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Antique 19th Century Garnet and Gold Necklace, Netherlands
Antique 19th Century Garnet and Gold Necklace, Netherlands

Antique 19th Century Garnet and Gold Necklace, Netherlands

Located in Rotterdam, NL

hand. Despite the hollow clasp it is still very strong and firm. The garnet beads are faceted and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Gold Seven-Strand Red Coral Necklace, Circa 1880
Antique 14K Gold Seven-Strand Red Coral Necklace, Circa 1880

Antique 14K Gold Seven-Strand Red Coral Necklace, Circa 1880

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Mediterranean red coral beads, identified as Corallium rubrum, each carefully shaped in a softly rounded barrel

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

OLD Antique Pearl Diamond Emerald and Silver Upon Gold Bracelet
OLD Antique Pearl Diamond Emerald and Silver Upon Gold Bracelet

OLD Antique Pearl Diamond Emerald and Silver Upon Gold Bracelet

By GEM PLAZA

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

Magnificent Antique Pearl Diamond Emerald and Silver Upon Gold Bracelet Pearl 118.41 Carat Emerald 14.67 Carat Diamond 2.84 Carat Gold 0.61 gm silver 8.77 gm Custom Services R...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace

Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

Rosalie Necklace. The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

Luna Necklace. During the Victorian Era, young American adults often spent a year abroad studying

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold
Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

. The domed crystal is set in a beautiful 18 Karat Gold bezel with exquisite Victorian beaded decoration

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Beaded Decorated Drop Earrings
Victorian Gold Beaded Decorated Drop Earrings

Victorian Gold Beaded Decorated Drop Earrings

Located in Greenwich, CT

These Etruscan style Victorian 15 karat gold earrings are enchanting with their finely granulated

Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

English Victorian Framed Floral Beaded and Wool Work Embroidery
English Victorian Framed Floral Beaded and Wool Work Embroidery

English Victorian Framed Floral Beaded and Wool Work Embroidery

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian floral needlepoint embroidery with raised beaded accents with an arched top

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Beads

Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Carved & Beaded Multi Strand Coral Necklace
Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Carved & Beaded Multi Strand Coral Necklace

Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Carved & Beaded Multi Strand Coral Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Victorian necklace features two graceful strands of natural coral beads in softly

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings
Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings

Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings

By Rossella Ugolini

Located in Rome, IT

Victorian Style a pair of earrings Handcrafted in burnished 18K white gold and hand-glazed in a

Category

2010s Italian Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Enamel

Victorian Bronze Necklace with Beads, Abstract Design, 1960s
Victorian Bronze Necklace with Beads, Abstract Design, 1960s

Victorian Bronze Necklace with Beads, Abstract Design, 1960s

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful vintage necklace made of bronze and beads ( unknown texture of beads).

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Victorian necklace with coral beads necklace 40 cm long 84.9 grams 14k gold
Victorian necklace with coral beads necklace 40 cm long 84.9 grams 14k gold

Victorian necklace with coral beads necklace 40 cm long 84.9 grams 14k gold

Located in The Hague, ZH

14k yellow gold clasp set with a coral on a 9-strand coral bead necklace – 84.9 grams – 40 cm long

Category

Antique 1870s Dutch High Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant

Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An antique French Victorian cross pendant created with natural coral cabochon bead stones. This

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian Wicker Ornate Two Tier Beaded Magazine Rack
Victorian Wicker Ornate Two Tier Beaded Magazine Rack

Victorian Wicker Ornate Two Tier Beaded Magazine Rack

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Rare two tier beaded High Victorian Magazine rack with curlicues, pinwheel sides and woven ball

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Wicker

Early 20th C. French Victorian Style Burl and Beaded Ottomans, a Pair
Early 20th C. French Victorian Style Burl and Beaded Ottomans, a Pair

Early 20th C. French Victorian Style Burl and Beaded Ottomans, a Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a lovely pair of early 20th century French Victorian style burl walnut and beaded ottomans

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Burl, Beads

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Hand-Painted Porcelain Mythical Bar Brooch
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Hand-Painted Porcelain Mythical Bar Brooch

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Hand-Painted Porcelain Mythical Bar Brooch

