Upcycled Victorian Spider Petticoat, Studio VL
By Studio VL, Leslie Chin x Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Upcycled Victorian Spider Petticoat by Studio VL. Victorian cotton batiste petticoat inserted with
Upcycled Victorian Spider Petticoat, Studio VL
By Studio VL, Leslie Chin x Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Upcycled Victorian Spider Petticoat by Studio VL. Victorian cotton batiste petticoat inserted with
$2,995
H 29 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
19th Century Spider Legs Maple Table & Leather Top Chess Board and Pieces Set
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th century victorian Spider Legs Maple Table and Leather Top Chess Board and Pieces Set in good
Leather, Wood, Maple
Victorian Pearl and Blue Colored Glass Yellow Gold Spider Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
(Sheffield rose). The Victorian spider brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,689
W 1.08 in L 1.04 in
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Spider Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
this Victorian spider pendant, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and artistry. This magnificent
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian "Bird" Spider Print
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian "Bird" Spider print mounted on a lovely faux marble paper ground showing large spider
Wood, Paper
Victorian 14K Gold Natural Pearl and Emerald Spider Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
A Victorian 14k rose gold rose-cut diamond spider pin, set with a single rectangular shape emerald
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Upcycled Victorian Linen Spider Bolero, Studio VL
By Leslie Chin x Studio VL, Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Upcycled Victorian Linen Spider Bolero by Studio VL. We have hand embroidered a series of tiny
$1,694 / set
L 0.79 in
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
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Enamel
Persian Turquoise Spider and Fly Insect Bug Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Victorian - Edwardian Spider Web and Fly Pendant
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,500
H 39 in W 15 in D 13.5 in
Incredibly Rare Childs Ornate Victorian Youth High Chair with Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Victorian Youth high chair has a spider woven back, cane seat and interlocking wicker circles
Wicker
$1,800
H 36 in W 21 in D 33 in
Victorian Wicker Rocker with Interlocking Circle Arms and Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Victorian ladies rocker matches the youth chair we have also listed. The arms and back are
Wicker
Antique Diamond and Sapphire Spider Stickpin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Striking Antique Diamond and Sapphire Spider Stickpin from the turn of the 20th Century
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Black Tahitian Pearl Tarantula Spider Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal Victorian revival brooch pin. The large spider is laced with a cluster of sparkling
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Sapphire Spider Brooch of Platinum & 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique brooch (circa 1890–1900) features a finely detailed spider poised on a platinum topped
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,500
W 0.9 in L 1.4 in
Antique Amethyst Garnet Spider Insect Brooch Bernhard Hertz Denmark Circa 1890
By Bernhard Hertz
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a wonderful antique Victorian Amethyst, Garnet and Pearl Spider or Insect Beetle Bug
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Silver
$556Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.5 in W 10.5 in
Fine Antique British Botanical Painting Fish Tail Plant and Spider Lily Plant
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
part of an album of works assembled by the artist during the early 1900's. During the Victorian and
Watercolor
Antique Victorian Spider Brooch Citrine Silver Dated 1882
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A fascinating Antique Victorian Brooch in the shape of a Spider, made from Silver and adorned with
Citrine, Silver
Antique Victorian Spider Brooch 9 Carat Gold Aquamarine, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
brooch is Victorian Circa 1900. Spider or insect jewellery is highly collectable and was once a symbol
Aquamarine, Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.97 in W 0.36 in D 0.24 in
Antique Victorian Opal 15 Carat Gold Boxed circa 1900 Spider Pin
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A delicately crafted antique Victorian spider pin modelled in 15ct Yellow Gold with a beautiful
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Ruby Spider Brooch Cushion Cut Sapphire
Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB
An exceptional example of a Spider brooch. The focal point of the piece is the large cushion cut
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Blue Paste Spider Pendant 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A lovely antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold pendant depicting a spider with long arched legs crowned
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
German Biology Chart of Spiders by Schroder Und Kull, 1910
By Schröder und Kull
Located in North Hollywood, CA
century. Ours is a fantastic depiction of a spider closing in on its' captured prey. The borders
Wood, Paper
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in L 3.01 in
Antique 9ct Gold Large Amethyst Pearl Spider Bug Brooch Pin c1860 Heavy 6.4g 375
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD AMETHYST AND PEARL SPIDER BAR BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Heavy Rosey
Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian Pearl Spider Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fun Victorian spider ring. The spider features a pearl back and a lovely textured
Pearl, Gold
Victorian Pearl Spider Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fun Victorian spider ring. The spider features a pearl back and a lovely textured
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Silver and Paste Spider Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique late Victorian spider brooch in sterling silver and paste. Love them or loathe
Victorian Cat's Eye Ruby and Diamond Spider Web Brooch
Located in London, GB
antique piece features a delicate spider web motif crafted in a combination of gold and silver. At the
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, Silver
Victorian Gold Filled Spider and Web Diamond Ruby Gold Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful gold filled Victorian locket with a spider and web motif. The spider is made up
Diamond, Ruby, Gold-filled
C1880 Austrian Bronze Realistic Tarantula Spider
Located in Baltimore, MD
A rare example of the remarkable talent behind the wonderful Austrian Bronze hand painted bronze miniature figurines which were made around the turn of the 20th century in foundries ...
