The Crescent Moon Drop necklace is a gold plated moon with a shield shaped moonstone centered below.  

 The moon as it appears early in its first quarter or late in its last quarter, when only a small arc-shaped section of the visible portion is illuminated by the Sun is when it is called a crescent moon.

• 1" wide x 1" tall 

• rainbow moonstone 

• 14k goldfill chain 16" length with 2" extender
  

• Polished finish

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This herringbone chain will be the perfect finishing touch to any look you pair it with. It will ensure that you feel polished and put together, no matter the occasion. The sleek and sinuous design of this silver chain necklace makes it ideal for everyday use.

This chain is plated with fine silver to ensure a bright white color and to help protect against tarnish.

Length is 18" and width is 2.6mm

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• gold plated charm
• extra layer of tarnish resistance
• 15" gold plated chain

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This lustrous pearl is the centerpiece of this delicate pendant drop necklace.  Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable slider, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 22".  

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A blue cz stone eye is the centerpiece in this charm. Though this symbol is often called ‘the evil eye’, the ocular symbol is actually the charm meant to ward off the true evil eye, which is a curse transmitted through a malicious glare, usually one inspired by envy. Wear this charm necklace to keep those mean girl glares at bay.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable extender, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 18".

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This Cecropia moth wing necklace features a little moon and star on each wing. Get one for yourself and give the matching half to your bestie! 

Approximately 10mm pendant on 18" 14k goldfill chain.

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This dainty rectangle charm has a single star burst set cz in the center, making it shine even brighter. Named after the brightest star in the northern constellation of Lyra, Vega which is arguably the next most important star in the sky after the sun, these studs are as brilliant and unique as the star.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable extender, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 18".

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This rectangle charm has an eye of protection symbol with clear cz stones centered on a mother of pearl background.

Though this symbol is often called ‘the evil eye’, the ocular symbol is actually the charm meant to ward off the true evil eye, which is a curse transmitted through a malicious glare, usually one inspired by envy. Wear this charm necklace to keep those mean girl glares at bay.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable chain, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 22".

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Made by Mineral and Matter in collaboration with Hot Slice Designs. 

A supernova is an explosion of a star who plays a key role in distributing elements throughout the universe. Many of the elements found here on Earth are made in the core of stars. These elements travel on to form new stars, planets and everything else in the universe. A beautiful cycle of rebirth and renewal, this necklace a constant reminder of the endless possibilities the universe holds.  Made in 14k gold fill metal chain and 18k gold plated star charm. 

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This necklace is a coin shape with a north star centered clear cz stone and an accenting cz below and to the side. It's great for layering and a definite basic staple!

Strung on 14k Goldfill long bar and cable chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable slider, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 22".

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• Silver charm
• 15" sterling silver chain

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Head west with this lucky horseshoe covered in stunning colored cz's. Horseshoes are said to symbolize protection and give good luck to those who posses them. Use this piece for layering or gracefully on it's own.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. This necklace is 16" length with 2" extender. The pendant itself is gold plated with an extra layer of tarnish resistance.

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Named after the heart shape on pluto, this necklace is sure to bring love and celestial energy your way. Show your inner heart with this Necklace holding a mother of pearl stone that shimmers and glows.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. This necklace is 16" length with 2" extender. The pendant itself is gold plated with an extra layer of tarnish resistance.

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Vintage Serpentine Chain in 1mm width

1970's-1980's

Necklace available in multiple lengths

Gold Tone

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This celestial piece with turquoise burst coloring, is the perfect addition to anyone's collection. Mona, the ancient word for moon, is atop this piece with a hand reaching towards it, showing admiration. Burst in a pop of color to any outfit with this celestial piece.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable slider, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 22". The pendant itself is gold plated with an extra layer of tarnish resistance.

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This lustrous pearl is the centerpiece of this delicate Pearl Pendant necklace.  Strung on sterling silver chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. Our necklace chains also come with an adjustable slider, so it can be worn as short as 16" or as long as 22".  

• sterling silver 16-22" adjustable chain
• sterling silver plated charm
• extra tarnish resistance
• pearl

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This beautiful textured figaro chain is a great layering piece, with a nice heft to it.  Textured lines catch the light and throw a little shine. 

