Also called Romantic period jewelry, antique early Victorian jewelry and watches were a celebration of the young monarch’s love.
When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. While this may seem a bit simple for our contemporary tastes, the serpent symbolizes eternity, and has become a popular motif in jewelry. The tail in the serpent’s mouth forms an unbroken circle. This dewy-eyed happiness trickled down to the masses and men and women favored jewelry that was sentimental and full of symbolism. Today, antique Victorian jewelry is very coveted and highly collectible.
Romantic period jewelry tends to be feminine and ornate. Flowers, hearts, birds, and bows were just some of the common decorative motifs. These pieces were embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. It was common to express your devotion with jewelry — REGARD and DEAREST rings were particularly popular. These rings were set with stones that corresponded to each letter: Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond.
Most often, the design of the ring was simple, with the stones going across the shank of the ring in a line, but it was not uncommon to see a REGARD ring in a flower formation, with each stone set in the petal of the flower.
Another common early Victorian ring style was two hands clasping a flower or stone. They came in many styles and were made of coral and ivory but also of gold with precious and semiprecious gemstones. These rings, while not exclusively Victorian, are often associated with the time period and symbolized friendship. Lockets enclosed with hair, cameos depicting cupid or a loved one’s face and enamel pieces were also popular.
The early Victorian period corresponded with the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Jewelry, no longer made only by hand, became more affordable during the 19th century. The growing middle class also helped increase the demand for it. This was reflected in how women styled their jewelry; they were not afraid to adorn themselves from head to toe with stacking and layering in between. Considering the time period (this was before the California Gold Rush), a lot of pieces in the Romantic period were made using low-karat gold or were gold-plated. Fine gold wire was also employed frequently to add to the design. This is a nice trick to know when determining the date of Victorian jewelry.
Find a range of antique Romantic period brooches, necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Victorian ring with sapphire and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold and silver ring set with a central sapphire of up to 0.45 ct, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds of up to 0.03 ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 8.5 - EU 18.5(58) Detailed descript...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Ring with sapphire and rose cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring set with sapphire and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.15 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 6.5 - EU 17(53) Detailed description: The top of the ring is oval, 1.2 cm b...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ring with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 20k yellow gold 4.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
20k yellow gold marquis ring with old mine cut diamond. 1.50ct – G/H – SI – ring size U.S. 6 – EU. 16.5(52) Detailed description the top of the ring is 2.0 cm wide and 4.7 mm high ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Rose Gold & Silver Pendant Necklace with Emeralds & Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with emerald and old mine cut diamonds. 0.50ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description the necklace is 50 cm lon...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Necklace with coral 11.8 grams 14k yellow gold 11.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a centerpiece set with various coral shapes – 11.8 grams – 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.2 mm wide The centerpiece...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian 14k Pink Gold Cross Pendant with Jesus, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
Early Victorian 14k pink gold pendant in the shape of a cross with Jesus - 2.5 grams - 6.5 cm x 3.0 cm Detailed description: The pendant measures 6.5 cm long by 3.0 cm wide Weight...
Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian ring wit rose cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.20ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide and 6.8 mm h...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Brooch with jade 14k yellow gold 12.9 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch with jade – 12.9 grams Detailed description: The brooch measures 8.0 cm long by 1.7 cm wide in a rectangular shape. Weight: 12.9 grams Set with: - 1 x 7.3...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings with old mine cut diamonds up to 0.70ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold and silver stud earrings set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 0.70 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The front of the stud is 5.1 mm wide Total weight is 1.6 grams...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
14k Rose Gold Victorian Anchor Necklace with 1.01 ct Old Mine Diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold anchor necklace with solitaire pendant set with an old mine-cut diamond up to 0.60 ct – J/K - Pique – 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k yellow gold necklace with a fixed pendant set with a cameo - 40 cm
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a fixed pendant set with a cameo - 40 cm Detailed description The necklace is 40 cm long and 0.9 mm wide. The pendant measures 3.3 cm high and 3.0 cm...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian brooch with garnet and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver brooch with garnet and rose diamond up to 0.30ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.2 cm long by 2.6 cm wide Weight: 19.5 ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver
18k yellow gold ring – 9.7 grams – ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54)
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring – 9.7 grams – ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description The top of the ring is 1.3 cm wide and 2.7 mm high. Ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54). Weight ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Ring with old mine cut diamond up to 0.45ct 14k gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold men's ring set with emerald shape old mine cut diamond total approximately 0.45ct - H - SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) detailed description: the top of the r...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Ring with old mine cut diamond up to 0.50ct 5.7 grams 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold ring set with old mine cut diamond up to 0.50ct - K/L - Pique - ring size US 7 - EU 17.25 (54) detailed description: the top of the ring is 9.0 mm wide by 5.9 mm high Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring, Rose-Cut Diamond 0.40ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold solitaire ring set with a rose-cut diamond up to 0.40 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 3.5 - EU 14.5(45) Detailed description: The front of the ring is 7.9 mm wide and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose and Table Cut Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose Cut and Table Cut Diamond Ring Hand made antique cluster diamond ring with parts i...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
Vintage Amethyst Poured Glass Filigree Necklace 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage 1930s Amethyst Poured Glass & Filigree Necklace A rare and exceptional Vintage Amethyst Poured Glass Necklace. The colour and calibre of the amethyst poured glass in t...
