Victorian Old European Diamond
Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Chain Bracelets
Diamond
Early 20th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
2010s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 1860s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique 1870s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Engagement Rings
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
Antique 1870s European Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century European Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cufflinks
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s European Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1860s European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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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.
- What is an old European diamond?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An old European diamond is one that features an Old European gemstone cut. This type of cut became popular during the Art Deco period and has a round shape with 58 central facets. You'll find a variety of European cut diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How old an old European-cut diamond is varies. The old European cut is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the 19th century, hence the name. It is best to consult a certified appraiser for assistance with dating and identifying antique jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a variety of European-cut diamond jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, old European cut diamonds can be worth more than many other cut diamonds as they are not produced anymore. This cut was developed and popularized between the years 1890 and 1930 and is likely to be found in an antique ring belonging to this period and featuring a round-cut diamond.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although old European cut diamonds are often priced lower than modern cuts, due to scarcity, they can sometimes be more valuable than modern cut diamonds.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jewelry makers stopped using the old European cut for diamond and other gemstone jewelry around 1930. The style was common during the Art Deco period, but the brilliant cut became popular in the years that followed. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Old European cut diamond gemstone jewelry.
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