• 24k gold overlay chain (thick, gold plating)
  
• Spring ring clasp
• 5mm wide
• 20" long

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Talisman: An object, typically an inscribed inscribed piece of jewelry or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and bring good luck when worn. Or, in our case, 4 protective silver charms and amulets worn around your neck. 

Feathers have long been known to be revered, quite deeply, as signs of lightness, abundance, and prosperity. From the Goddess Ma’at using them to ensure all cosmic balance to their oft winged reference and semblance. To which we now use as our guide to symbolize in our Silver CZ Feather, an honor most high. And our own gift to you from the sky/skies.

Heavy silver plated original design charm strung on sterling silver chain, 16" length with 2" extender. Charm is approx 1" long by 1/4 " wide with 4 tiny clear cz stones.

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Three pieces built from the same DNA — a gold rope chain interwoven with a silver-tone beaded strand, the contrast between the two metals giving each piece a quiet texture that catches light without announcing itself. The 28" length drapes easily over a turtleneck or layered; the 18" sits cleanly at the collarbone; the bracelet closes with a lobster clasp and wears close to the wrist. A set that functions just as well broken apart as worn together.

Materials: Gold-tone and silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: None visible
• Style / design notes: Twisted rope chain interwoven with silver-tone beaded chain; cylinder end caps on bracelet; lobster clasp closure on bracelet
  
• Color: Gold and silver tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: Necklace 1 — 28"; Necklace 2 — 18"; Bracelet — 7"

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Dream of warm weather and blue skies with this cacti necklace paved with beautiful deep green cz's. Use this symbol of endurance and resilience to brighten up any outfit. Stunning and fierce to stack or leave as a statement piece. 

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. This necklace is 16" length with 2" extender. The pendant itself is gold plated with an extra layer of tarnish resistance.

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Shine your brightest with our Starshine necklace. It shimmer and shines like the celestial bodies in our sky.

16" 14k goldfill chain

14k gold-plated charm

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Roll the dice and get lucky with this six sided cz die. Shake it up as a layering accessory or let fortune make it pop on its' own. Take your chances with this fate and luck symbolizing piece.

Strung on 14k Goldfill chain, it won't tarnish or change colors, even with daily wear. This necklace is 16" length with 2" extender. The pendant itself is gold plated with an extra layer of tarnish resistance.

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Portals, or gateways, have long been associated with transitions. Passing from one plane to another, the portal marks that change. Portals can symbolize beginnings, endings, or the passage from one era into another.

The charm features a crescent moon and cubic zirconia stones overlaid on a sunburst motif within an arch-shaped pendant. The gold plated charm hangs from a perfectly dainty 16" gold filled chain. 

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Talisman: An object, typically an inscribed inscribed piece of jewelry or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and bring good luck when worn. Or, in our case, 4 protective charms and amulets worn around your neck. 

Renewal. Rebirth. And sunsets. All encompassed in a CZ adorned scarab amulet. Did you know legend has it that the scarab-faced god Khepri was responsible for the sun’s rise and set - so what better way to represent and keep hold of each day’s charmed gifts - than to have a fan-antennaed scarab gripping a CZ sun disc? Just be sure to hang it on your heart and chest for it to properly protect.

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Vintage 1980s gold-tone necklace and clip-on earrings set featuring fluid mesh chains with a knotted lariat drop and cascading fringe ends. The woven, flexible links create a liquid gold effect with beautiful movement and shine.

Bold yet elegant, this set captures classic 80s statement styling—perfect worn together or separately. Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

• Designer: Caron (Presented on original brand card).
• Design: Intricate three-row gold-tone mesh with crystal-encrusted geometric stations.
• Material: High-polished gold-tone metal and faceted clear glass crystals.
• Set Includes: 1 graduated mesh necklace and 1 pair of matching articulated drop earrings.
• Backing: Necklace features a secure adjustable lobster clasp; earrings have comfortable post-and-butterfly backings for pierced ears.
• Year Estimate: Circa 1980s.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with original crystals secure and a bright, lustrous finish.
• Style: Hollywood Regency, 80s Glamour, Formal Statement.

Crafted with a classic interlocking chain design, they strike the perfect balance between understated elegance and modern edge. Bringing retro charm to contemporary styling, making it an essential addition to any jewelry collection. Versatile enough for casual days and polished enough for nights out.