Ring with pearl and old mine cut diamond up to 0.25ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with a pearl and a old mine cut diamond up to 0.25 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 8.5 - EU 18.5 (58) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wid...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Ring with sapphire and rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver 6.9 gr
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold and silver ring set with sapphire and rose-cut diamonds up to 1.00 ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description: The top of the ring is oval, 2...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold 7.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.00 ct – G/H - SI – 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.6 mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian 18k Gold and Silver Brooch with 1.10ct Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold with silver brooch set with rose diamonds up to 1.10ct - G/H - SI - size 2.2 cm x 5.1 cm detailed description: the size of the brooch is 2.2 cm long by 5.1 cm wide, brooc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.20ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.3 mm wide....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Medal Necklace Sapphire Diamond Vintage French Medal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Miraculous Medal Oval Chain Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond on Vintage Gold-Plated Chain Vintage French devotional necklace featuring an oval Virgin Mary medal set with blue sapphires and a diamond, paired with a smaller original French vintage medal, suspended from an aged gold-plated chain with natural dark patina. This necklace is composed of a vintage gold-plated brass chain that has darkened naturally with age and wear, giving the piece depth and historical character. Suspended from the chain are two French devotional medals, one larger oval Marian medal with gemstone settings and one smaller original vintage French medal...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, B...
1.34 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Style Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring has an Oval Cut Ruby that weighs 0.65 carats and 38 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.69 carats with a clarity and color of VS-H. The Ruby measures at 5 mm. The ring is cas...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a pearl and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.10 ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Ring with garnet and rose cut diamonds up to 1.60ct 14k gold 7.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with garnet and rose-cut diamonds up to 1.60 ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 7.5 – EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description: The top of the ring is a diamond shape,...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Early Victorian brooch with old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver brooch set with old mine cut and rose diamonds up to 1.20ct – G/H – SI Detailed description the size of the brooch is 3.7 cm wide by 3.7 cm high weight...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch with rose cut diamond up to 2.00 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.8 cm long and 3.4 cm wide Weight: 21....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
C1840 18K Early Victorian or Late Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Silver set diamond cluster ring with 18k gold band and a closed locket back which has possibly lost its crystal cover but is still in remarkably good condition. Each side of the gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian brooch with old mine and rose cut diamond up to 5.70ct 14k gold silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch set with old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds, up to 5.70 ct - H/H - SI - size 14.5 x 14.5 x 1.5 cm. 8.4 cm x 5.4 cm Detailed description: Th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Unheated Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique, Unique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Natural Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring Untreated, unheated (No clarity enhancement/ No heat enhancement) Burmese 0.94 carats Ruby (Mogo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Necklace and pendant set with rose cut diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver entourage pendant with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide siz...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50 ct – G/H – SI – 3.7 grams Detailed description: The brooch measures 2.3 cm wide by 2.8 cm h...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Gold with silver pendant with rose diamonds up to 0.70ct - 3.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Gold with silver pendant with rose diamonds up to 0.70ct - G/H - SI - size 3.3 cm x 1.6 cm detailed description: the size of the pendant is 3.3 cm long by 1.6 cm wide weight 3.4 g...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Classic Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 7.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: white a...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
RIng with opal, ruby and rose cut diamonds up to 0.10ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver ring set with a central opal surrounded by a ruby and rose-cut diamond up to 0.10ct – G/H - SI – ring size US 8 – EU 18.25 (57) Detailed description: T...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$470Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage style Rose cut Diamond Sterling silver ruby emerald Pearl Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Victorian Natural Red Coral Gold Filled Twist Back Earrings
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Sweet Victorian natural red coral drop earrings with Gold Filled twist backs. The coral is natural red coral, and the earrings dates back to the Victorian Era, 1880's. These...
