Victorian Ring Silver 18k Gold Enamel Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry

Classic Victorian ring made of 18 karat yellow gold and silver (stamped) and featuring hand-faceted oval ruby and approximately 2.0 carats rose cut diamonds. Measurements: 1 3/16" ...

A massive oval faceted emerald round brilliant cut diamond ring made of 18k yellow gold. It’s an impressive Mid-century piece that carries a lot of character. Two rows of...

A bright green enamel snake ring with buckle design. The ring is made of 18k yellow gold and has two white gold buckles. The snakeskin enamel pattern is beautifully painted and framed in 18k gold. The buckles are embellished with single cut diamonds. The workmanship of the ring is impeccable. It’s flawlessly made into a slick and smooth jewelry piece. This vintage ring carries the Retro era vibes and is as stylish as it is fun. The Retro ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold (tested), green enamel and accented with single cut diamonds (approximately 0.40 carat total weight). The vintage buckle...

A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel. The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange. This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description. Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut. The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams. The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark. History of Insect Jewelry: Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature. Scarab Beetles In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil. Bees and Butterflies Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey. Insect Jewelry Resurgence In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time. The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs. Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity. About Victorian Jewelry: Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time. To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts: • The Early Victorian or Romantic • The Middle of Grand Victorian • The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era. Early Victorian Jewelry As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began. Grand Victorian Jewelry After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating. Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...

A colorful tourmaline ring made of 18k yellow gold. It’s a vintage bypass ring with two heart-shaped green tourmalines and six halfmoon-shaped pink tourmalines. The ring has a snake design, with the pink gemstones set in the gold coils reminiscent of a snake’s scale. The vintage ring is stamped with French hallmarks. This tourmaline ring is greatly made and will become one of your favorite pieces. It’s a fun and bright ring to make you feel good about wearing it every day. This vintage ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features two heart cut green tourmalines and six half-moon pink cut tourmalines. The vintage French ring is ½" wide and weighs 12.2 grams. The vintage bypass ring is size 6 and is resizable. The French vintage ring...

A vintage Carati ring and earrings, 18 karat yellow gold and diamond demi-parure created in Italy in the 1980s. The set of the floral design carries smooth, flowing gold lines. The ring’s waved shank looks like a seamless continuation of the twisted front part. Baguette cut diamond staged in the swirls separated with the fine gold stems. The clip-on earrings repeat the same motif in a slimmer shape. This sparkling vintage Italian earrings...

An antique diamond and enamel ring in yellow gold, comprising one old cut diamond and eighteen rose cut diamonds, set in 18 karat yellow gold, and adorned with blue and white enamel,...

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Mourning Ring. This amazing ring has pristine enameling and the hair is still intact inside the glass. It has flower designs o...

Early Victorian 18k Gold, Silver and 6.0cts. Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Blue Guilloché Enamel Ring c.1840s Believed to be a descendant of the bagues au firmament...

Beautiful ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. This vintage treasure is nearly 120 years old and was made in the Victorian era. Details are endless as the ring highlights a floral bouque...

Jewel Of Ocean Estate Cocktail Enamel Ring 18K Yellow Gold & Enamel and Approx. 0.5 Carats Near Colorless VS1 Diamonds Ring Size: 4.25 Retail Price $15,...

This magnificent antique ring was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold with a silver top during the early Victorian period and features an elegant bypass design that carries an old min...