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning Gold Victorian Bar Pin with wonderful hand-painted porcelain Mythical Depictions on each

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Australian Opal Bead Bar Pin Brooch
Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Australian Opal Bead Bar Pin Brooch

Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Australian Opal Bead Bar Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

(not including the pin) Clasp: Pin w/ rotating Closure Condition: Vintage Victorian Revival. Shows some

Category

20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Etruscan Solid Gold Diamond Wire Bead Flared Dangle Earrings
Antique Victorian Etruscan Solid Gold Diamond Wire Bead Flared Dangle Earrings

Antique Victorian Etruscan Solid Gold Diamond Wire Bead Flared Dangle Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Burnish Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.02ctw (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.8 Grams Backing: Posts ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Earring with Diamonds Emerald Beads and Pearl in Gold
Victorian Style Earring with Diamonds Emerald Beads and Pearl in Gold

Victorian Style Earring with Diamonds Emerald Beads and Pearl in Gold

Located in Jaipur, IN

A Victorian style earring pair with diamonds, Emerald beads and a drop shape pearl hanging. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Solid Rosy Yellow Gold Opal Beaded Work 3 Stone Ring
Antique Victorian Solid Rosy Yellow Gold Opal Beaded Work 3 Stone Ring

Antique Victorian Solid Rosy Yellow Gold Opal Beaded Work 3 Stone Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Opals - Oval Cabochon Cut - Multi Prong Set - White Base w/ Nice Play Of Colors - Range From 5.9x4.3mm to 6.1x4.2mm (approx.) Material: Solid 10k R...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Table Lamp in Bronze with Glass Disks and Bead Details
Victorian Table Lamp in Bronze with Glass Disks and Bead Details

Victorian Table Lamp in Bronze with Glass Disks and Bead Details

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful Victorian Bronze table lamp in the style of Tiffany. The lamp base is beautifully

Category

20th Century Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Victorian 14k Diamond Bangle
Victorian 14k Diamond Bangle

Victorian 14k Diamond Bangle

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous diamond bangle bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Coral Bud Earrings
Victorian Coral Bud Earrings

Victorian Coral Bud Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Coral Bud Earrings from the late 19th Century. Carved genuine coral shaped as apples, set

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Late Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

English Victorian Silver Plate Tray
English Victorian Silver Plate Tray

English Victorian Silver Plate Tray

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian round silver-plate tray with a beaded edge and a floral and scroll etched surface

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Tableware

American Victorian Man with Beard Portrait
American Victorian Man with Beard Portrait

American Victorian Man with Beard Portrait

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian oil painting portrait of man with beard and red tie in gold beaded frame.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl Pendant Brooch
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl Pendant Brooch

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl Pendant Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This antique Victorian pendant brooch is crafted in yellow gold and features an intricate openwork

Category

20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Coral Bead Pendant Necklace
Antique Gold Coral Bead Pendant Necklace

Antique Gold Coral Bead Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The oval pendant set with polished pale orange coral buttons suspended from a decorative yellow gold fancy link chain set at intervals with ten smaller clusters of similar pale orang...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold

Victorian 14k Pearl Hoop Earrings
Victorian 14k Pearl Hoop Earrings

Victorian 14k Pearl Hoop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

Absolutely fantastic and unusual gold and pearl hoop earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings
Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings

Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings from the late 19th Century. Modern, timeless and elegant with large

Category

Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Cubic Zirconia Filigree & Bead Work Pendant Necklace
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Cubic Zirconia Filigree & Bead Work Pendant Necklace

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Cubic Zirconia Filigree & Bead Work Pendant Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

: 16.45mm (0.64") Thickness: 4.60mm (including the stone) Condition: Antique Victorian era pendant in

Category

Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings
Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings

Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings

Located in Riverdale, NY

Lovely Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings from the 19th Century with screw back fittings

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Late Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate

Marina J. Adjustable Draped Pearl Choker with Faceted Silver Beads
Marina J. Adjustable Draped Pearl Choker with Faceted Silver Beads

Marina J. Adjustable Draped Pearl Choker with Faceted Silver Beads

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

combines a contemporary feel with old world Victorian influence. The Faceted Silver beads shine with every