Coral, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled
Antique Carved Crucifix Natural Burma Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Personally precious this 23.48 carat natural Burma blue sapphire diamond, gold, and platinum pendant necklace, featuring a carved antique crucifix in the body of the gemstone, exudes...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Imperial Topaz & Pearl Gold Ring Certified Untreated, London, 1843 Size 10.5
Located in Northampton, MA
This vivid pink imperial topaz ring -hand-crafted in England over 180 years ago- is one of the rarest and most unapologetically regal rings you will ever encounter. A size 10.5 ring, it was originally created for a man. But could of course be worn by anyone today. In the era this ring was created, men wore pearls. And no man would feel uncomfortable wearing a flashy pink gemstone because there is absolutely no other gemstone that looks like this. Topaz is a common gemstone and is typically white. It is irradiated to achieve its popular blue and pink colors. But naturally pink topaz is not common. It is in fact exceedingly rare, considerably rarer than diamonds. And this particular natural pink topaz gem is vividly saturated. It flashes purple. Having reviewed images of the pink imperial topaz necklace and earrings King Charles presented his wife, Queen Camilla...
Natural Pearl, Topaz, Pearl, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Guilloche Ruby Enamel, Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapel Watch
Located in New York, NY
This elegant antique lapel was realized in France, circa 1860. It features a circular pendant composed of 18kt yellow gold with crescent moon and star inlaid in starburst guilloche r...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl, old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with a pearl, old mine and rose-cut diamonds, totaling 3.00 ct – G/H - SI - 45 cm Detailed description The necklace is 60 cm long and 1.6 ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.35ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring with rose-cut diamond up to 0.35ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description The top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide and 1.0 cm high. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. up to 1.00 ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
A tremendously good antique riviere necklace. Early Victorian era this beautiful antique riviere necklace borrows much of its design elements from the...
Sterling Silver
ALGT Certified 1.37 carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond 18 kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Exclusive handmade ring in 18 kt yellow gold set with oval mixed cut paraiba tourmaline of 1.37 carats and decorated with 16 pieces of brilliant and baguette cut diamonds. Total diam...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Brooch with 0.25ct Rose Cut Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch set with rose diamonds up to 0.25ct - G/H - SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is approximately 4.1 cm by 2.7 cm wide weight: 7.3 grams set wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Fleur De Lis Pendant Necklace Enamel Seed Pearl 14K Original 1850's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1850's Victorian Pearl Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace Features Genuine Natural Seed Pearls 100% Natural Pearls Hand Painted Enamel Gorg...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18ct Gold French Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond, Enamel & Pearl Brooch/Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Brooch/Pendant 18ct Gold French Circa 1850 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this stunning Early Victorian-era brooch, meticulously crafted to showc...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with rose diamond up to 0.50ct 7.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with rose diamond up to 0.50ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the size of the brooch is 4.7 cm long by 2.1 cm wide weight 7.1 grams set...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver necklace with pendant set with a rose-cut diamond 0.50 ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace with pendant set with a rose-cut diamond 0.50 ct - H/I - SI - 38 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 38 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. The pendant measures 2.0 ...
Diamond, Silver
Victorian brooch with pearls and old mine cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold and silver brooch set with pearls and old mine-cut diamonds up to 1.20 ct - G/H – VS/SI Detailed description: The brooch is 2.5 cm wide Weight: 5.5 grams Set w...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian brooch with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with stone pearls and rose diamond up to 0.20 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 4.7 cm long and 2.6 cm wide Weight: 8...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 1.50 ct – G/H - SI – 60 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 60 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.60 ct – G/H - SI Detailed description The pendant is 3.1 cm high and 2.3 cm wide Total wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Set of 14k gold cufflinks and collar buttons with white enamel, pearl and onyx
Located in The Hague, ZH
Set of 14k yellow gold cuff and collar buttons decorated with white enamel, pearl and onyx detailed description: the front of the cufflink is 1.7 cm by 1.0 cm the front of the col...
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Necklace and pedant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and a gold and silver pendant set with a 1.00 ct rose-cut diamond – G/H - SI - 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver