Vintage Links of London Thumbprint Heart Necklace Sterling Silver

This vintage Links of London Thumbprint Heart necklace is formed around the original Thumbprint Heart charm, one of the house’s most enduring motif designs. The heart is sculpted with rounded contours, softened edges and a gentle central indentation that gives the form depth, warmth and visual movement. Rather than reading as a flat symbolic shape, it has a more tactile and modelled character, with a surface that catches the light differently as it moves.

Unlike flatter heart charms, this piece is intentionally shaped to sit at a slight angle when worn. That angled profile allows it to hang naturally and gives the heart a more fluid presence at the neck. The result is a refined and understated design that feels both sculptural and timeless, preserving the emotional familiarity of the heart motif while giving it a more considered physical form.

The charm measures approximately 12mm in height, 14mm in height including the jump ring, 14mm in width and approximately 3mm in thickness. Its proportions give it a neat but clearly defined presence as a necklace, with enough width to emphasise the rounded heart silhouette while remaining easy to wear. The standard Links of London oval bail measures approximately 9mm by 7mm, carries the three-ring logo, and will take a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide.

The necklace is fitted with a 2mm wide sterling silver oval link chain and a 5mm diameter bolt ring clasp. Because the charm is attached through the clasp, it may be removed, changed or worn with other compatible charms if desired. That gives the piece the presence of a finished necklace while retaining the flexibility associated with Links of London charm jewellery.

This example is crafted in solid sterling silver and is hallmarked with the LL sponsor’s mark, 925 and a date letter for 2008. The charm has been professionally cleaned and polished and remains in excellent vintage condition, with its original sculpted details intact. Supplied with a split ring, it also remains compatible with standard Links of London Sweetie bracelet wear.

The Thumbprint Heart design was produced across multiple years and became one of the house’s signature motifs, valued for both its sculptural quality and its emotional symbolism. Worn as a necklace, it takes on a slightly more pendant-led presence than in bracelet form, allowing the softened contours and angled profile to become more central to the way the piece is seen. The result is a finished necklace that feels quietly expressive, polished and enduring.

This necklace is supplied as a complete ready-to-wear piece. The original charm remains the focus, while the chain format offers an elegant way to wear one of our most recognisable Links of London heart designs as a necklace rather than solely as a bracelet charm. A choice of chain lengths is available when ordering.

• Vintage Links of London Thumbprint Heart charm presented as a finished necklace
• Solid 925 sterling silver
• Sculpted heart design with soft contours and angled profile
• Polished silver finish with original vintage character
• Hallmarked LL and 925
• Date letter for 2008
• Approximately 12mm high
• Approximately 14mm high including jump ring
• Approximately 14mm wide
• Approximately 3mm thick
• Standard Links of London oval bail approximately 9mm x 7mm
• Suitable for a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide
• Supplied on a 2mm sterling silver oval link chain
• Fitted with a 5mm diameter bolt ring clasp
• Choice of chain lengths available when ordering
• Charm can be removed or interchanged with other compatible charms
• Supplied with split ring for Sweetie attachment
• Professionally cleaned and polished
• Excellent vintage condition

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a genuine Links of London necklace?

This piece is made using an authentic vintage Links of London Thumbprint Heart charm. The charm is genuine Links of London, and it is presented here as a finished necklace on a sterling silver chain.

Is the charm removable?

Yes. The necklace is fitted with a bolt ring clasp, allowing the charm to be removed or interchanged with other compatible charms if desired.

What are the necklace specifications?

This necklace is supplied on a 2mm wide sterling silver oval link chain fitted with a 5mm diameter bolt ring clasp. A choice of chain lengths is available when ordering.

What are the charm measurements?

The charm measures approximately 12mm in height, 14mm in height including the jump ring, 14mm in width and approximately 3mm in thickness. The oval bail measures approximately 9mm by 7mm.

Will the bail fit all Links of London bracelets and necklaces?

The standard oval bail is suitable for a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide, making it compatible with many standard Links of London formats.

Does it have a hallmark date?

Yes. This example carries the LL sponsor’s mark, 925 and a date letter for 2008.

Was the Thumbprint Heart design exclusive to 2008?

No. The design was produced across multiple years. The hallmark reflects the year this specific charm was assayed, not the original release date of the design.

What is the condition?

The charm has been professionally cleaned and polished and remains in excellent vintage condition, with its original sculpted details intact.