Craftsmanship

How Lockets Are Made and What They Represent

Lockets are among the most meaningful forms of jewellery, combining craftsmanship with personal storytelling. Their creation involves precision, care, and thoughtful design - ensuring they are not only beautiful but made to protect what they hold.

From Metal to Finished Design

The journey of a locket begins with carefully selected precious metals. Sterling silver is chosen for its strength, longevity, and timeless appearance, while gold-plated sterling silver adds warmth and elegance through a fine layer of gold over a solid silver base.

The metal is first shaped into the locket’s outer form using precise moulds or cutting techniques. These shells are then refined, smoothed, and polished to create a clean, balanced surface. Attention is given to weight and thickness, ensuring the locket feels substantial while remaining comfortable to wear.

A defining feature of any locket is its hinge and closure. These components are carefully fitted so the locket opens and closes smoothly, while remaining secure enough to protect its contents. A well-made hinge is essential as it allows the locket to be worn daily without compromising durability.

Inside, the locket is designed to hold photographs or keepsakes safely. The interior frames are measured to ensure photos sit neatly and are protected once the locket is closed. The final stage involves polishing, quality checks, and preparation for personalisation.

Customisation adds the finishing touch. Engravings are carefully applied to ensure clarity and longevity, while photographs are placed with precision and care. This is the moment a locket becomes more than jewellery - it becomes a keepsake.

Craftsmanship and Care

Quality craftsmanship is found in the smallest details: the smoothness of the metal, the balance of the design, and the way the locket feels when worn. A well-crafted locket is designed to age beautifully, carrying memories through everyday life while retaining its elegance.

Each locket is selected with attention to design, durability, and finish - because meaningful jewellery deserves thoughtful craftsmanship.

Locket Shapes and Their Meaning

Beyond craftsmanship, the shape of a locket carries its own symbolism. While each style is timeless, the choice of shape often reflects personal meaning.

Oval Lockets

Oval lockets are the most traditional style and have been worn for centuries. Their elongated shape is associated with heritage, elegance, and classic design. Historically, they were ideal for miniature portraits, making them a symbol of tradition and remembrance.

Round Lockets

Round lockets represent unity, eternity, and wholeness. With no beginning or end, the circular form symbolizes everlasting love and enduring connection. This versatile shape suits both modern and classic styles, making it a popular everyday choice.

Heart Lockets

Heart-shaped lockets are deeply symbolic of love, affection, and emotional closeness. They are often chosen to celebrate relationships - romantic, familial, or personal and remain one of the most sentimental and expressive locket styles.

Other Locket Styles

-Rectangular or book-style lockets open like a small chapter, symbolising storytelling, strength, and structure.

-Decorative or ornate lockets reflect artistry and individuality, often inspired by nature or vintage design.

-Minimal and modern lockets focus on clean lines and subtle elegance, appealing to those who value simplicity with meaning.

A Timeless Keepsake

No matter the shape or style, the true meaning of a locket lies in what it holds. Designed with care and chosen with intention, a locket becomes a personal symbol of love, memory, and connection - just as it has for centuries.

Timeless in design and deeply personal in purpose, lockets remain one of the most enduring and meaningful pieces of jewellery.