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Victorian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Clover Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A exquisite example from the Victorian era. This 18k yellow gold bracelet features exotic cut
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl Bracelet Antique 16K Gold Mesh Cuff
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
A very rare Antique Bracelet, Victorian Bracelet circa 1890s Cuff Bracelet, Gold Mesh Bracelet Seed
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Antique 1890s Bangles

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Stunning Antique Late Victorian 15 Carat yellow gold Brooch Encrusted with Seed Pearls and Peridots
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Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold

Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
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W 1.23 in L 1.23 in
Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 0.04 carat ruby, 15 karat yellow gold swallow brooch
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 1.06 in L 1.38 in
Victorian Porcelain Seed-Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original antique from the 19th century, this 14k brooch is studded with seed pearls and centers
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Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
cabochon stones set in a vertical orientation accented with two tiny seed pearls side by side atop a finely
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold created with a chased ornamental
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Crystal Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and crystal, 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Onyx Seed Pearl Gold Earrings
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique Victorian era c.1890 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Black Onyx and split Natural Seed Pearl
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Earrings

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Onyx Seed Pearl Gold Earrings
Victorian Onyx Seed Pearl Gold Earrings
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H 1.15 in W 0.52 in
Antique Victorian Drop Necklace 14k Gold Citrine Seed Pearls Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
total estimated weight). The natural freeform seed pearls measure (average) 3.5mm. The pearls are
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Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.05 carat diamond, 15k yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse Victorian
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Victorian Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.08 in W 0.48 in L 2.68 in
Victorian Natural Freshwater Seed Pearl 14 Karat Gold Skull Crossbones Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bones accented by a row of round natural freshwater seed pearls, well-matched Completed by a 10 karat
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Porcelain Diamond Seed Pearl Gold Brooch and Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold brooch has alternating round cut diamonds and seed pearls. This brooch also features a hidden
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Antique 1830s British Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket
Located in New York, NY
Victorian onyx, gold and seed pearl locket pendant circa 1880's. Lovely buckle motif with photo
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian More Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Onyx, 14k Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Victorian Onyx 14 kt Gold and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch from the late 19th Century. 2.75" x
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Brooches

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Onyx, Pearl, Gilt Metal, 14k Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
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W 0.5 in L 2.75 in
Victorian Seed Pearl Horseshoe Ring
Located in London, GB
interlocking horseshoes pervaded with a single row of round seed pearls which sit atop a rose gold band. This
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

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Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and 18 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch with 9k gold
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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique seed pearl and enamel, 18 karat gold pendant; part of our
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Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.1 in W 0.83 in L 18 in
Vintage Coral Seed Pearl and Pearl Drop Victorian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Coral Seed Pearl and Pearl Drop Victorian Pendant Necklace. Hand set with
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Rose Gold Rubies And Seed Pearls Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Victorian style Rose Gold Rubies and Seed Pearls pendant. It is a round pendant shaped as
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Rose Gold Victorian Sapphire and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian 10K rose gold ring featuring 2 oval blue sapphires. The sapphires weigh 1.14 carats
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Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Antique Porcelain Seed-Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
natural seed pearls which halo the piece. Made in 14k yellow gold. Pendant Length: 1.1 inches
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Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Seed Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.29 Carat diamond, seed pearl and blue enamel, 15 karat
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely, high quality Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings with rose diamond accents. Heavy 14k gold
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Antique 1860s American Victorian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, high quality Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings with rose diamond accents. Heavy 14k gold
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Antique 1870s American Victorian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
Elegant Victorian Seed Pearl Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Victorian Seed Pearl and Imitation Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and imitation gemstone, 18k yellow gold cross
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
3mm seed pearls and set in 14kt yellow gold.
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Enamel 15 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The pop of the blue enamel is stunning next to the bright yellow gold. At the centre of the blue
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Bangles

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Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Ring Conversion 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Originally an antique Victorian era stick pin (circa 1880s to 1900s), the seed pearl ring is
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Ring Red Paste 10k Rose Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian seed pearl and red paste ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 14 carat yellow gold, 14 carat rose gold cross
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Ring Garnet Seed Pearl 14k Rose Gold Sz 6.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian garnet & seed pearl ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat rose
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1880s Antique Victorian Coral and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian coral and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold bangle; part of our
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Bangles

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Coral, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 1.39 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 1.39 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed-Pearl Gold Starburst Pin-Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
simple chain can be added to the 2 bails for pendant wear. It is covered in natural seed pearls and made
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Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seed Pearl Yellow Gold and Silver Chick Bar Brooch, Antique Victorian
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique seed pearl, 14k yellow gold and silver chick brooch; part of our
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Seed Pearl Buckle Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique Late Victorian 1890s gold satined chain bracelet set with seed pearls. This
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Chain Bracelets

