Holy Love Sweetheart Locket
$363.00
One-of-a-kind Vintage Sweetheart gold filled locket circa 1940's is complete with a mother of Pearl face and delicate gold cross and hangs 16 inches with a 3 inch extension and finished with a freshwater pearl accent bead.
Throughout the Civil War era extending through WWII, Sweetheart lockets became a popular keepsake gift given to wives, girlfriends, and fiancee's from their soldiers. These lockets held images of the soldiers while they were away. It was a way to ease the heartbreak of being away from their sweetheart, hence the name.
NBJ Style Tip: Pair with the dainty double layer Addie Choker
♡ Handmade in Venice, CA