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

Victorian 12k Diamond Foliage-Motif Dangle Earrings
Victorian 12k Diamond Foliage-Motif Dangle Earrings

Victorian 12k Diamond Foliage-Motif Dangle Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A darling pair of earrings from the Victorian (ca1810s) era! Crafted in 12k yellow gold, each

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k Pearl Drop Earrings
Victorian 14k Pearl Drop Earrings

Victorian 14k Pearl Drop Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

Lovely drop pearl earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, each

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Bracelet
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Bracelet

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Bracelet Details: Material: 18k yellow Gold, seed pearls

Category

20th Century Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Era Wooden Bead Centerpiece Bowl Czechoslovakian Art Craft Studio
Victorian Era Wooden Bead Centerpiece Bowl Czechoslovakian Art Craft Studio

Victorian Era Wooden Bead Centerpiece Bowl Czechoslovakian Art Craft Studio

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Mesmerizing design, great table prop or functional decor, signed to bottom, Made in Czechoslovakia. Measures: Bowl only diameter 10.25 x height 3.25 in.

Category

Vintage 1910s Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Victorian Style Pearl Hoop Earrings
Victorian Style Pearl Hoop Earrings

Victorian Style Pearl Hoop Earrings

Located in Riverdale, NY

Victorian Style 14k gold Pearl Hoop Earrings from the 1950's. These feature clip back fittings with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

American Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece
American Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece

American Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian silver plate round scalloped shaped bowl with beaded top rim.  

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch
Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch

Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch with a surround of half pearls. A finely painted

Category

Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Victorian 14k Jet & Pearl Locket Pendant Necklace
Victorian 14k Jet & Pearl Locket Pendant Necklace

Victorian 14k Jet & Pearl Locket Pendant Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k rosy gold, the "chain" of this necklace is comprised of alternating

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS
VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS

VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London This stunning antique cast iron garden urn is a timeless statement piece, ideal for enhancing traditional gardens, courtyards, or entranceways. Finished in an...

Category

20th Century British Urns

Materials

Iron

Victorian Carved Natural Coral Dangling Earrings
Victorian Carved Natural Coral Dangling Earrings

Victorian Carved Natural Coral Dangling Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A wonderful pair of hanging coral earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl & Turquoise Bow Necklace
Antique Victorian Pearl & Turquoise Bow Necklace

Antique Victorian Pearl & Turquoise Bow Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 15k yellow gold with Turquoise and pearls. Circa late 1800s 15 inches long

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Wonderful Victorian Coral Coiled Snake Bracelet
Wonderful Victorian Coral Coiled Snake Bracelet

Wonderful Victorian Coral Coiled Snake Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinary Victorian snake bracelet of genuine coral beads wired on a coiled metal core capped

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian More Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Pinchbeck

Pave Diamond Bead Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Earring Victorian Style.
Pave Diamond Bead Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Earring Victorian Style.

Pave Diamond Bead Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Earring Victorian Style.

Located in Chicago, IL

Pave Diamond Bead Earring 14k Gold&925 Silver Diamond Earring Victorian Style. Base Metal Sterling

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Diamond Floral-Motif Ring
Victorian 14k Diamond Floral-Motif Ring

Victorian 14k Diamond Floral-Motif Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A lovely diamond ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow, rose, and greenn

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k Turquoise Nugget Chain Necklace
Victorian 14k Turquoise Nugget Chain Necklace

Victorian 14k Turquoise Nugget Chain Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

A wonderful turquoise necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k Etruscan Enamel & Pearl Pin/Pendant
Victorian 14k Etruscan Enamel & Pearl Pin/Pendant

Victorian 14k Etruscan Enamel & Pearl Pin/Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in rosy 14k gold, the top of this

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

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Victorian Beads For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of victorian beads for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and yellow gold. Our selection of items includes 768 vintage examples as well as 123 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of victorian beads includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and artisan styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Karen Sugarman Designs, Marina J. and J DAUPHIN are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 344 pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many bead, round cut and cabochon victorian beads for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of victorian beads, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Victorian Beads?

Prices for victorian beads can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $40 and can go as high as $172,182, while victorian beads, on average, fetch $2,204.

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.