Bronze
Antique Ruby and Diamond Spider Stickpin of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An exceptional antique stickpin featuring a 14k gold spider with a 0.25ct natural, untreated vivid
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique diamond, emerald, ruby and baroque pearl spider brooch pin
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond, emerald, ruby and baroque pearl spider brooch pin in 18 karat yellow gold and
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Spider-Shaped Opal Ruby and Diamond Brooch in Gold and Silver
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a spider, the body composed of an oval opal surmounted by a rose-cut diamond, the
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Retro 1940s Tarantula Spider Old Cut Pave Diamond Brooch Silver Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Retro old cut diamond tarantula spider brooch in silver and yellow gold, 1940s. This Victorian
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Ruby Spider Web Sun Brooch Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
This striking Antique Diamond and Ruby Spider Web Brooch is crafted in 18 karat gold and platinum
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Incy Wincy - 1960s 18ct Gold Tubogas Collar with 9ct Gold Aquamarine Spider
Located in Midhurst, GB
1960s 18ct gold articulated Tubogas collar with a Victorian 9ct gold and aquamarine spider. Story
Aquamarine, Gold
Antique Victorian Spider Ring 14K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Victorian Spider is 14K Yellow Gold and Silver and set with Mine cut Diamonds and Deep Blue Sapphires, 6
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Spider and the Fly Brooch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. The spider and the fly are common themes in Victorian jewelry as is the snake in all its forms. The
Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold
19th Century Regency Pedestal Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rustic round Victorian spider-leg breakfast table has three scalloped splayed feet. Perfect for
Wood
Victorian Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Spider Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A charming little locket made of 12k rose gold and decorated with a three-dimensional spider. It’s
Diamond, Tourmaline, Rose Gold
Victorian Amythest Crystal Spider Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian amythest crystal spider brooch of pear and round faceted stones forming the body and eyes
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Victorian “The Spider & The Fly” Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
“Will you walk into my parlour?” said the spider to the fly…. Literature enthusiasts will
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Carved Rock Quartz Crystal & Sapphire Spider Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible rock quartz crystal pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This wonderful piece is
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian Persian Turquoise Moonstone Pearl Spider and Fly Insect Pendant
Located in New York, NY
wings and eyes. The jewels are set in 10 Karat Gold. The spider and fly date to the Victorian period
Moonstone, Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold
Victorian Diamond Spider Brooch CA 1890 in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A spooky Victorian antique brooch circa 1880-90 featuring a leaf motif with a spider on one end
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Opal Diamond Spider Insect Pendant 14 Karat Gold Victorian Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique Victorian Opal and Diamond Spider Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The stunning
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 24 in W 17 in D 13 in
Victorian Child's Wicker Rocking Chair with Heart Shape Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A fine example of spider woven wicker, this early Victorian wicker chair is a charmer. It has a
Wicker
Austrian Bronze Spider
Located in Baltimore, MD
in very detailed and life like miniature figures. Our spider, approximately 1 inch square is amazing.
