Victorian Pearl Jewelry
Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Bangles
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s English Victorian More Necklaces
Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Bangles
Garnet, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Garnet, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s French Victorian Brooches
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Victorian Dangle Earrings
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Turquoise, Peridot, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Agate, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1890s French Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s British Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s Victorian Engagement Rings
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s American Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s American Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s American Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s French Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To be able to tell if jewelry is Victorian, a buyer can look for certain characteristics that have come to define these pieces, but it may be difficult given that no single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and snake jewels made during the Victorian era came in a vast array of styles. Romantic period jewelry featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. 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. The best way to tell if jewelry is Victorian is generally to work with an antiques appraiser or otherwise qualified professional in the jewelry industry. Shop a collection of antique Victorian jewelry from some of the world's top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Mikimoto pearl jewelry is marked with either ‘Mikimoto’ or their ‘M’ logo. The pearls used by Mikimoto are exceptional in quality, with lustrous, thick nacre, beautifully round shape and no color imperfections. Shop a wide range of professionally authenticated Mikimoto pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seed pearls are small pearls that get their name from their diminutive size. They’re sometimes used in jewelry today but were most popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern seed pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pearl jewelry can last for generations as long as it is properly cared for. Avoid letting your pearl jewelry come into contact with lotions, perfumes or hair products. Always handle it with clean hands and clean it gently with a soft cloth occasionally. Avoid wearing it with other necklaces that can scratch it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new pearl jewelry.
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