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9ct Gold Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Bracelet
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Bracelet

9ct Gold Antique Victorian Heart Padlock Bracelet

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This bracelet will be your next go-to piece of jewelry in your collection! You will be reaching for this bracelet everyday whether it be getting ready for errands or a date-night. Th...

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Antique 1890s Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Heart 9ct Yellow Gold Locket Necklace
Antique Victorian Heart 9ct Yellow Gold Locket Necklace

Antique Victorian Heart 9ct Yellow Gold Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

This Victorian heart locket is a beautifully crafted example of late 19th-century sentimental jewellery.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Box Jewelry Dresser Pill Patch Box
Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Box Jewelry Dresser Pill Patch Box

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Box Jewelry Dresser Pill Patch Box

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HEART SHAPE BOX WITH A STERLING SILVER REPOUSSE ENGRAVED TOP OF EXTRAORDINARY BEAUTY WITH A CRYSTAL BOTTOM.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous Antique Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace set throughout with lovely Turquoise and Pearls in a wonderful 10 Karat Gold Heart.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian

Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian

Located in New York, NY

The heart weighs 5.5 grams. The heart is on a stunning early antique Victorian chain of 14K Gold.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Tiger's Eye Heart Pendant with Seed Pearl Halo, 14 Karat
Antique Victorian Tiger's Eye Heart Pendant with Seed Pearl Halo, 14 Karat

Antique Victorian Tiger's Eye Heart Pendant with Seed Pearl Halo, 14 Karat

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Crafted from 14 karat gold, this pendant features a heart-shaped tiger's eye surrounded by a halo of delicate seed pearls. A excellent addition to either a neck stack, sure to stand ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Carved Agate Heart Brooch Pin
Antique Victorian Carved Agate Heart Brooch Pin

Antique Victorian Carved Agate Heart Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

This charming vintage brooch sold by Kentshire at Bergdorf Goodman features an Agate carved into a romantic heart shape, set in a warm gold-filled frame. The smooth, translucent agat...

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Agate, Gold-filled

Large Antique Victorian Hand-Carved Banded Carnelian Agate Heart
Large Antique Victorian Hand-Carved Banded Carnelian Agate Heart

Large Antique Victorian Hand-Carved Banded Carnelian Agate Heart

Located in London, GB

Large Antique Victorian 45mm Hand-Carved Banded Carnelian Agate Heavy Solid Heart Pendant, Circa 1890 A stunning piece of late-19th-century romantic history, this extra-large Victo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Scent Flask
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Scent Flask

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Scent Flask

By Deykin & Harrison

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fine antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask has a heart-shaped form.

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct Gold, Large Early Victorian Opal & Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique 18ct Gold, Large Early Victorian Opal & Diamond Heart Pendant

Antique 18ct Gold, Large Early Victorian Opal & Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Heart Pendant 18ct Gold Circa 1870 *The chain is sold separately Step into a realm of timeless elegance with this remarkable early Victorian pendant, a true museum-worth...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Solid 9ct Gold & Heart Shaped Opal Pin Sentimental Jewel 1880s
Antique Victorian Solid 9ct Gold & Heart Shaped Opal Pin Sentimental Jewel 1880s

Antique Victorian Solid 9ct Gold & Heart Shaped Opal Pin Sentimental Jewel 1880s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

This piece dates from around 1890-1900 and is a lovely piece of Antique jewellery. This Victorian Opal Heart Stick Pin is in very good antique condition and measures approx. 4.5cm by...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Engraved Heart 9ct Gold Locket Necklace
Antique Victorian Engraved Heart 9ct Gold Locket Necklace

Antique Victorian Engraved Heart 9ct Gold Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

This Victorian heart locket is a beautifully preserved example of late 19th century sentimental jewellery.

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20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Black Heart Pendant Pressed Wood Metal
Antique Victorian Black Heart Pendant Pressed Wood Metal

Antique Victorian Black Heart Pendant Pressed Wood Metal

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Victorian heart pendant was created out of a black pressed wood composite in the 1880's. The design shows an inner heart and a palm leaf surrounded by an outer heart decorated w...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Heart Locket Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Heart Locket Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Heart Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

This Victorian heart locket is a beautifully crafted example of late 19th-century sentimental jewellery.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Large Heart Amethyst & Diamond Enamel Brooch Pendant
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Large Heart Amethyst & Diamond Enamel Brooch Pendant

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Large Heart Amethyst & Diamond Enamel Brooch Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

