Vintage pendant heart face golden metal 50s old retro jewelry

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Description

This antique pendant, shown in the photo, features a stylized heart shape topped with an attachment ring. The surface has a metallic-looking gold finish, with shiny reflections and some textural irregularities characteristic of 1950s costume jewelry. In the center of the heart, a sculpted relief face offers a naive and singular expression, accentuating the retro style of the piece.

The upper part of the pendant includes a rounded arch, allowing it to be attached to a chain or cord. The details of the face, though stylized, are clearly visible: eyes, nose, and mouth modeled in relief. The gold finish, slightly patinated, gives an authentic charm to the whole. No markings or signature are visible on the presented side.

The overall shape of the pendant is convex, with generous volumes and a well-defined outline. The golden reflections vary with the lighting, revealing warm nuances and some superficial signs of wear typical of vintage deadstock jewelry. The piece shows artisanal or semi-artisanal manufacturing, with visible asperities on the surface.

This costume jewelry fits into the aesthetic of the 1950s, a period when symbolic motifs – here, the heart and face – were frequently revisited in fashion jewelry. The naive design of the face and the brilliance of the finish evoke the fantasy and creativity of that era.

The pendant is photographed against a neutral background, placed on a light fabric, which highlights its golden hue and singular shape. No attachment element is visible on the back, which is not shown in the image.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows signs of wear, small marks, and surface irregularities, typical of unworn vintage jewelry (deadstock). The gilding retains a beautiful luster despite some micro-scratches.

Did you know? Heart-shaped pendants were very popular in 1950s costume jewelry, often associated with meaningful symbols or anthropomorphic motifs. Gold plating on metal was then a common technique to offer a precious look at a lower cost.

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