1980's

1.) 30" long, 12mm

2.) 16", 10mm, marked Korea

Gold Tone

Good Vintage Condition

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Shine your brightest with our Starshine necklace. It shimmer and shines like the celestial bodies in our sky.

• sterling silver 16-18" adjustable chain
• sterling silver plated charm
• extra tarnish resistance

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Show off your shiny side with this Disco ball inspired heart necklace! Catching the light in just the right way, as a Disco ball does, this pendent is sure to shine just as brightly as you do!

• Sterling silver with 14k gold plating
• 14k goldfill chain
• 22inch adjustable chain 
• Extra layer of tarnish resistance 

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A long silver-tone paperclip chain is punctuated by elongated filigree station links, each pierced with a fluid, organic openwork pattern that catches the light differently from every angle. The mix of clean-lined rectangular links and lacy filigree segments gives the piece a layered, textural quality, finished with a classic spring ring clasp. Wearable alone as a statement length or layered with shorter pieces.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Style/design notes: Paperclip link chain interspersed with elongated filigree station links, pierced organic openwork design, spring ring clasp
• Function: Necklace
• Color: Silver-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: 28" long

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Fashioned from the bowl of an ornate antique spoon, this pendant showcases elaborate scrollwork and repoussé detailing around a smooth, polished center, likely once engraved with a monogram or crest now worn soft with age. It hangs from a fine sterling rope chain, giving new life to a genuine piece of antique silver in a wearable, one-of-a-kind form.

Materials: Sterling silver

Details:

• Era: 1920s-40'S
• Markings: 925 (on chain clasp)
• Style/design notes: Repurposed ornate spoon bowl pendant with scrollwork and repoussé detailing, fine rope chain
• Function: Pendant necklace
• Color: Silver
• Condition: Great vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Pendant 1.75" long, chain 24"

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A hand-painted pink rose with green leaves sits at the center of this pendant, rendered on a shimmering white guilloché enamel ground with a fine engine-turned texture visible beneath the paint. The pendant is framed in a scalloped, studded gold-tone bezel, with a coiled wire wreath design decorating the reverse. It hangs from a delicate silver-tone fancy link chain, giving the piece a romantic, Victorian-revival feel.

Materials: Gold-tone and silver-tone base metal, enamel

Details:

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Style/design notes: Guilloché enamel technique with hand-painted rose and leaf motif, scalloped studded bezel, wire wreath detail on reverse, fancy link chain
• Function: Pendant necklace
• Color: Pink rose, green leaves, white enamel ground, gold-tone and silver-tone metal
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see photos
• Measurement: Chain 17", pendant approximately 1.25"

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A large, ornate silver-tone cross opens up in scrolling filigree work, set with six marquise-shaped cabochons in red, green, turquoise, and blue around a central dark hematite-tone cabochon. Signed "Avon" on the reverse, this 1970s statement piece has real presence, with the openwork design catching light from every angle on a matching textured chain.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, glass cabochons

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: Avon
• Style/design notes: Openwork filigree cross, six marquise cabochons in red, green, turquoise, and blue around a central round cabochon
• Function: Pendant necklace, statement/religious style
• Color: Multicolor cabochons (red, green, turquoise, blue, dark center), silver-tone metal
• Condition: Great vintage condition, all cabochons present and secure, light expected wear to the finish
• Measurement: Cross 3" long, chain 24"

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Multiple fine silver-tone chains layer and cascade together, punctuated by polished ball beads scattered along each strand for subtle movement and shine. The strands drape unevenly by design, catching the light differently as they fall — a relaxed, textural statement piece rather than a matched, uniform look. A scalloped round clasp finishes it at the back.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Multi-strand cascading chain necklace with polished ball bead stations at varying intervals, scalloped round push clasp
Color: Silver tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images

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An ornate silver-tone medallion frames a gold-tone center struck with a stylized knight's helmet in profile, ringed by scrollwork, ribbon, and floral detailing reminiscent of antique heraldic seals. The heavily textured, dimensional surface gives it real Old World presence, hung from a long double-chain drop that lets the pendant sit as a true statement piece.

