess Flora with flowing gown and her icons - a flower and vase" Venetian Glass with Mother of Pearl Backing Surround...
18k Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19kt Gold Smooth Link Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Bethesda, MD
Meticulously crafted in rich 19k yellow gold, this Elizabeth Locke necklace embodies enduring sophistication. Its bold 15mm oval links form a sculptural silhouette, enhanced by a pol...
Gold
Elizabeth Locke 1990's Citrine 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Mythical Intaglio Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an octagonal shaped reverse-carved Venetian glass tablet measuring 19.5 x 15.0 mm Transparent medium reddish-orange in color and backed by iridescent white mother-of-pearl ...
Amber, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19K Yellow Gold Oval Link Necklace with Toggle Clasp
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted in rich 19-karat yellow gold, this Elizabeth Locke necklace features a series of textured round links, creating a substantial yet elegant chain secured with a signature toggl...
Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Elizabeth Locke 19kt Yellow Gold Necklace 134.3 grams 17.75 Inches Long 17.5mm Round Links Stamped 19K & The Elizabeth Locke Hallmark We Guarantee This to be 100% Authe...
Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Heavy Link Chain Necklace 32"
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Circle Link Necklace by Elizabeth Locke Features Hammered Circle Links All Appx 1 cm in Diameter Total Length = 32" Ends in a Toggle Clasp with Sapphire Cabochon Accents Tot...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Gold Toggle Link Necklace
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York City, NY
Timeless Elegance: Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Gold Toggle Link Necklace This luxurious 18 Karat gold toggle link necklace by the renowned des...
18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980's Citrine and Smoky Quartz Statement Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Incredible statement necklace with citrine and smoky quartz gemstones. The color combination is beautiful and the flower clasp in the back is a nice touch. The necklace is very fluid...
Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Chakra Charm Pendant
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 10 mm size charm Mother of Pearl 3.5 cts approx June birthstone Chain sold separately Exquisitely fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold, this 10 mm pe...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Sun Pendant with Mother of Pearl
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Mother of pearl 4.50 carats approx. Chain sold separately Limited Edition Exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow gold, this limited-edition pendant features a captivating mother-of-pearl centerpiece...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Beaded Strand Necklace 18" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Style: Beaded Strand Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 18" Width: 1/4" (6.1mm) Front Width: 1/4" (6.1mm) Back Width: 5...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,855
W 1.75 in L 2.75 in
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Blue Intaglio, Diamond Filigree, Cherub Brooch Pendant
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold Intaglio and diamond brooch/pendant. The brooch has a large full figured cherub at the top that is seated on an urn set with diamonds. The ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7 Pearl Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Necklace Length: 16" Pearl Type: Akoya Pearls Pearl Bead Diameter : 6 mm Stamped: "K18" Conditi...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Smooth 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace 29 Grams 5 MM Wide 17.5 Inches
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold link necklace featuring a sand dust finish weighing 29 grams. 5 MM Wide 17.5" Matching bracelet - sold separately 56
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,325
H 1.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 5.5 in L 17 in
Vintage Fendi Gold Tone Blue Cabochon Toggle Necklace, Circa 1980s
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Fendi Gold Tone and Blue Cabochon Toggle Necklace. A substantial Necklace from the 1980s features oval discs of gold with blue cabochons, which are shiny, and a sphere with a wheat pattern...
Mixed Metal
Roberto Coin Textured Oval Toggle Sapphire Dia Necklace 28 1/2" Yellow Gold 18k
By Roberto Coin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $14,500 (estimated) Brand: Roberto Coin Design: Textured Oval Toggle Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Cut: Round...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Marquise Double Link Necklace
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow Gold Marquise Double Link Necklace finished at 17" with a snap clasp closure. The larger marquise links are approximately 1" long a...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Heavy Oval Link Toggle Necklace 123.3 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18.5"
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow gold necklace featuring medium size links and a large toggle clasp. Signed Badou Big loop 1.5" Medium loop 7/8" Long 0.70" Wide Small loops 0.47" Clasp bar 2.50" Ev...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 2000's 19 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Hammered Bee Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed gold disk centering a carved intaglio of a bee Set in a fluted bezel featuring a finely hammered texture throughout Suspending from a granulated enhancer style ba...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 1990's Pearl Aquamarine 19K Gold Vintage Hammered Cross Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a puffy domed maltese cross form featuring bezel set aquamarine cabochons Centering a square sugarloaf shaped cabochon measuring 7.0 x 7.0 mm With oval shaped cabochons o...
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 3 Graces Venetian Glass Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite pendant showcases a teal Venetian glass intaglio depicting the Three Graces, elegantly backed with mother of pearl. Crafted in 19kt yellow gold, it measures 1 7/8 inch...
Gold, 15k Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19K Gold Lapis Necklace with Hammered Martin Clasp
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Bethesda, MD
This classic Elizabeth Locke necklace features richly colored 10mm lapis lazuli beads, perfectly matched for depth and brilliance. The strand measures 17 inches in length and is fini...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Elizabeth Locke 18th-Century Chinese Gambling Counter Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Bethesda, MD
This striking Elizabeth Locke pendant features an authentic 18th-century Chinese mother-of-pearl gambling counter, elegantly mounted in richly textured 19-karat yellow gold. Measurin...
Gold
Elizabeth Locke 18K Gold Mabe Pearl Pendant / Brooch with Foldable Bail
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Locke 18kt Gold Mabe Pearl Pendant / Brooch with Foldable Bail 2.25 Inches Long Including The Bail 1.75 Inches Wide 17.1 grams We Guarantee This to be 100% Authentic El...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke oval-shaped link chain necklace in 19k yellow gold with a hammered finish. Toggle style bar clasp with ruby cabochon cut end caps. Signed 'EL' for Elizabeth Locke ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19kt Gold Oval Link Volterra Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Bethesda, MD
Adorn your neckline with this stunning necklace from Elizabeth Locke, featuring hammered 19kt yellow gold oval links. This piece is secured with a toggle closure and finished caboch...
Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Venetian Red Glass Pearl Onyx Cupid Pendant Brooch
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke intaglio pendant brooch, centering a deep red Venetian glass carved intaglio of Cupid riding a lion backed by mother-of-pearl and bezel-set in a polished 19k yellow g...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Green Venetian Glass Peridot Putto Intaglio Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke intaglio pendant, featuring green Venetian glass carved in a winged putto design backed by mother-of-pearl and bezel-set in a hand-hammered 19k yellow gold frame. Th...
Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Elephant Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elephant intaglio pendant, featuring clear Venetian glass carved in an elephant design backed by mother-of-pearl and bezel-set in a hand-hammered 19k yellow gold frame. The frame fu...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 19k Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Link Necklace
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elizabeth Locke necklace in 19 karat yellow gold, featuring twenty-three 8-8.5mm cultured Akoya pearls with polished gold connecting links as well as hammered finish gold end caps on...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold