Antique 15ct Gold Puffy Heart Charm with Garnet (c. late 19th century)

£255.00
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A sweetly romantic treasure from the waning years of the Victorian era, this dainty puffy heart charm is crafted in rich 15ct gold, its softly rounded form glowing with that unmistakeable antique warmth. At the centre rests a small, bright garnet - star-set in the traditional manner that jewellers of the 1880s and 1890s so loved, creating that tiny celestial burst of light around the stone. As Tennyson once wrote, “small things bring about great joys,” and this little charm captures that sentiment beautifully.

The charm carries its original 15CT mark to the reverse, a hallmark used widely before the 1930s and now long discontinued. Light yet sturdy, it is wonderfully wearable: perfect on a fine gold chain, nestled among a cluster of charms, or worn as a quiet, sentimental touch close to the heart.

Antique Victorian puffy heart charm
Solid 15ct gold, stamped 15CT
Star-set garnet to the centre
Dimensions: 16.5 × 13 × 6 mm (excluding jump ring)
Weight: 1.3g
• Late 19th / early 20th century

A charming little jewel with all the softness, symbolism, and romance that antique heart charms are prized for. Lovely worn alone; irresistible when added to a curated charm collection.

A sweetly romantic treasure from the waning years of the Victorian era, this dainty puffy heart charm is crafted in rich 15ct gold, its softly rounded form glowing with that unmistakeable antique warmth. At the centre rests a small, bright garnet - star-set in the traditional manner that jewellers of the 1880s and 1890s so loved, creating that tiny celestial burst of light around the stone. As Tennyson once wrote, “small things bring about great joys,” and this little charm captures that sentiment beautifully.

The charm carries its original 15CT mark to the reverse, a hallmark used widely before the 1930s and now long discontinued. Light yet sturdy, it is wonderfully wearable: perfect on a fine gold chain, nestled among a cluster of charms, or worn as a quiet, sentimental touch close to the heart.

Antique Victorian puffy heart charm
Solid 15ct gold, stamped 15CT
Star-set garnet to the centre
Dimensions: 16.5 × 13 × 6 mm (excluding jump ring)
Weight: 1.3g
• Late 19th / early 20th century

A charming little jewel with all the softness, symbolism, and romance that antique heart charms are prized for. Lovely worn alone; irresistible when added to a curated charm collection.

Things to know

Each piece in my shop is pre-loved and therefore can show little imperfections from wear. I will always describe the piece as detailed as possible but please keep in mind that you are not purchasing a brand-new item.

All jewellery boxes used in the photos are display only. Your charm will arrive in a Little Vintage Emporium jewellery box.