Materials: Silver-tone and gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s
Style/design notes: Oval baroque medallion pendant with ornate scroll, ribbon, and floral border framing a gold-tone center medallion embossed with a knight's helmet motif; long chain with lobster clasp
Color: Silver tone with gold tone accent
Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Pendant 2.5" x 2", 32" chain

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A sleek chain slides through a round bezel-set slide, then splits into two adjustable drops finished with open square geometric charms. The clean lines and negative-space squares give this piece a distinctly modernist, Bauhaus-inspired feel — architectural rather than decorative, and endlessly adjustable to sit however you like.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s
Style/design notes: Slide-style lariat with round bezel slide and dual adjustable drops, each finished with an open square charm; spring ring clasp
Color: Silver tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Chain drops 10" and 12", each square charm hangs 1"

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Three clusters of dimensional silver-tone roses, each cluster set on a leafy stem, sit along a slim box chain for a graceful, garden-inspired front. The sculptural rose work is deeply detailed — layered petals with real depth, echoing fine floral jewelry from the mid-century. A romantic statement piece that reads more fine than costume.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1940s–1950s
Style/design notes: Three dimensional rose clusters with leaf and stem detailing, connected by box-link chain, fold-over clasp closure
Color: Silver tone
Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Rose section 3.5" long, chain 5.5" on each side

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Five sculptural silver-tone roses, each in full bloom with a rhinestone center, alternate with textured leaf links to form this dimensional choker. A curb chain extension at the back keeps the fit adjustable. The layered, deeply detailed petal work gives each rose real depth — this is a piece with genuine sculptural presence rather than a flat stamped motif.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, rhinestones

Details:
Era: 1940s–1950s
Style/design notes: Five dimensional rose links alternating with textured leaf links, curb chain extension with hook clasp
Stone/material notes: Single round rhinestone set at the center of each rose
Color: Silver tone
Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 13" long total

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A sleek, flat-woven herringbone chain in silver tone, flexible enough to drape smoothly against the collarbone. Signed Monet on the clasp tag, this thin herringbone style is a wardrobe staple — clean, minimal, and easy to layer or wear solo.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970's-80's
Markings: Signed ©MONET
Style/design notes: Flat herringbone link chain, lobster clasp closure
Color: Silver tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 20" long

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A single strand of gray faux pearls, hand-knotted between each bead for both durability and drape. The cool, smoky tone sets it apart from the usual cream or white pearl strand, while the ornate rope-textured clasp — set with its own matching pearl — adds a refined finishing touch. Understated and versatile, equally at home layered or worn alone.

Materials: Glass faux pearls, silver-tone base metal clasp

Details:
Era: 1960s
Style/design notes: Single strand of gray faux pearls, hand-knotted between beads, decorative rope-textured box clasp with center pearl accent
Stone/material notes: Round gray glass faux pearls, uniform sizing throughout
Color: Gray
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 23" long

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An open, swirling pinwheel of silver-tone rope-textured loops circles a domed faux pearl at its center, suspended from a long, textured cable chain. The medallion has real presence — dimensional and sculptural, with movement built into the design itself. A striking retro focal piece that stands on its own without extra layering.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, faux pearl

Details:
Era: 1970s
Style/design notes: Openwork pinwheel medallion pendant of rope-textured loops surrounding a domed faux pearl center; textured cable-link chain with spring ring clasp
Stone/material notes: Single round faux pearl cabochon in a simple bezel setting
Color: Silver tone with cream pearl
Condition: Great vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Pendant 1.75" diameter, 24" chain

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A substantial twisted rope chain with real weight and presence — bold, tightly braided links in warm gold tone that hold their shape rather than lying flat. Unmarked, but the heft and craftsmanship suggest quality costume manufacture from an era that built jewelry to last. A strong solo piece or the perfect anchor for layering.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Style/design notes: Chunky twisted rope-link chain, spring ring clasp closure
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 24" long

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A classic twisted rope chain in warm gold tone — dense, tightly wound links that catch light from every angle. Unmarked but well-made, with a substantial hand that reads more fine than costume. A quiet staple piece, equally suited to wearing alone or layering with pendants.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Style/design notes: Classic twisted rope-link chain, lobster clasp closure
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 18" long

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A fluid ribbon of gold tone that drapes rather than hangs, each flat link overlapping the next in true omega style for a chain that moves like silk. Signed Napier on the clasp tag, this long-length serpentine piece works alone as a statement or layered with a pendant. Clean, architectural, and endlessly wearable.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1980s–1990s
Markings: Signed NAPIER on clasp tag
Style/design notes: Flat omega/snake link chain, fully flexible, lobster clasp closure
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 30" long

