Silver-Tone Costume Heart Pendant with Rhinestone Accents 'Time For Loving'
Pendant (Charm category) · None (Silver-tone metal alloy, likely pewter, zinc alloy, or brass)
Purity: Non-gold/Costume Grade (appears to be base metal with silver-tone flashing/plating)
Type
Pendant (Charm category)
Purity
Non-gold/Costume Grade (appears to be base metal with silver-tone flashing/plating)
Gold Type
None (Silver-tone metal alloy, likely pewter, zinc alloy, or brass)
Weight
5.0 - 10.0 grams
Description
An asymmetrical heart-shaped pendant featuring the sentimental inscription 'TIME FOR LOVING' in black enamel-filled block lettering. The piece is accented by a diagonal line of faceted crystals and features a textured 'bark' or 'satin' finish on the face to contrast against the smooth, polished bail.
Key Features
Black enamel printed typography, diagonal rhinestone strip, and oversized polished bail
Color & Finish
Silver-tone with a satin/brushed textured face and high-polish rounded bail; visible oxidation/pitting in lettering
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible in the image; likely lacks precious metal stamps like 925 or 14K
Dimensions Estimate
20mm width x 25mm height (including bail)
Gemstones & Inlays
Small colorless round-cut crystals or glass rhinestones; handset or glued in a diagonal channel
Clasp & Closure
Large 'puff' style slide bail for a chain or cord; no integrated clasp
Chain & Links
Flat heart-shaped casting with a hollow-formed rounded bail attachment
Craftsmanship Details
Industrial cast production with machine-stamped lettering and glued-in rhinestones; assembly-line finishing
Authentication Indicators
The lack of hallmarks, the cast texture on the reverse/edges, and the style of the lettering indicate this is costume jewelry rather than fine gold
Origin & Maker
Mass-produced fashion jewelry; likely manufactured in East Asia (China or Thailand)
Era & Period
Contemporary/Modern (late 20th century to present)
Age Estimate
circa 1990-2010
Cultural Significance
A representation of mass-market romantic gift-giving culture and the democratization of jewelry design through base-metal casting
Condition Notes
Fair to Good; visible surface wear, dulling of rhinestones, and potential plating loss on the edges and bail reveals a darker base metal
Value Estimate
Secondary market value is primarily decorative/sentimental; estimated $5 - $15 USD. No intrinsic precious metal melt value.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a dry soft cloth; avoid moisture, perfumes, and chemical cleaners which will strip the silver-tone plating
Similar Items
Sterling silver heart charms from brands like James Avery or Brighton (which would feature 925 hallmarks)
Interesting Facts
Sentimental 'word jewelry' became highly popular in the 1990s as accessible giftware for Valentine's Day and anniversaries