The French Filigree & Burmese Spinel Heart Necklace

I love finding beautiful antique jewelry and giving it a completely unexpected second life. This necklace is exactly why I enjoy antique conversions so much.

The original necklace is an antique French piece crafted in 18k yellow gold, with the most charming triangular filigree links. Each link features delicate, swirling goldwork that feels romantic and old-world, with just the right amount of architectural detail. The craftsmanship is wonderful, and I wanted to preserve every bit of its original character.

Then came the fun part. I added a collection of natural Burmese heart-shaped spinels along the front half of the necklace. These little hearts are full of personality, with colors ranging from vivid raspberry red and juicy pink to lavender, lilac, and soft pastel tones. Each heart dangles freely beneath the antique gold links, creating movement, sparkle, and a playful rhythm of color.

What I especially love is the contrast between the intricate antique French goldwork and those colorful, almost rebellious little hearts. The original necklace feels elegant and historical, while the spinels give it a completely different attitude. A little romantic, a little edgy, and very much a modern city girl's kind of jewelry.

This is the sort of piece I would wear with a simple black tank, a crisp white shirt, or a leather jacket. It has enough personality to carry an entire look without trying too hard. And there is something particularly cool about wearing a piece of history that nobody else will have.

For me, the best antique conversions are not about making old jewelry look new. They are about respecting beautiful old craftsmanship while adding a fresh point of view. This one brings together two things I adore: antique French gold and wonderfully colorful Burmese spinels.

A true one-of-a-kind collector's necklace.

Details:

- Antique French 18k yellow gold filigree necklace

- Natural multicolored Burmese spinels

- Heart-shaped spinels, approximately 7 mm

- 19.58 carats total spinel weight

- 23.84 grams total necklace weight

- Necklace length: approximately 16 inches

- Antique conversion, one of a kind