What is a diamond heart pendant?

A diamond heart pendant is a piece of jewellery fashioned into the shape of a heart and set with diamonds, spanning periods from the nineteenth century onward. These pieces function as personal ornaments, often doubling as lockets or charms meant to hold sentimental value close to the wearer.

How do I date a diamond heart pendant?

Dating relies on hallmarks, metal standards, and the cutting style of the gemstones. Edwardian pieces often utilise platinum-topped gold and delicate millegrain work. Victorian examples frequently display higher carat gold, puff locket constructions, and hand-cut rose diamonds. Hallmarks stamped inside lockets or on jump rings provide precise assay office years.

Were these pendants worn every day?

Historical pieces of this nature were frequently worn as daily sentimental tokens, serving as tokens of affection, mourning, or remembrance. Victorian memorial pieces and Edwardian love tokens were constructed for regular wear, though delicate enamel and pearls require careful handling today.

What is the difference between a locket and a puff heart?

A puff heart refers specifically to the three-dimensional rounded shape of the pendant. Many puff hearts are also lockets, containing interior rims and glass panels for photographs. Solid puff hearts lack opening compartments but maintain the same characteristic swollen silhouette.