This impressive antique brooch or pendant was crafted during the Victorian ear in solid 14k yellow gold and features a large heart design that is set with a truly mesmerizing royal p...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Amethyst Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Arrow & Heart Pendant Brooch
Victorian Amethyst Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Arrow & Heart Pendant Brooch

Victorian Amethyst Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Arrow & Heart Pendant Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a buff top heart cut amethyst weighing approximately 51.54 carats - transparent medium purple Prong set in a yellow gold basket form and depicted as being pierced by an arr...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Etruscan Puffy Heart Ring
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Etruscan Puffy Heart Ring

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Etruscan Puffy Heart Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Heart Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Pretty, Little Victorian Puffy Heart Ring.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique 10k gold heart locket pendant with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 2 carats in back foiled old technique pendant lenght 4.5cm dates back to the victorian era 1850/1880.c

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Moonstone Pearl Heart Bangle Bracelet 10k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Antique Victorian Moonstone Pearl Heart Bangle Bracelet 10k Yellow Gold Jewelry

Antique Victorian Moonstone Pearl Heart Bangle Bracelet 10k Yellow Gold Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian moonstone & pearl bangle bracelet (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10k yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Bangles

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Bracelet Heart Padlock Bracelet.
Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Bracelet Heart Padlock Bracelet.

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Bracelet Heart Padlock Bracelet.

Located in San Francisco, CA

LOVE this Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Bracelet Heart Padlock Bracelet!

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Pendant
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Pendant

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Pendant

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Heart Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880s * The chain is sold separately This exquisite Victorian heart pendant, crafted in 15ct yellow gold, beautifully embodies th...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heart Shape Locket Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This exquisite 14-karat gold heart-shaped locket pendant from the 19th century is a stunning example of antique Victorian craftsmanship.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Gate Bracelet 15ct Gold Tagged & Stamped Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian gate bracelet.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

WH Haseler Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Match Holder Striker Vinaigrette
WH Haseler Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Match Holder Striker Vinaigrette

WH Haseler Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Match Holder Striker Vinaigrette

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HEART SHAPE LOCKET, MATCH HOLDER STRIKER OR PERFUME VINAIGRETTE BY THE ESTEEMED BRITISH SILVERSMITH WILLIAM HAIR HASELER.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Double Heart ‘MIZPAH’ Brooch
Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Double Heart ‘MIZPAH’ Brooch

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Double Heart ‘MIZPAH’ Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A rose gold brooch, formed in the shape of two connected hearts, in 9 karat rose gold, with pin and fittings in 9 karat rose gold. This lovely brooch is beautiful in its Victorian...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Coral Heart Earrings Dangle Drop Earrings Antique Gold
Victorian Coral Heart Earrings Dangle Drop Earrings Antique Gold

Victorian Coral Heart Earrings Dangle Drop Earrings Antique Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous pair of Victorian Coral Heart Dangle Drop Earrings in 10 Karat Gold.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique victorian era heart pendant with rose cut diamonds hanging with a swallow bird in 10k gold back foiled diamonds estimate weight 1.5 carats pendant lenght 3.5cm was made 1880/...

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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Double Heart Pendant
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Double Heart Pendant

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Double Heart Pendant

Located in Brighton, GB

Double Heart Crown Pearl Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1900 A romantic Victorian pendant featuring two interlocking hearts crowned as one.

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Silver French Stamped, Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver French Stamped, Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant

Antique 18ct Gold & Silver French Stamped, Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Witches Heart Pendant 18ct Gold & Silver French Stamped Circa 1870 *The chain is sold separately This exquisite Early Victorian Heart Pendant is a stunning example ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s Unknown High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique victorian era rose cut diamond peandant in heart designe topped with a swallow bird and a ruby stone with engraved detailed work on the back estimate diamond weight 1.5 carat...

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Antique 1870s Pendant Necklaces

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

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Photograph Frame - London 1899
Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Photograph Frame - London 1899

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Photograph Frame - London 1899

By William Comyns

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1899 by William Comyns, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame is plain in style and heart shaped.

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Jade Extra Large Heart Pendant
Antique Jade Extra Large Heart Pendant

Antique Jade Extra Large Heart Pendant

Located in London, GB

Huge Stunning Antique Jade Stone Heart with 9ct Gold Decoration & Bail Circa 1880s Victorian Era Size 4.5 cm x 5 cm Weight 18 grammes

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique voctorian era heart pendant with rose cut diamonds estimate weight 3.5 carats back foiled with a hanging swallow bird decorted with a ruby stone and detaled engraved work on ...