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold and Seed Pearl Brooch, Dated Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold and Seed Pearl Brooch,Dated Circa 1850's This beautiful brooch is in
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 15k Gold

Late Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Seed Pearl Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Late Victorian 10k gold & seed pearl stick pin. With a lotus shaped flower that has a
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Antique 19th Century Late Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold

Late Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Seed Pearl Stick Pin
Late Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Seed Pearl Stick Pin
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W 0.36 in D 0.24 in L 2.33 in
Antique Victorian Ruby and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
approximately 0.25-carat ruby and accompanied north and south by two seed pearls and ornately engraved flowers
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Horseshoe Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 0.52 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Flower Pendant or Brooch w Seed Pearls Diamond, Victorian, Circa 1929
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
carefully, you will see that the pearls are genuine seed pearls and the workmanship is impeccable. It has a
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Vintage 1920s American Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel and Seed Pearl Victorian Gold Sword Jabot Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Antique Victorian Enamel and Seed Pearls Sword 14K Yellow Gold Jabot Pin. Beautifully Hand
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique Victorian 9 karat gold round sized agate brooch created with lovely seed pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
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H 0.2 in Dm 1.07 in
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch. Simple and delicate yet sophisticated
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
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H 0.63 in W 1.64 in D 0.41 in
Victorian Horseshoe Turquoise & Seed Pearl 15k Gold Bracelet
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Sweet Victorian equestrian themed horseshoe bracelet in 14K yellow gold. Lovely delicate
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bangles

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian Horseshoe Turquoise & Seed Pearl 15k Gold Bracelet
Victorian Horseshoe Turquoise & Seed Pearl 15k Gold Bracelet
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H 0.63 in Dm 2.125 in L 6.25 in
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Seed Pearl & Ruby Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
exquisite Victorian ring is crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features six lustrous seed pearls arranged
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Gold & Enamel Mourning Hair Locket Brooch Seed Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
around the outside and the center has 5 seed pearls. I see a tiny sliver of separation in the gold at the
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

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Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Gold Seed Pearl Wide Bangle Bracelet, 1870s
Located in Wallkill, NY
You don't see this workmanship anymore, simply stunning! Wide Victorian bangle 14K gold Bracelet
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles

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Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold

Garnet and Seed Pearl Victorian Revival Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Garnets and Seed Pearls. Hand crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Approx. Dimensions: 2.35” l x 2.66” w. The
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Late 20th Century Victorian Cuff Bracelets

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Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire Seed Pearl Butterfly Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian blue sapphire seed pearl and yellow gold butterfly brooch pendant with watch hook circa
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Paste Amethyst Seed Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Late Victorian Paste Amethyst Seed Pearl Gold Pin Bring nostalgia and grace back with this 12
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Amethyst, Gold

Antique Victorian Red Garnet and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
an oval red garnet and accented by four seed pearls. Set in 10K rose gold.
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

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Garnet, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Era 18k Gold Natural Seed Pearls Angel Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
floral frame, decorated with natural seed pearls. The whole piece is very elegant and resembles an oil
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Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch from the 19th Century. Incredible quality
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Antique 1860s American High Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby and Seed Pearl Fringe Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Take a cruise on the River Thames, the river where the seed pearls that make the fringe of these
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Antique 1870s English Late Victorian Dangle Earrings

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Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold

Antique Georgian/Victorian 14k Gold and Seed Pearl Braided Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique mourning brooch. In 14k (or 15k) yellow gold. Set with 2 concentric rows of seed
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Peridot Seed Pearl Engraved 15K Gold Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
, surrounded by seed pearls set in a stunning yellow 15K yellow gold, engraved around the entire ring. The
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold

Antique Micro Mosaic and Seed Pearl Gold Dangle Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Victorian Micro Mosaic Seed Pearl Drop Earrings. Set with 2 Micro Mosaic discs and
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Art Nouveau Seed Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewellery collection. This fine and impressive seed pearl necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Antique 1880s Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Art Nouveau Seed Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Victorian Art Nouveau Seed Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.2 in W 1.05 in L 2.68 in
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Victorian Gold And Seed Pearl Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1513 vintage editions and 28 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Karen Sugarman Designs, Marina J. and Krementz & Co each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a pearl version from the 1247 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 554 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Victorian Gold And Seed Pearl Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of victorian gold and seed pearl jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $111 and can go as high as $125,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,589.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.