It is pretty hard to go wrong with a piece of jewellery that incorporates dear memories of your loved ones. In our humble opinion, a photo necklace can be just the perfect gift for any mom, sister, grandma, girlfriend, or wife.
The market offers a wide variety of such products, differing in price, material, and size of the locket. With that in mind, we did a bit of research and created a list of the best photo necklace jewellery. Take a look.
Photo Necklace Reviews
Heart Photo Locket Necklace with Engraving Rose Gold
We are starting our list off with a necklace manufactured by Ineffable, which is one of the leading names in this sphere. This particular product comes in a single rose gold color and is highlighted by a fancy heart photo locket. Set at 7 millimeters in thickness and just above 4 grams in weight, it is a light yet sturdy piece of jewellery.
Review
Whether you are getting the necklace for yourself or your relative/partner, it is great to know that Ineffables offers a 90-day warranty policy for all manufacturer defects. In addition to that, this necklace is handcrafted, which adds to its unique appeal.
The order process is pretty simple – after deciding on the piece of jewellery, you need to wait for a couple of days for it to be manufactured and another few until it arrives at your business address. The coolest part? All the orders above $89 include free shipping.
The first point that we want to emphasize for the heart photo locket necklace is that it is set at 40cm x 3cm x 3cm in size, weighing just above 4 grams. It is highlighted by a height and length of 15mm while the thickness is set at 7mm, creating a well-balanced locket piece.
The material that it is made out of is sterling silver, which is an affordable and high-quality solution for a piece of jewellery that will be worn on an everyday basis.
What makes this necklace stand apart from most of its competitors is the fact that the locket offers a two-sided working area. The most popular choice is to have the right one engraved with a meaningful quote and have a photo incorporated at the left side of the locket.
After a couple of test weeks, we were happy with the fact that this necklace didn’t scratch or succumb to any water damage. Most importantly, apart from the regular offer, which includes the piece of jewellery itself, you can also get a gift box set that includes a fancy storage bag, a cloth, and a bracelet-like accessory.
Given the design and the versatility of this product, we would recommend it to anyone who wants to surprise their relative/partner for Mother’s Day, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day. The only issue that we had with it is that you can’t choose a color other than rose gold. Still, for the price and the quality of service, it is worth giving it a go.
Pros
- Good price for great quality
- Lightweight – feels weightless on the neck
- Enough space for high-resolution photos
- Right-side for engraving
Angel Wings Heart Photo Locket Necklace
It is a fact that Ineffables offers much more than just a single piece of jewellery. The second product that we decided to review is on the fancier side and goes great with any formal or casual clothing combination. The angel wings motif is pretty impressive and provides a beautiful closure of the photo that is designed inside the locket.
Review
Similar to the product mentioned above, the necklace is set at 40cm x 3cm x 3cm with a height of 16mm, a width of 17.5mm, and a thickness of 5.5mm. Keep in mind that it is somewhat heavier for the fact that the locket is more complex.
The first thing that we want to discuss is the manufacturing process for this piece of jewellery. It takes anywhere between 3-5 days to get it handcrafted and then another 48 hours until you can have it at your address. Ineffables works the same for all their products, offering a 90-day warranty for any built-in defects.
The main difference between this and the aforementioned heart locket necklace has to be the angel wings. Designed as two separate parts, you can have these opened or closed depending on whether you want others to see the photo that is inside the locket. Keep in mind that there is no room for engraving a quote or a kind message at the front of the necklace.
However, it can be done at the backside of the locket. Regarding the feel of this jewellery, we were pretty satisfied with the sturdiness of the necklace. There is one thing to keep in mind, and it is that the angel wings do feel a bit flimsy, which means that you should take more caution when opening the locket.
One of the coolest points about it is that apart from personalizing it with a photo and a message, you can also have a date or a name engraved at the back. It is also made out of sterling silver that stands as the best material (apart from gold) for long-term use.
While the necklace doesn’t come in multiple colors, the rose gold seems to be just the right fit because this piece of jewellery has more of a romantic appeal to it. With that in mind, we consider it to be a great gift for your mother, sister, or partner!
Pros
- Sturdy, strong necklace
- Fancy angel wings closure
- Attractive rose gold design
- Versatile personalization
- Engraved at the back
Silver Heart Photo Locket Necklace With 2 Engraved Name Bars
If you are looking to get a fancy necklace for your girlfriend/wife, then we may have just the right piece for you. Manufactured by Ineffables, it is a heart locket necklace that incorporates two name bars at the top. The necklace is set at 50cm in size, the locket itself being at 2.2cm in height, 1.7cm in width, and 6.5mm in thickness. Surprisingly, considering its complex design, this piece of jewellery isn’t too heavy and is set at 5.5 grams.
Review
The first thing that we want to mention is that the base of this jewellery piece is pretty similar to a common heart photo locket necklace. It offers two heart-shaped sides, of which one is designed to fit a personalised message or date, while the second (left) one is for a photo.
The main difference between this and most other necklaces on the market is the two name bars that are set at the top of the locket. While we think these could be positioned better, the idea is simply fantastic and adds to the romantic appeal. It can’t get much better than having your and your partner’s names, along with a photo and a loving message all in one necklace.
Although complex, the manufacturer provides excellent service handcrafting a necklace like this one in 3 to 5 business days. Keep in mind that while silver is the only available color, anything else such as common gold or rose gold would be too extravagant. After talking about the dimensions in the introduction above, we want to emphasize that this necklace does feel light and skin-friendly.
The main issue that we have with it? The fact that it isn’t made from sterling silver but copper, which is a less durable material. Other than that, there is not much that we can put against this innovative locket necklace.
Pros
- Reasonable price
- Engraved name bars
- Spacious photo area
- Skin-friendly and lightweight
- Perfect for a partner
Oval Photo Locket Necklace with Engraving Gold
In the end, we want to present a necklace that incorporates an oval-shaped locket. In our opinion, it is a great gift choice for women who enjoy dressing more formally. Talking about the design, the necklace is set at 40cm x 3cm x 3cm, with the locket being 20mm in height, 16mm in width, and 5mm in thickness.
Review
The first point that we want to discuss is how this product differs from the four that we’ve mentioned above. It is a single piece of jewellery that doesn’t rock the heart-shaped romantic theme, for which reason we think that it may be more adequate if you are buying it as a gift for your sibling.
While gold-colored, it is made out of 925 sterling silver which ensures great durability and should leave you worry-free when it comes to wearing it on a daily basis. Regarding the potential, it offers two oval-shaped sides.
It is a fact that you can request the photo to be engraved on both sides, but a more popular and elegant solution is to have a name/date/message posted on the right side of the locket and the photo on the left. It is pretty great to know that it isn’t too heavy on the neck as it is set at just above 4 grams.
With that in mind, the only issue that we have with it is the fact that you can’t choose different colors. Apart from that, the classic oval-shaped design and a high-quality sterling silver justify the price that it comes at.
Pros
- Great price for a quality item
- 925 sterling silver
- Classic oval shape
- Lightweight
- Engraving at the right side
Wrap Up
The decision is all yours and should be made according to your budget and the occasion. But we would like to mention that our personal favorite is the Angel Wings Heart Photo Locket Necklace for its romantic appeal and the fact that it can be worn with almost any clothing combination.
On the other hand, we consider the Oval Photo Locket Necklace to be a fantastic choice for women who aren’t into heart-shaped lockets but want a keepsake of their loved ones.
