When was the first locket made?

500 BC. Lockets evolved from ancient amulets to mementos… growing increasingly prominent by the 19th Century. European designs date back to the 16th Century, where small pendants were worn to ward off evil spirits.

Why is it called a locket?

These little cases aren’t named for hair locks, though, but instead get their name from the Old French loquet, “door-handle” or “latch,” for the way their covers move on a hinge and close securely, like a door.

Does a pendant have a chain?

Many people are under the impression that pendants and necklaces are the same. However, a pendant features a small piece of jewellery hung onto the chain of the necklace itself.

How can you tell if a locket is antique?

Appeal of Antique Lockets Antique jewelry refers to jewelry from over 100 years ago, a time when handcrafted jewelry was the standard.

Are lockets still popular?

Lockets were popular during the ’20s and ’30s, and they still are today.”

What is the front of a locket called?

Bails. The part of the pendant that goes over the chain is called the bail or bale. This holds the piece to the chain. Jewelers typically attach bails to metal pendants.

What is the difference between necklace and pendant?

A necklace is a piece of jewellery that goes around your neck, but a pendant is a small piece of jewellery (such as a heart shaped diamond in a white gold setting) that can be attached to an anklet, necklace chain or bracelet.

What is the loop on a pendant called?

Bails are a feature of specific jewelry types (primarily necklaces) that are intended to attach to a stone or pendant. Typically, the bail is centered on the necklace where the pendant will hang. The most common bail allows a chain to flow through, and is then attached by a ring to the pendant.

How do I know if my antique jewelry is valuable?

We recommend taking the piece to a jeweler to be tested. They will have professional tests that will determine whether your jewelry is real as well as the purity of the metal itself. A certified appraiser will be able to provide the value of the piece as well.

What do you do with a locket?

Let our lockets tell yours. stories to tell….10 things to put in your locket

1. Fill your locket with a special note from a loved one.
2. Put the lace from your wedding dress inside as a reminder of your special day.
3. Wear the hand print of your child close to your heart.
4. Engrave a meaningful message for a personal look.