Geiss Berlin Iron
Antique 1820s German Georgian Dangle Earrings
Onyx, Berlin Iron
Antique 1820s German George III Link Bracelets
Berlin Iron
Antique 1820s German Georgian Chandelier Earrings
Gold, Berlin Iron
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1940s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s English Victorian Brooches
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Czech Link Bracelets
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century European Late Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Imperial Topaz, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Chandelier Earrings
Aquamarine, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hats
Antique 19th Century Czech Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver
Antique 1750s Unknown Georgian More Necklaces
Topaz, 18k Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
2010s French Artisan Brooches
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Recent Sales
Antique Early 19th Century German Georgian Chandelier Earrings
Berlin Iron
Antique 1810s German George III Link Necklaces
Berlin Iron
Antique Early 19th Century German Georgian Link Bracelets
Berlin Iron
Antique Early 19th Century German Georgian More Bracelets
Antique Early 19th Century German George IV Chandelier Earrings
Berlin Iron
Antique Early 19th Century German George IV Link Bracelets
Berlin Iron
Antique Early 19th Century German George IV Link Bracelets
Berlin Iron
Antique 1810s German Georgian Link Necklaces
Berlin Iron
German Cuff Bracelets
German Link Necklaces
Antique Early 19th Century German George III Chandelier Earrings
Onyx, Berlin Iron
Antique Early 19th Century German George III Chandelier Earrings
Onyx, 15k Gold, Berlin Iron
Antique 19th Century German Statues
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian More Bracelets
Geiss Berlin Iron For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Geiss Berlin Iron?
A Close Look at georgian Jewelry
Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.
There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.
Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.
Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.
Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Read More
Be Entranced by Intricate Georgian-Era Jewelry
From diamonds to glass, gold to iron, get to know the stories behind the materials and techniques that defined the jewelry of this era.
How to Buy a Vintage or Antique Engagement Ring
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.