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 romance of a fairy garden comes to life in this Art Nouveau pendant with plique a jour. Made of 18k yellow gold, the center of this pendant is splashed with garden green plique a jour enameling. A delicately enameled blossom with a spherical pearl center tops this display and a wing shaped pearl dangles from the bottom. The focal point of this Art Nouveau pendant is a golden sprite whose locks are highlighted with an old style single cut diamond. A 14k white gold cable link chain is included. Circa 1950s or later
The miracle of Jesus Christs birth is captured in this mother of pearl and diamond pendant. A square mother of pearl stone carved with Joseph and the Christ Child is at the center of the platinum clad 18k yellow gold pendant. The mother of pearl stone is surrounded by an intricately carved oval frame. Eight rose cut diamonds and six rectangular baguette cut blue sapphires accent the frame. They lend 0.04 carats of diamond weight and 0.14 carats of gemstone weight to the pendant. The 18-inch platinum and 18 karat yellow gold cable link chain is included. Circa 1940s or later
Like a fairy trellis, this 1920s filigree and diamond brooch and pendant allows the most delicate of blossoms to climb their way up its architecture. Made of 14k white gold, this pin/pendant combos filigree work is dainty and demure. A rhomboid-set round brilliant cut diamond centerpieces the filigreeing. This L-colored, SI1-clarity diamond accent weighs 0.25 carats. Wear this versatile jewelry piece as either a brooch or a pendant. Circa 1920
Constructed of 14k yellow gold, this Victorian pearl brooch is a versatile addition to your jewelry wardrobe as it may be worn as a pin or pendant. The six-sided stars points alternate with fleur-de-listipped rays. A collection of spherical and half creamy white iridescent pearls accent the metallic elements of this Victorian pearl pendant and brooch. Circa 1890
Delicate white blossoms peek their way out of summers greenery in this Art Nouveau antique pendant. The 9k yellow gold base of this antique pendant is done in a romantic heart and horseshoe design. The flower petals that accent the metals open-weave construction are highlighted with a collection of fourteen round half seed pearls. A round faceted mixed cut peridot weighing 0.39 carats is suspended from the center of the pendant. An oval faceted mixed cut spinel dangles from the bottom of the pendant. Circa 1900
A trio of diamonds cascade down the neckline in this 1930s filigree antique pendant. A finely detailed 14k white gold base provides the shimmering backdrop for this antique pendant. Suspended below a pair of imitation glass bead pearls, this 1930s pendant boasts a trio of pagoda set diamonds. Ranging in color from E to F and in clarity from VVS1 to VVS2, these round single cut diamond accents total 0.07 carats. The14k white gold chain is included. Circa 1930
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