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1880 Victorian Hand Engraved Star Set Pearl and Synthetic Ruby Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
a lovely white seed pearl! This antique three-stone ring features a white seed pearl in the center
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 1880 Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Round White Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
An European Victorian ring with rubies and pearls. Beautiful and delicate antique ring, created in
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1880s English Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Ruby, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian Three-Stone Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold three-stone pearl and diamond ring from the Victorian era. The
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Turquoise 18K Gold Ring Navette/Marquise c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid antique Victorian 18ct gold turquoise, pearl and diamond
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19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel 18 Carat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Pretty 18ct gold Victorian mourning ring with decorative panel set with four pearls, five rose cut
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Five Pearl Diamond Half Hoop Ring
Located in New York, NY
A wide antique Victorian five pearl half hoop ring accented by diamonds circa 1880. The pearls are
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring .40ct 14K Victorian Vintage Original 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Victorian Antique from the 1880's-1900's Pearl & .40ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold
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1890s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Ring and Earrings Set
Located in Napoli, Italy
rose-cut diamonds and mother of pearls, mounted in 12k rose Gold. All handcrafted, Circa 1880
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian .60 Ct Diamond 6mm. Natural Pearl Crossover ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Kissing You & Me This Victorian period ring is this truly gorgeous The traditional crossover ring
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1880s European Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Earring, Ring, Brooch and Bangle Set
Located in Banbury, GB
pieces has a matching pearl with a diamond cluster around it. This could be a wonderful set of wedding
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Five Stone 1.80 Ct. Diamond Natural Pearl Half Hoop ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Statement This stunning Victorian era ring is extremely well crafted of solid 18 Kt
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1880s European Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

1 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond and Pearl Ring, circa 1880
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Pearl and diamond crossover ring. Old Miner cut diamond weighing 1.00 carats. GIA certified: color
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Ring with pearl and diamonds 18k bicoulour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring with pearl and rose cut diamond 0.10ct G/H - SI - ring size US. 7.5 - EU
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Late Victorian 18K Gold Emerald Split Pearl and Diamond Wide Half Hoop Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Late Victorian 18K yellow gold wide tapered half-hoop ring, set with a row of diamonds, a row of
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1880s Unknown Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond Ring - Hallmarked Chester 1886
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This beautiful diamond and pearl ring with pierced scrolled shoulders. The diamond is featured
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Diamond and Pearl Rose Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14 Karat Rose Gold and Platinum Top Weight: 3.0 grams
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Antique Black Enamel 18ct Gold Memory Ring with Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond 1877
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Black Enamel Memory Ring with Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold inscribed “my
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Miniature Painting Navette Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian navette ring crafted in 15K gold. Circa 1880. It features a detailed miniature
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Gold

Victorian Memorial Memento Gold Enamel Hair and Gem Set Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s Victorian Memorial, Memento 15 Karat Yellow Gold Ring, Measuring 4 M.M. wide
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Natural Grey Saltwater Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A rare natural grey pearl is the center piece of this wonderful Victorian ring. The pearl is
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Seven Row Multi-Gemstone Ring In 18 Karat Gold, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique gemstone seven row ring, set with amethyst, peridot, ruby, pearl, sapphire, garnet
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1880s French Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Delicate Victorian Fleur de Lis Ring
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Victorian Ring with fleur de lis motif shoulders, set with tiny rose diamonds in silver
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1870s American High Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

1880 Etruscan Ornate Yellow Gold and Pearl Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an exquisite 1880 Etruscan locket set in 14K yellow gold that features an ornate design
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Featuring one pearl
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Onyx, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Natural Pearl 1.42 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian natural pearl and 1.42 Carat diamond, 12 karat yellow
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1880s Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, White Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.05 carat diamond and seed pearl, enamel and 18 karat gold pendant / brooch
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1880s Unknown 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Victorian Egyptian Revival Nekhbet Necklace with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Venice, CA
the goddess Nekhbet, surrounded by a lace-like halo of pearls and Rose Cut diamonds. Circa the 1880’s
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1880s French Egyptian Revival 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 6 Carat Amethyst, Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
European cut diamonds. The pendant suspends from an 18' 18k white gold curb chain via a plain ring loop
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Art Nouveau Seed Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
thirty-one graduating seed pearls. The feature setting of this Victorian seed pearl necklace is
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1880s 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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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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Victorian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Initials Pearl Enamel Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1880. The
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Pearl Old Cut Diamond Sword Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Victorian 4.35 Carat Peridot 2.56 Carat Emerald Sapphire Seed Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
chain 7.5cm/2.95" Pearl diameter 3.5mm Weight 15.20 grams Date: Circa 1880 Video: A video of this
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1800s Antique 1.78 Carat Peridot Pearl and 15k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellished with four seed pearls, supporting two chains conjoining with the feature setting. This Victorian
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.45 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
). This antique amethyst and seed pearl necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Hairwork Initials Filigree Mourning Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Gold

