Lockets History

Lockets have a very long history and can be described as a pendant that opens to reveal a space used for storing powder or poisons, keepsakes, good luck charms, hair, ashes and pictures.

Lockets are generally worn on chains around the neck or form a part of a charm bracelet, come in many shapes such as ovals, hearts and circles and are usually made of precious metals such as gold and silver.

Lockets usually hold only one or two photographs, but some specially made lockets can hold up to eight.

In Victorian times the lockets were very popular and were decorated with seed pearls, gem stones in bright colours and sometimes diamonds with old miner's cuts. Round and heart shaped lockets were probably the most popular, with many of them being monogrammed with the owners' initials.

Gold and Silver Family Picture Lockets

Gold and Silver Jewellery Shop Offers you a beautiful high quality selection of Gold and Silver Family Picture Lockets in various shapes, patterns  and price ranges  to give you the best choice possible.  Some of our Family Picture Lockets  will allow you to store up to four images and some are fitted with a chain.

Lockets will make a great gift to someone you love on holidays such as Valentine's Day and occasions such as Christenings, Weddings, Birthdays.

Gold & Silver Family Picture Lockets Care

To keep our Family Picture Lockets in good condition we recommend the following:

• To close do not press centre of locket. Close by pressing the catch only.
• To avoid the hinge damage do not open too far.
• Avoid exposure to perfume, deodorants, hairspray, salt water, chemicals or abrasive jewellery cleaner.

To clean wipe with a soft damp cloth.