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Two textured leaves fold together like a bow above a smooth black cabochon, the whole pendant swaying from a fine twisted rope chain. The molded leaf texture gives the gold tone real depth and movement, catching light differently from every angle, while the dark stone below grounds the piece with quiet contrast. A wearable, everyday statement with the kind of dimensional detail that photographs beautifully.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, glass cabochon

Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Bow-form pendant of two textured, vein-detailed leaves meeting at a center bead, suspending an oval black cabochon drop; fine rope-link chain with spring ring clasp
Stone/material notes: Faceted-free oval black glass cabochon in a simple bezel setting
Color: Gold tone with black
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Pendant 1" long x 1" wide, 14" chain

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A classic twisted rope chain in a warm gold tone, with a box clasp closure that adds a bit of structure to an otherwise fluid, flexible chain. At 30", it's long enough to wear as a single statement length or doubled up as a shorter layering piece. Unmarked, but with the substantial weight and clean twist typical of well-made rope chains from this era.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s–1980s
Style/design notes: Classic twisted rope chain, box clasp closure
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 30" length

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A small folding pocket knife with damascene-decorated handle scales, the black steel ground inlaid with gold birds, flowers, and scroll borders in fine hand-etched detail. A single small blade folds fully into the handle, and a hanging loop at the top indicates it was worn or carried as a fob or charm rather than used as a working tool. Unmarked.

Materials: Blackened steel with 24k gold inlay (damascene), steel blade

Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Toledo-style damascene handle scales, bird and floral gold inlay, single folding blade, hanging loop
Function: Folding pocket knife — decorative/collectible use, blade untested for sharpness
Color: Black and gold tone with steel blade
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 2" long (closed)

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A round locket with a bouquet of roses etched into the front, buds and leaves rendered in fine engraved detail against a lightly textured ground. The back is plain brushed gold tone, and it opens on a hinge to two photo windows, the lower one carrying a matching floral engraving. Simple loop bail, unmarked.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s (Victorian revival style)
Style/design notes: Round locket, engraved rose bouquet on front, brushed plain back, hinge opening with engraved interior panel
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1.5" diameter

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An oval locket with a Victorian-revival face, its scrollwork and floral diamond medallion picked out in black taille d'épargne enamel against a satin-finished gold-tone ground. The back is brushed plain gold tone, and the interior opens on a side hinge to two empty photo windows. Simple loop bail, unmarked.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal with black enamel detail

Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s (Victorian revival style)
Style/design notes: Oval locket, black taille d'épargne scrollwork on satin-finish front, brushed plain back, side hinge opening
Color: Gold tone with black enamel accents
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1.5" long, 1.25" wide

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An oversized oval locket, the entire front and back etched in a dense floral and vine pattern reminiscent of Victorian revival design. It opens on a side hinge to reveal two convex glass photo windows, ready for portraits on both sides. The bail and generous scale suggest it was made to be a real statement piece worn as a pendant rather than a dainty everyday locket.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s (Victorian revival style)
Style/design notes: Oversized oval locket, etched floral and vine motif on both faces, side hinge, double convex photo frame interior
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 2" long, 1.75" wide

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A slim, elongated bar-link chain with alternating textured and rope-twist bar segments, joined by small oval connector links — a style originally made for pocket watch chains, worn here as a delicate choker or layering piece. The large spring ring clasp is typical of the earlier 20th century, with an added jump ring extension. Unmarked, warm antique gold tone throughout.

Materials: Gold-filled base metal

Details:
Era: 1900-1910's 
Style/design notes: Alternating textured and twisted bar links, oval connectors, oversized spring ring clasp
Color: Antique gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 12" length

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An octagon-shaped pendant in the Spanish damascene tradition, with a pair of gold birds in flight among a spray of flowers and leaves, hand-etched into a hand-etched black steel ground. The gold inlay work is dense and detailed for the pendant's small scale, bordered with a fine gold line tracing the octagon's edge. Simple bail, unmarked.