Antique French Cameo Brooch or Pendant in Yellow Gold, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carved cameo depicts the profile of a Victorian lady, with classical features and curly upswept hair
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1880s French 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Napoleon III 18 Karat Gold Black Enamel Ruby Pearl Floral Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix
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Late 19th Century Napoleon III 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

England 1885 Neo Gothic Pendant With Griffin In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
A Victorian neo-gothic pendant with a Griffin. Beautiful pendant created in England in the late
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1880s English Gothic Revival 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
variation inspired by Queen Victoria was the "spark" ring set with a single tiny diamond -- a metaphor for
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Early 20th Century American Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...

1889 Nordic Necklace Egyptian Revival 30 Scarab Beetle Gilt Silver / 50cm/ 27gr
Located in SE
applies to pieces with enamel, pearls, opals, and delicate filigree but even diamonds can chip or stones
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1880s Swedish Egyptian Revival 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Silver, Gold-filled

Late Victorian Pearl Diamond Gold Twin Heart Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian natural pearl and diamond twin heart ring, the ring comprising two interlocking
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Late 19th Century British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond and ruby brooch, to the centre a pearl surrounded by eight old-cut
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold

Victorian Heart-Shaped Blue Enamel Pendant-Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel pendant-necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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15k Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold Locket Back, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Antique Victorian ring has been commissioned in 18ct Yellow Gold and is set with a
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
natural pearl (diameter: 8.2mm approximately), surrounded with old cut diamonds (estimated color H/I
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Cluster Ring 9 Carat Gold Georgian Face, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
x Depth 4mm METAL: 18ct/ 9ct Yellow Gold STONES: Pearl/ Turquoise/ Diamond AGE: Shank: Victorian
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1880s British Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Double Heart Diamond & Natural Pearl Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and impressive natural pearl and old mine cut diamond double heart ring which would
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Late 19th Century British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Three Stone Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian 3 stone natural pearl and diamond ring. English in origin. Circa 1880. Size 6.5 , can be
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring Multifunctional as Necklace Clasp, 1880s
Located in Antwerp, BE
With its central cabochon opal of 3.20 carat, this 18K red gold and silver Victorian ring from 1880
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1880s Belgian Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 18 Karat Gold Victorian Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Engagement Ring, 1880s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Period. This second Victorian period is famous for its ostentatious pieces set with pearls and diamonds
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Victorian Coral and Pearl Half Hoop 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hand Carved Ring
Located in Aurora, Ontario
This half hoop ring was handcarved during the victorian era and has a gorgeous angelskin coral
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1870s Unknown High Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Antique Opal and 1.92 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 18K yellow gold Victorian ring from 1880 has a grand navette shaped cabochon cut opal as your
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian, 18ct Yellow Gold, Natural Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Diamond and sapphire ring, late 19th century. This classic five-stone ring is set with a well
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Late 19th Century British 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Stuart Crystal Pearl Diamond circa 1880 Locket Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This clever Victorian Stuart Crystal locket brooch is ringed with a halo of pearls and has a line
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1880s British Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Crystal, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian, French, Natural 'Ox Blood' Coral Cocktail Ring, Original Box
Located in Rochford, Essex
AVAILABLE We have a huge range of antique rings available, from Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco
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Late 19th Century French 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Spinel Diamond Ring c. 1880
Located in Chicago, IL
An elaborately carved yellow gold ring is centered with a button pearl flanked two glowing red oval
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Late 19th Century Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Natural Pearl, Diamond

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Double Heart and Bow Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian, double heart and bow ring, set with two natural half pearls, with old-cut diamonds set
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1880s Unknown Late Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by four round pearls measuring approximately 4.0mm, varying in body color and overtones With four
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1880s Unknown Victorian 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

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1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1880 antique victorian pearl and diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. If you’re looking for a 1880 antique victorian pearl and diamond ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1880 antique victorian pearl and diamond ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 1880 Antique Victorian Pearl And Diamond Ring?

Prices for a 1880 antique victorian pearl and diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $8,632, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,505.

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.