Lockets the epitome of precious jewellery

Lockets ­ The Epitome of Precious Jewellery by ​ Anika Pathak​ ​ jewelry designer & author

Overview Owning a locket started being considered stylish and fashionable during the Victorian era. And the trend is still widely popular. A locket usually contains a pendant or a charm that can be opened with a hinge. The locket can be opened to reveal a special keepsake or the photograph of a dear one.

Mourning and Cremation Lockets Mourning lockets have been used to store a photograph of a beloved when they pass away. These provide a feeling of solace when a person has passed away and offers a feeling of closeness. These are also used as a way of commemorating a person who has passed away. Cremation lockets are a means of storing a part of the dear one’s cremated remains. Some people prefer this method to storing the cremated remains of the deceased in an urn. To them, it’s a way of feeling close to the person who has passed away. It is also a way to storing a part of the loved one after their ashes have been dispersed. Those desirous of purchasing cremation lockets have a variety of these to choose from. They can purchase cremation lockets that have been made out of precious or semi­precious metals, gemstones and crystals.

Keepsake Lockets

Lockets are usually made out of silver or gold and manufacturers try to make lockets that can contain pictures. Sometimes, jewelers design special versions of these lockets. These lockets are typically designed to hold a picture or two, however, some jewelers are also known to design lockets that can hold up to eight pictures. People can also consider going for a spinner locket; these lockets contain a bail which is connected to the chain of the locket. The attachment which has been added to the locket causes the locket to spin.

These lockets may contain a glass covering which greatly facilitates those who intend to store certain items in the locket as it allows the wearer to see the item that has been stored inside without bothering to open the hinge of the locket.

Other Locket Styles Many jewelers are known for making heart lockets that can split apart as two pieces and merge together to form a whole heart. These lockets are popular among couples. The two pieces represent the two lovers and these lockets have a symbolic meaning. Customers can also consider purchasing a filigree locket. These lockets have a special empty part in the middle. This part can be used for storing a small portion of perfume; storing perfume allows the wearer of the locket to renew their perfume the entire day.

Locket Wearing Tips In order to achieve the best preservation of jewellery, you must always ensure that you remove the locket while cleaning with the use of chemicals. Jewellery must be removed while doing chores or menial tasks such as gardening or cooking. The locket should be worn only after applying perfume. It is advisable to remove the jewellery even while applying lotion or makeup. This is so because the chemicals that these products contain may cause damage to the jewellery. It is also advisable to avoid wearing locket while at the swimming pool since water in the swimming pool usually contains chemicals such as chlorine. These chemicals can cause the jewellery to change color or may damage its design.

Conclusion The​ aforementioned factors must be born in mind while buying ​ precious jewellery​ like lockets. Lockets can be a part of ​ handmade jewellery​ or ​ custom jewellery​ however, their charm and appeal shall never fail to leave its mark on us. Even after years of existence, lockets are widely popular across the world.