Materials: Blackened steel with 24k gold inlay (damascene)

Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Toledo-style damascene, octagon shape, bird and floral motif, simple bail
Color: Black and gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1" wide, 1.25" long

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A bold, heavy flat curb-link chain sweeps into a graduated V-shaped shield centerpiece at the front, cut through with three angled openwork slashes for a sculptural, architectural finish. The chain's substantial scale and the geometric pendant give this a strong 1980s statement-jewelry presence — the kind of piece built to be the whole outfit's focal point. Fold-over box clasp, unmarked.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1980s
Style/design notes: Flat curb chain, graduated sculptural shield pendant with angled cutout detail, fold-over clasp
Color: Gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 18" length

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A charming keepsake from Avon's 1977 line — a round locket with a tiny hand-stitched needlepoint bouquet worked in cross-stitch on black, roses in pink and red framed by small blue florals and green leaves. The interior back panel confirms the maker, and the gold-tone case has a soft brushed finish throughout.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, embroidered textile panel

Details:
Era: 1970s
Markings: Avon
Style/design notes: Round locket, hinged opening, needlepoint/cross-stitch floral bouquet on black background under front panel, brushed gold-tone interior
Function: Locket, opens to hold small photos
Color: Gold-tone with multicolor needlepoint front
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1.75" diameter

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A single bold blossom in matching design to our black enamel flower earrings — five glossy black petals with fine texture lines, gathered around a raised gold-tone stamen center. Suspended from a long, delicate chain, it's a piece that layers beautifully or stands alone.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, black enamel

Details:
Style/design notes: Flower-shaped pendant, black enamel petals with textured detailing, raised gold-tone stamen center, cable chain with spring ring closure
Function: Pendant necklace
Color: Black and gold-tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: Pendant 1" long x 1" wide, 24" chain

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A collar of oval faceted black stones, each one framed in an ornate gold-tone filigree setting and linked with small pierced flower spacers between. The scalloped, lace-like edges give this necklace real dimension and drama, the kind of piece built to be the centerpiece of an outfit rather than an accent.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, black glass or rhinestone

Details:
Era: 1940s–1950s (Victorian-revival style)
Style/design notes: Collar-style necklace, oval faceted black stones in scalloped filigree settings, alternating small filigree flower link spacers, lobster clasp closure
Stone/material notes: Oval faceted black glass or rhinestone stones
Function: Necklace
Color: Black and gold-tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 16" chain

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An unusual and dramatic locket shape — an ornate shield silhouette that opens on double side panels, swinging outward to reveal a circular engraved medallion within. Every surface is covered in dense hand-engraved florals and scrollwork, front and back, making this a piece with presence from every angle. A distinctive mechanism paired with equally distinctive detail.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1940s–1950s (Victorian-revival style)
Style/design notes: Shield-shaped locket, double swing-open side panels revealing a circular engraved center medallion, dense floral and scroll engraving covering front and back
Function: Locket, opens to reveal a central photo compartment
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 2" long x 1.25" wide

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Description:
A finely carved shell cameo takes center stage on this locket, done in the ornate Victorian style, its profile portrait framed by a beaded gold bezel. The surrounding plaque is worked in black enamel with scrollwork detailing and finished with a ring of small gold ball accents along the edge. Inside, it holds a photograph of a young girl, a sentimental touch in keeping with the piece's romantic, old-world design.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, carved shell cameo, black enamel

Details:
Era: 1910-40s 
Style/design notes: Oval locket with scalloped, beaded edge and black enamel scrollwork panels, center carved shell cameo of a woman's profile in a beaded bezel, hinged opening
Stone/material notes: Carved shell cameo
Function: Locket, holds a photograph
Color: Gold-tone with cream cameo and black enamel accents
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images — visible gold-tone loss and wear on the reverse, black enamel intact, cameo in excellent shape
Measurement: 1.5" long x 1" wide

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A round locket done in the Victorian mourning style, with a chased floral repoussé border and a black enamel center panel topped with a raised gold starburst medallion. Opened, it holds a hand-tinted photograph of a baby and a curled lock of hair — whether original to the piece or added later, it carries the same sentimental weight. A charming nod to an earlier era, reimagined for its own time.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, black enamel or lacquer panel

Details:
Era: 1910s–1930s 
Style/design notes: Round locket, hinged opening, chased floral repoussé border, black enamel center panel with raised diamond-shaped floral medallion
Function: Locket, holds a photograph and lock of hair
Color: Gold-tone with black enamel accent
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images — visible gold-tone loss and scratching on the reverse, minor losses to the black enamel panel
Measurement: 1.25" diameter