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Double-Heart Hairwork Mourning Ring
Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Double-Heart Hairwork Mourning Ring

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Rose Gold Double-Heart Hairwork Mourning Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful victorian double-heart mourning ring with braided hairwork in band. #R0018 Metal: 9K Rose Gold Weight: 4.7 Grams Ring Size: 7.75 *Unfortunately this ring cannot be si...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Band Rings

Materials

9k Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Pendant Brooch
Victorian Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Pendant Brooch

Victorian Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Pendant Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a domed heart-shaped form centering an old mine cut diamond Bead set and weighing approximately 0.10 carat total - eye clean and bright Accented by a surround of clustere...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring.

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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 1880s heart Locket Rose Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian 1880s heart Locket Rose Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian 1880s heart Locket Rose Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique rose cut diamond heart locket pendant with an estimate diamond weight of 3 carats decorated with black enamel total pendant length 4cm dates back to the astro hungarian era 1...

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Rolo Link Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Rolo Link Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Rolo Link Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Rolo Link Chain 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1890 This exquisite 9ct gold-stamped Victorian rolo link chain is a true masterpiece that will elevate any outfit.

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a beautiful 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exudes charm and hi...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1898 Makers Mark G E W Ld (G E Walton & Co) Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance, a beautiful 15c...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a beautiful 15ct yellow gold curb link bracelet that exudes charm an...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Heart Shaped Diamond 2.33ctw 15k Gold Enamel Bracelet
Victorian Heart Shaped Diamond 2.33ctw 15k Gold Enamel Bracelet

Victorian Heart Shaped Diamond 2.33ctw 15k Gold Enamel Bracelet

Located in Scotts Valley, CA

Details: This is from our private stash. Fabulous Heart Shaped Diamond, an antique hand cut diamond!

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped & Tagged Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a substantial 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exud...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped & Tagged Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exudes charm and...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Orange Blossom Shield Antique Love Token Brooch
Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Orange Blossom Shield Antique Love Token Brooch

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Orange Blossom Shield Antique Love Token Brooch

Located in North Attleboro, MA

This exquisite, one-of-a-kind antique love token brooch is a stunning example of 19th-century romantic jewelry. This is a wonderful piece dating to 1894, crafted from sterling silver...

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Ring 18k Yellow Gold Band Vintage Jewelry
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Ring 18k Yellow Gold Band Vintage Jewelry

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Ring 18k Yellow Gold Band Vintage Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian era seed pearl heart ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 18k yellow gold. 18 small seed pearls measure approx. 1mm to 1.5mm.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Linked Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Linked Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Linked Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Linked Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin.

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique gemset heart locket
Antique gemset heart locket

Antique gemset heart locket

Located in New York, NY

A Victorian gold heart locket set with cabochon ruby, emerald, and sapphire trefoil motif, in 15k. 1" height

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold

Victorian Multi-Gem Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Heart Pendant Brooch
Victorian Multi-Gem Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Heart Pendant Brooch

Victorian Multi-Gem Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Silver Antique Heart Pendant Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a yellow gold heart shaped form centering a silver-topped fanning shell motif and floral surround Heart is channel set with calibre cut turquoise ranging in size from 1.5...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

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Amber, Pink Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterlin...

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This antique Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold and Pink Topaz Bracelet with Heart-Shaped Padlock Clasp
Antique Victorian Gold and Pink Topaz Bracelet with Heart-Shaped Padlock Clasp

Antique Victorian Gold and Pink Topaz Bracelet with Heart-Shaped Padlock Clasp

Located in New York, NY

An antique early Victorian topaz and gold belcher link padlock bracelet, the finely chased links decorated with a clover-leaf rinceau over a stippled background, completed by a heart...

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Antique 1840s Early Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Pearl Heart Pendant Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique

Located in New York, NY

This is an Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant set throughout with lovely Seed Pearls.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Victorian Floral Pique Heart Pendant, Circa 1860
Mid-Victorian Floral Pique Heart Pendant, Circa 1860

Mid-Victorian Floral Pique Heart Pendant, Circa 1860

Located in Altrincham, GB

A lovely antique pique heart pendant dating from the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Huge Double Heart Pendant Antique Victorian 10k Gold Seed Pearls Fine Jewelry
Huge Double Heart Pendant Antique Victorian 10k Gold Seed Pearls Fine Jewelry

Huge Double Heart Pendant Antique Victorian 10k Gold Seed Pearls Fine Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Oversized double heart pendant crafted in 10 karat soft rose gold (circa 1880s to 1900s). Small approx. 1mm seed pearls adorn the double hearts. The large oval pendant highlights...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 1870s 6.00 Carat Diamond Heart Brooch Pendant
Antique Victorian 1870s 6.00 Carat Diamond Heart Brooch Pendant

Antique Victorian 1870s 6.00 Carat Diamond Heart Brooch Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 6.00 carats. Circa 1870s 1 3/8 x 1 1/4 inches Can be worn as a brooch or pendant, the b...

