It’s time for her birthday and you are looking for the perfect gift to express just how much she means to you and just how much you love her. It’s got to be the one gift that touches her and shows her that you are that special person in her life.

Even if you have the most heartfelt intentions and your biggest desire is to find that perfect gift it can be daunting to find the locket that expresses sincerity, quality and ensure it fits her personal style and tastes. It’s easy to succumb to a sales person’s idea of the perfect gift or get less than stellar quality.

Quality sterling silver lockets come in various sizes and shapes. The most common is the heart shaped locket. It is a woman tested and time honored success story in the world of jewelry and you cannot go wrong with that style. Another popular style is the smooth oval design, which is perfect for engraving. Engraving is a perfect example of personalizing a locket to add that that special loving touch. If you are buying a locket for that special someone then it’s almost a must to have it engraved. If not, the locket can seem less personable and might not have the long lasting effect you are striving for.

You can also go for tri-colored lockets that have a sterling base with either stones or coloring added to give it a unique look. It really depends on the type of person you are buying a locket for. If your significant other wears jewelry with a lot of colors it’s probable that they will enjoy a locket with a little added color.

Quality is paramount but be cautious of companies that have higher than needed mark ups in cost. They usually claim quality that’s above their competition to validate their prices but in reality sterling silver is sterling silver. There are rarely quality differences in metals used so keep an eye out for quality clasps and engraving to gauge your quality expectations. A silver locket should be exceptional quality but it does not have to break the bank either. You should be able to purchase a very high quality locket for less than the cost of reservations for two at that four-star restaurant you plan on taking her to for her birthday.

Don’t forget, lockets always leave room for a memento or picture. Don’t hand that locket to her empty. That is a sure fire way to ruin the mood you’ve worked hard to build up. Find a picture that you know will spark that romance and keep the night going. A little thought will go a very long way in making this one of her best birthdays ever.

K. Green sharing thoughts and insight to giving that perfect gift of silver lockets, her favorite is her heart shaped locket, an unforgettable gift from her husband.