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A softly aged heart locket with a garden caught mid-bloom. The front is engraved with a full sunflower blossom trailing into scrolling leaves and vines, while the reverse carries a fine florentine texture, worn smooth in places by decades of touch. Inside, one panel is left plain for a photo, the other continues the floral engraving. A quiet, romantic piece with the warmth of old gold.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1970s–1980s
Style/design notes: Heart-shaped locket, hinged opening, front engraved with sunflower and scrolling foliage motif, reverse panel with florentine (brushed swirl) texture
Function: Locket, opens to hold two small photos
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1" x 1"

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A raised octagonal center panel is framed by a small floral-and-leaf motif in each corner on this square locket, both front and back sharing the same octagonal detail. Inside, each compartment carries a matching recessed octagon frame, ready to hold a keepsake photo.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1940s-50's
• Style/design notes: Square locket with octagonal raised center on both sides, floral corner engraving, octagon-framed interior compartments
• Function: Locket, opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.75" x 0.75"

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This rectangular locket unfolds like a small book, its front reeded with fine vertical ribbing and centered by a blank rectangular plaque ready for a monogram. The design carries through in a matching triptych format, with three hinged panels opening to reveal a trio of compartments for keepsake photos.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1900s–1920s
• Style/design notes: Rectangular book-style locket with vertical ribbed texture, blank engravable plaque on front, folds open into a three-panel triptych
• Function: Locket, opens to three compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, gold-tone shows wear with brass base visible at the high points of the ribbing, please see images
• Measurement: 1.25" long, 1" wide

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Description:
An oval locket cut through with an intricate open filigree design, its center set with a single faceted marcasite stone surrounded by leaf and scroll work. The sterling shows a soft, aged patina that settles into every groove of the pattern, giving it real depth and shadow. A small, detailed piece with old-world charm.

Details:
Era: 1950s–1960s
Style/design notes: Oval locket, hinged opening, open filigree scrollwork surrounding a center-set marcasite stone
Stone/material notes: Single round faceted marcasite
Function: Locket, opens to hold small photos
Color: Silver with dark patina in the recesses
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images — natural tarnish and patina throughout, consistent with age
Measurement: .75" long x .5" wide

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A single sparkling flower blooms across the front of this oval locket, its petals rendered in bright-cut lines that radiate light against a satin gold-tone ground, framed by an engraved scalloped border. The reverse is smooth, polished gold-tone, left plain. Inside, both compartments are smooth and ready to hold a keepsake photo.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Oval locket with bright-cut floral design on satin front, scalloped engraved border, plain polished reverse
• Function: Locket, opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.5" long, 1" wide

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A porcelain-look oval panel painted with a pink and burgundy rose bouquet sits at the center of this locket, framed by a scalloped gold-tone border. The reverse is smooth, polished gold-tone, plain and unadorned. Inside, one compartment is engraved with a decorative oval scroll frame while the other lies plain, both ready for a keepsake.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, painted porcelain-style panel

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Oval locket with hand-painted rose panel in scalloped gold-tone border, plain polished reverse, one engraved scroll-frame compartment inside
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments
• Color: Gold-tone with pink, burgundy, and green floral detailing
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" long, 0.5" wide

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Delicate engraved leaves and rose gold-tone flowers scatter across the brushed gold-tone front of this small round locket, framed by a scroll-engraved border. The reverse is smooth and polished, showing soft wear from years of handling. Inside, one compartment carries a fine textured finish while the other shows light age spotting, with both ready to hold a keepsake.

Materials: goldfill

Details:

• Era: 1940s–1960s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with engraved floral spray in two-tone gold detailing, scroll-engraved border, polished plain reverse
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments
• Color: Gold-tone with rose gold-tone floral accents
• Condition: Good vintage condition, light surface scratching on the reverse and natural age spotting inside one compartment, no missing pieces
• Measurement: 0.75" diameter

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Sculptural calla lilies rise in high-relief repoussé across the front of this oval locket, their curling stems and ribbed blossoms forming a classic Art Nouveau flourish. The reverse is densely covered in a small swirling paisley-scroll engraving, and inside, one compartment continues the raised floral relief while the other lies smooth and ready for a photo.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1910s-1930's
• Style/design notes: Oval locket with high-relief repoussé calla lily design on front, dense swirling scroll engraving on reverse, interior compartment continuing the floral relief
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1.5" long, 1" wide