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Antique 1870s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Double Heart Ring
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Double Heart Ring

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Double Heart Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Double Heart Ring.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian / Early Victorian Gold Garnet Heart Padlock Clasp Pendant
Antique Georgian / Early Victorian Gold Garnet Heart Padlock Clasp Pendant

Antique Georgian / Early Victorian Gold Garnet Heart Padlock Clasp Pendant

Located in New York, NY

1830-1850 Antique Georgian / Early Victorian Chubby Cabochon Gold Garnet Heart Padlock Clasp Pendant Want to give a gift with meaning?

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Antique 1830s English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold

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Antique Victorian Heart Locket 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Heart Locket 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Heart Locket 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

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H 0.99 in W 0.87 in D 0.32 in

Antique Victorian Heart Locket 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This beautiful Antique Victorian heart shaped locket has been modelled with a 9ct Yellow Gold front and back.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Heart Bangle 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Heart Bangle 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Heart Bangle 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A beautiful antique Victorian bangle featuring fancy Cannetille workmanship across the front gallery with a fabulous ornate heart in the centre and lovers knot placed on top.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Bangles

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Engraved Heart Earrings 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Engraved Heart Earrings 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Engraved Heart Earrings 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

These beautiful Antique Victorian heart shaped earrings have been modelled in 9ct Yellow Gold.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Opal Heart Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Diamond Opal Heart Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Diamond Opal Heart Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A sweet antique Victorian heart locket C. 1900, set with a lovely 0.10ct natural Opal in the centre surrounded by six sparkling Diamonds, approx. 0.12ct in total.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

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 Heart Locket Pools of Light Rock Crystal 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Victorian Heart Locket Pools of Light Rock Crystal 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Victorian Heart Locket Pools of Light Rock Crystal 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A delightful antique Victorian heart locket set with two lovely smooth Pools of light Rock Crystal hearts which open up allowing a photograph or lock of hair to be secured within and...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, 9k Gold

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

This beautiful antique Victorian heart locket necklace is crafted in 9ct Yellow Gold.

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Heart Brooch
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Heart Brooch

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Heart Brooch

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This highly collectable Antique Victorian Scottish heart brooch is Circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Silver

Victorian Antique Silver Heart Shaped Box
Victorian Antique Silver Heart Shaped Box

Victorian Antique Silver Heart Shaped Box

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H 4.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Victorian Antique Silver Heart Shaped Box

Located in London, GB

A lovely Victorian antique silver heart shaped box, the hinged lid is domed and has beautifully fluting with a central cartouche containing initials.

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

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Silver

Antique Victorian Opal Heart Diamond Flower Brooch Silver 18ct Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Heart Diamond Flower Brooch Silver 18ct Gold

Antique Victorian Opal Heart Diamond Flower Brooch Silver 18ct Gold

Located in Kendal, GB

A glorious antique Victorian brooch depicting a flower decorated with nineteen glistening old mine cut diamonds and twelve heart cut opal petals in a fabulous, tiered arrangement.

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Antique 1880s European Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Amethyst Heart Pendant Necklace, Circa 1900
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Amethyst Heart Pendant Necklace, Circa 1900

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Amethyst Heart Pendant Necklace, Circa 1900

Located in Kendal, GB

A fabulous Antique late Victorian lavaliere necklace adorned with a beautiful Art Nouveau style pendant decorated with twinkling Diamonds (approx. 1ct total) and a large Amethyst hea...

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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This elegant Victorian heart pendant is set in 15ct Gold, Circa 1880. The wonderful pendant is decorated in Turquoises and Pearls. Turquoise is known to have healing properties and...

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Curb Link Heart Lock  Bracelet
Antique Victorian Gold Curb Link Heart Lock  Bracelet

Antique Victorian Gold Curb Link Heart Lock Bracelet

Located in Middleton, WI

This gold link chain bracelet was handcrafted in England in about 1885. The heart shaped lock is engraved with floral details while the links themselves are also engraved, with intri...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Link Bracelets

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9k Gold

Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch
Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch

Antique Victorian Silver Gold Double Heart Mizpah Brooch

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A fine quality antique double heart MIZPAH brooch dating from 1901. It's crafted in sterling silver, with applied rose and yellow gold letters, flowers, and ivy leaves. Mizpah jewel...

