This dainty heart necklace pairs an open, wire-outline heart with a small pave-set ring above it — an interlocking heart-and-circle motif, which is where the name comes from. Small round cubic zirconia stones line the lower curve of the heart and the connecting ring; the rest of the outline is left as polished, bare metal. It's built on a 925 sterling silver base — hypoallergenic and nickel-free — and offered in two finishes: 18K gold plated, or left unplated as polished sterling silver.
What This Necklace Actually Looks Like
The heart isn't a solid stamped shape, and there's no ring-shaped pendant with a heart punched out of its middle — it's an open wire outline, asymmetric rather than perfectly symmetrical, which gives it a hand-drawn quality rather than a rigid geometric one. A separate small ring sits just above the heart, pave-set with the same cubic zirconia stones, and links the pendant to the chain. Together the heart and the ring are the "circle" and the "heart" in the name — two linked shapes, not one shape with a hole in it.
At a dainty scale, it photographs cleanly and sits flat without spinning on the chain.
| Detail |
Spec |
| Metal Base |
925 Sterling Silver |
| Finish |
18K Gold Plated (in stock) or Polished Sterling Silver, unplated (currently sold out) |
| Stone |
Cubic zirconia (CZ) pave, set along the heart's lower curve and the connecting ring |
| Hypoallergenic |
Yes — Nickel-Free |
| Chain |
16–18" with a 2" extender, spring-ring clasp |
| Occasion |
Everyday Wear, Layering, Gift |
| Price |
$31.99 — free US shipping |
How to Style This Necklace
As a layering piece, this necklace works best in the middle of a 3-necklace stack: a choker above (14" or shorter) and a longer bar or drop pendant below (20"+). The linked heart-and-ring shape adds visual interest without bulk.
Worn solo, it's subtle at a glance and interesting up close — a good choice if you prefer jewelry that doesn't announce itself loudly. Pair with stud earrings rather than dramatic hoops to keep the balance right.
Gold layering necklace stacks are still a strong trend, and this piece's mixed motif — a heart for sentiment, a circle for continuity — reads as intentional rather than random in a stack.
Gold Plated or Sterling Silver: Which Finish
Both finishes share the same 925 sterling silver base and the same design. The 18K gold plated version is a warm gold tone over that base; the polished sterling silver version is left unplated, so there's no surface layer to wear through on that one — what you see is the metal itself. Pick based on the metal tone you already wear most, or match the piece it's layering with.
How to Care for It
Good care habits extend the finish either way. Remove the piece before the gym, pool, or shower. Sweat, chlorine, and lotions are the main causes of premature wear on plated jewelry, and they'll dull an unplated silver finish faster too.
Store it flat in a dry pouch or the original box. When cleaning, use a soft dry cloth — no abrasives, no ultrasonic cleaners, no chemical dips. On the gold plated piece specifically, that routine typically holds up well for 1–3 years of daily wear; a plated piece's finish is a surface layer, so treat it a little more gently than the solid-metal unplated version.
If you notice dullness, a jewelry polishing cloth brings it back quickly on either finish. Avoid chemical cleaners — they strip a plated finish faster than regular wear does.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this dainty heart necklace hypoallergenic?
Yes. It's crafted from 925 sterling silver — nickel-free and safe for sensitive skin — in either the 18K gold plated or unplated silver finish.
Is this solid gold, or gold plated?
The gold finish is 18K gold plated over a 925 sterling silver base, not solid gold. With proper care the plating typically holds up for 1–3 years of daily wear. The necklace is also offered in a polished, unplated sterling silver finish if you'd rather skip plating altogether.
What is the small ring above the heart?
A small pave-set ring that links the heart pendant to the chain — it's the "circle" half of the design, set with the same cubic zirconia stones as the heart's lower curve.
Does this necklace have real diamonds?
No. The pave stones are cubic zirconia (CZ), not diamonds — a deliberate choice to keep the piece affordable while still catching light.
Will it tarnish?
With proper care, minimally. Keep it dry, avoid perfume and chlorine, and store in a dry pouch. Sterling silver can tarnish with air and moisture exposure over time; on the gold plated piece, the plating layer also slows this.
Can I wear this necklace in the shower or while swimming?
We'd recommend removing it first. Water and chlorine wear on both finishes — the plating on the gold piece, and the polish on the unplated silver piece. For an occasional splash, dry it immediately and you'll be fine.
Does this necklace come in different lengths?
The chain is 16–18" with a 2-inch extender and spring-ring clasp, which covers most layering lengths.
Can I layer this with other heart necklaces?
Yes — wearing multiple heart pieces works well if they're at different scales and lengths. This necklace at 16" pairs well with a larger solid heart pendant at 20" for a cohesive heart-themed stack.