The Victorian jewelry era saw pendants come into fashion when they were often worn in multiples on necklaces. Lockets were also a much loved accessory of this era, and were sometimes worn underneath clothing to protect the cherished keepsake from prying public eyes. By the Art Deco period, long pendants were very popular. Whether worn on a choker or a long chain, antique pendants and lockets evoke a romantic and sometimes religious sentimentalism. Our selection of antique pendants and lockets and estate pendants and lockets cater to this sentimentality with a host of spellbinding touches.
We carry antique and estate cameo pendants and lockets, Virgin Mary pendants and lockets, and lockets carved with fancy floral and leaf cutwork. Our unique and unusual collection of antique and estate pendants and lockets showcases pieces which are fashioned in mother of pearl, and enhanced with diamonds and intricate metal working. Our antique and estate pendants and lockets are also set in a white, and yellow golds and platinum and are adorned with pearls and other gemstones. Find the perfect antique or estate pendant, or antique or estate locket on the pages of our pendant and locket gallery.
The delicate whisper of a finely and intricately spun dreamcatcher comes to life in this antique quartz and diamond pendant. The 14k white gold metal of this antique pendant is woven in a lacy swirl pattern, inside of which lays a round single cut diamond. Delicate and airy, the natural quartz (rock crystal) has an oval tablet cut with starburst back. Antique quartz and diamond pendants are perfect for any occasion. Circa 1932
This antique quartz and diamond pendant is like one of the ornate doorknockers that might have heralded visitors to Dickensian front entryways. Done in a hexagonal shape, the precious metal portion of this antique pendant is carved in an eclectic mix of elements. The domed top culminates in a fleur de lis. Hanging suspended in the center is a lace-trimmed square set round single cut diamond. A calfs head tablet natural quartz with starburst provides the backdrop for antique pendants like this one. Circa 1932
If Cupids arrows were as romantic as this antique style Victorian filigree pendant, theyd never miss their mark. Constructed of silver-clad 14k yellow gold, this Victorian style pendant contains all the hallmarks of love. The pendant is accented with a collection of thirty old style diamonds with a total diamond weight of 0.52 carats. A 20 inch silver cable link chain with spring ring clasp is included. Remind her of your love with this romantic Victorian style pendant!
Hearts and flower baskets come sweetly together in this romantic Edwardian antique pearl and diamond pendant. The platinum-topped 18k yellow gold heart-shaped base of this antique pendant is centered with a woven basket. The basket overflows with flowers and is topped with a bow. The flowers and bow are studded with ten rose cut diamonds and seven semi-spherical cream and silver white natural pearls. The combined diamond weight of this Edwardian pendant is 0.05 carats. Circa 1900
Fluffy clouds misted with vibrant drops of dew are brought to mind with this Art Nouveau sapphire and diamond pendant. Set in 14k yellow gold and tipped with silver, this antique-style pendants swirls are enhanced with two blue sapphires. The upper sapphire is oval faceted mixed cut while the lower, suspended sapphire is pear shaped. The total gemstone weight of this pendant is 2.43 carats. A collection of rose cut diamond add a touch of shimmer. This is an Art Nouveau reproduction pendant.