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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Brooches

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Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Suffragette Heart Padlock, circa 1900 Bracelet
Antique Victorian Suffragette Heart Padlock, circa 1900 Bracelet

Antique Victorian Suffragette Heart Padlock, circa 1900 Bracelet

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous Antique Victorian 9ct Gold suffragette padlock bracelet is Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Bracelets

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Silver Paste Heart Lavaliere Necklace, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Silver Paste Heart Lavaliere Necklace, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Silver Paste Heart Lavaliere Necklace, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous antique Silver and Paste Lavaliere Necklace is genuine Victorian Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A lovely antique Victorian Whitby Jet heart pendant C. 1900, featuring two fabulous engraved Flowers which blossom out of the piece.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Antique Victorian Chunky Gate Bracelet 9ct Gold Heart Padlock
Antique Victorian Chunky Gate Bracelet 9ct Gold Heart Padlock

Antique Victorian Chunky Gate Bracelet 9ct Gold Heart Padlock

Located in Kendal, GB

A grand antique Victorian gate bracelet from the late 19th Century fashioned entirely in 9ct gold.

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Antique 1880s European Victorian Chain Bracelets

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow 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. The brooch displays a number of Turquoise’s which compliment this little brooch beautifully. On ...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Silver

Antique Victorian Pearl Heart Brooch 15 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Pearl Heart Brooch 15 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Pearl Heart Brooch 15 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This delightful antique Yellow Gold Pearl heart brooch is Victorian, Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Silver Agate Heart Padlock, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Silver Agate Heart Padlock, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Silver Agate Heart Padlock, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A remarkable Antique Scottish bracelet made during the mid-Victorian era, Circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Link Bracelets

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Agate, Silver

Antique Victorian 1.10 Carat Old Mine Diamond Sweet Heart Ring
Antique Victorian 1.10 Carat Old Mine Diamond Sweet Heart Ring

Antique Victorian 1.10 Carat Old Mine Diamond Sweet Heart Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

Love in Victorian Time Antique Victorian period sweet heart ring 1900 ca.

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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Moonstone Heart 15 Carat Gold circa 1900 Bangle
Antique Victorian Moonstone Heart 15 Carat Gold circa 1900 Bangle

Antique Victorian Moonstone Heart 15 Carat Gold circa 1900 Bangle

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This beautiful Victorian bangle features two hearts entwined, encircled with an array of lustrous pearls. Two heart-shaped Moonstones are joined in the centre, and crowned with a kn...

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Bangles

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Moonstone, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Natural Pearl Silver Gold Heart Pendant/Brooch
Antique Victorian Enamel Natural Pearl Silver Gold Heart Pendant/Brooch

Antique Victorian Enamel Natural Pearl Silver Gold Heart Pendant/Brooch

Located in Edinburgh, GB

A Victorian heart pendant/brooch, comprising a central rose cut diamond and natural pearl double heart centre, mounted on a white and red guilloche enamel heart with pearl edging, mo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Chunky Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock
Antique Victorian Chunky Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock

Antique Victorian Chunky Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock

Located in Kendal, GB

A grand antique Victorian curb bracelet made up of chunky 9ct gold links that have developed a lovely golden-bronze patina with age.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Tigers Eye Heart Pendant Citrine Necklace, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Tigers Eye Heart Pendant Citrine Necklace, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Tigers Eye Heart Pendant Citrine Necklace, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This magnificent antique Victorian 9ct Gold Tiger’s Eye heart pendant necklace is Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Tiger's Eye, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Suffragette Curb Bracelet Heart Padlock 9 Carat Gold
Antique Victorian Suffragette Curb Bracelet Heart Padlock 9 Carat Gold

Antique Victorian Suffragette Curb Bracelet Heart Padlock 9 Carat Gold

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This fabulous Antique Victorian 9ct Gold suffragette curb bracelet is Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Victorian Hearts For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique victorian hearts. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 9k Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 359 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of antique victorian hearts includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Bates & Bacon and Jill Garber produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 93 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of old mine cut, rose cut and round cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique victorian hearts, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Antique Victorian Hearts?

Prices for antique victorian hearts start at $183 and top out at $74,555 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,486.

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.