When is the perfect time to give a heart pendant? Love is in the air on February 14th! And while heart-shaped candies, plush teddy bears, and long-stemmed red roses are all lovely, a heart pendant retains its charm the other 364 days of the year.Of course, you don't need a commercialized holiday to give a heart pendant. A diamond, or gold heart pendant is a tangible way of expressing your deepest feelings. Whether you choose a heart-shaped locket or Lalique heart pendant, this is a gift that is sure to be warmly received. Birthdays, anniversaries or "just because" are reason enough to buy a gorgeously large heart pendant.
If you're buying a heart pendant without a necklace, be sure to find out what type of precious metal the recipient wears. You don't want to purchase a white gold pendant for someone who typically wears yellow gold. For the woman who is partial to yellow gold, consider buying a pendant in 14k, 18k or 24k gold. The cost of the pendant will be determined by the karats, though all three are equally beautiful.
Keep in mind that some women prefer to wear silver. If you're shopping for a heart-shaped pendant to accompany a silver chain, remember that silver, white gold and platinum will all match exquisitely. These three precious metals range significantly in cost, with silver as the cheapest and platinum as the most expensive.