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A pair of raised, dimensional sunflowers takes center stage on this round locket, their textured centers and layered petals set against an engraved vine-and-leaf background. The reverse carries its own fine engraved trailing vine with berry clusters. Inside, one compartment lies smooth and flat while the other reveals the reverse of the sunflower relief through an open-worked backing.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with raised dimensional sunflower design on engraved vine background, matching engraved berry vine motif on reverse, open-worked interior compartment
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" diameter

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An oval locket finished in glossy black enamel, its face etched with a delicate gold star-flower motif and trailing diagonal lines in the mourning-jewelry tradition. The reverse carries a woven basketweave texture in warm gold-tone. Opened, it holds a lock of hair and a personal photograph — sentimental contents in keeping with its romantic, old-world design.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, black enamel

Details:
Era: 1930s–1950s 
Style/design notes: Oval locket, hinged opening, black enamel front with etched gold star-flower and diagonal line motif, basketweave-textured gold-tone reverse
Function: Locket, holds a lock of hair and a photograph
Color: Black enamel with gold-tone accents
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images — enamel intact with light wear, gold-tone shows expected age patina
Measurement: 1.75" long x 1.25" wide

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A small round locket in brushed gold-tone, its front centered by a polished marquise-shaped panel framed in a fine rope border, flanked by delicate etched leaf accents. Strung on its original 15" gold-tone chain, the locket opens to two smooth compartments inside.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with brushed finish, polished marquise center panel in rope border, etched leaf accents, original chain included
• Function: Locket, opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 0.75" diameter; 15" chain

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A rich bouquet of blue, violet, and gold blooms is hand-painted over a shimmering pale blue guilloché enamel ground on the front of this round locket. The reverse is gold-tone, finely engraved with a trailing berry-and-leaf branch motif. Inside, both compartments are smooth and ready to hold a keepsake photo.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, guilloché enamel

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with hand-painted floral guilloché enamel front, engraved berry-and-leaf branch design on gold-tone reverse
• Function: Locket, opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Blue enamel with multicolor floral detailing, gold-tone reverse
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" diameter

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Etched leaves and swirling florals cover the front of this round locket, framed by a fine rope-twist border, the engraving set against a crosshatched textured ground. The reverse carries the same crosshatch texture, plain and unadorned. Inside, one side is flat and textured while the other opens to a deep domed compartment, ready for a keepsake.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with engraved floral and leaf motif on crosshatched textured front, rope-twist border, one domed interior compartment
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments (one flat, one domed)
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: Just over 1" diameter

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A single flower blooms across the brushed gold-tone front of this round locket, its petals carved in bright diamond-cut lines that catch the light against the satin background. The reverse mirrors the same soft brushed finish, left plain. Inside, both compartments are smooth and ready to hold a keepsake photo.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Round locket with diamond-cut floral design on brushed gold-tone front, plain brushed reverse
• Function: Locket, opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 1" diameter

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A large, dramatic heart locket, its face given over almost entirely to a dense hand-engraved floral design bordered by twin bead-and-scroll edges. The engraving is deep and confident, running edge to edge in swirling leaves and blossoms. Substantial in scale and richly detailed, it's a real statement piece with plenty of romantic presence.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:
Era: 1940s–1950s (Victorian-revival style)
Style/design notes: Heart-shaped locket, hinged opening, dense hand-engraved floral pattern covering the front, bead-and-scroll border detailing
Function: Locket, opens to hold two photos
Color: Gold-tone
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 1.5" wide x 1.5" tall

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An openwork scroll frame in gold-tone surrounds a marbled blue glass cabochon at the center of this shaped, rectangular-oval locket. The reverse is a smooth, textured gold-tone oval set within the same scrollwork border. Inside, one compartment carries a matching filigree scroll pattern around a small oval frame, while the other is signed and holds a plain oval photo compartment.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, glass cabochon

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Style/design notes: Shaped rectangular-oval locket with open scrollwork frame, marbled blue glass cabochon center, textured gold-tone reverse
• Markings: Avon
• Function: Locket, opens to two compartments
• Color: Gold-tone with blue cabochon
• Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
• Measurement: 2" long, 1.5" wide

Collected by Mineral and Matter