Bronze
Victorian Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Spider Ring Size 7 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
This classic Victorian ring showcases a crafty arachnid alighted with a satiny pearl at the center
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Gold Spider Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880-90s, 18k. This antique pendant features a small spider on the edge of a golden web
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of 12 Original Antique Prints of Spiders, 1861
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful set of 12 spider prints. Steel Engravings by Tuffen West with original color
Paper
Antique Opal Diamond Ruby Pearl Gold Platinum Spider Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique opal diamond ruby pearl gold and platinum spider brooch circa 1900. DETAILS: Antique gem
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Chalcedony Diamonds Emerald Rubies 9 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
A captivating tribute to Victorian-era naturalism, this "Retro-style" spider ring is a true
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Chalcedony, Silver, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 9k gold spider brooch, Amethyst and Pearl, large, boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
There are spider brooches and then there are SPIDER brooches, this beauty is definitely in the
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Web of Gold Turquoise and Pearl Spider and Fly Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
the spider and the fly. The spider's web is woven of 18k gold. A turquoise stone dots the center of
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Large Wood Victorian Style Mantel with Center Tablet
Located in New York, NY
Nicely made Victorian style mantel with spider web detail on the sides and center tablet. Larger in
Wood
Antique Sterling silver and Moonstone scorpion brooch, blue paste eyes
Located in NEWARK, GB
Victorian's began somewhat of an obsession with insect and arachnid themed jewels from scarabs to spiders
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Victorian Spider And Turtle Brooch
Located in London, GB
green enamel and pearl spider with cabochon cut ruby eyes, all in 18ct yellow gold and linked by an oval
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Spider
Located in San Francisco, CA
Decorative spider made of Victorian iron elements
Iron
Antique Victorian Spider Web Emerald Pendant 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This marvellous Victorian Spider Web pendant is, Circa 1900. The pendant is set in 18ct Yellow
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Spider Brooch 15 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Victorian Opal brooch is set in 15ct Yellow Gold, Circa 1900. The brooch is set with
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Spider Brooch 9 Carat Gold Amethyst, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
in Victorian history, a true collectors piece! Weighs 7.4 grams. Measures 76mm in length - Spider
Amethyst, Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Enamelled Spider Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A late Victorian spider brooch, finished in vitreous guilloche enamelling and set with diamonds and
White Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Spider Brooch Aquamarine Pearl, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
For more details please click continue reading down below... This wonderful Antique Victorian
Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Suffragette Gold Spider Brooch Pink Tourmaline
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous antique Victorian spider brooch is
Peridot, Tourmaline, 9k Gold
Reduced Spider Web Victorian Planter
Located in Scarsdale, NY
Gorgeous Victorian Planter. Rusted with old paint. Lots of life left in this sculptural planter
Wire
A Victorian Ruby Rose Diamond Spider Brooch
Located in London, GB
Naturalistically modelled as the Victorians loved to do, this spider is mounted with two good
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14kt. Victorian Engraved Gem Set Spider Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
wonderful rose gold spider earrings with cushion cut gem color sapphire and ruby bodies with rose
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Spider Fly Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous 9ct Yellow Gold Victorian Opal
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Spider Brooch 9 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This elegant 9ct Gold Victorian Opal and Tourmaline Spider brooch is Circa 1900. Insect or spider
Opal, Tourmaline, 9k Gold
Sold
H 2.25 in Dm 1.7 in
Victorian Silver Mounted 'Spiders Web' Porcelain Scent Bottle. S Mordan, 1887
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
An extremely rare Victorian silver mounted porcelain scent bottle of dished circular form
Silver
1850 Victorian Porcelain, Brass and Gilt Spiders Web Inkwell
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
A 1850 Victorian porcelain, brass and gilt spiders web inkwell in superb condition.It measures 6 by
Porcelain
Victorian 9ct Gold Green Rhinestone and Blue Topaz Spider Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
This pretty Victorian 9ct yellow gold gem set spider brooch dates from circa 1890 where it was hand
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Matrix Spider and Web Pendant Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cool antique Victorian pendant modelled as a spider on it's web. The spider is set with a
Pearl, Turquoise Matrix, 15k Gold
French Antique Alabaster Pedestal
Located in London, GB
French antique alabaster pedestal French, Late 19th Century Height 80cm, diameter 30.5cm Shaped in a Neoclassical style form, this superb pure white alabaster pedestal was manu...
Alabaster
$2,966 / set
H 14.18 in Dm 6.11 in
Contemporary Coral Collection Hand-Blown Glass Vase and Serving Stands Deco
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Coral Collection Set' Introducing the exquisite Coral Collection Set, a breathtaking ensemble of hand-blown glass artistry by the renowned Simone Crestani. This elegant set includes...
Glass
Rare Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Garden Planters
Located in Dublin, IE
A rare pair of 19th Century cast iron garden planters of rectangular form with canted corners, surmounted with beautiful foliate, scroll and stylised shell motifs. Raised over everte...
Iron
$4,107
H 25.4 in W 48.43 in D 43.71 in
STUNNiNG ANTIQUE VICTORIAN "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA WITH EBONISED FRAME
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian Aesthetic Movement “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch Please note the delivery fee listed is...
Velvet, Hardwood
$8,744Sale Price|20% Off
H 52.96 in W 65.75 in D 11.03 in
19th Century Victorian Rare Ashburton Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A superb, tall and elegant 19th century rare Victorian corbeled and panelled period fireplace in rich variated- fossilised soft Grey Ashburton marble. This rare and wonderful firepla...
Marble
Antique 1890s Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.83 carat diamond and pearl, 9 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine a...
Pearl, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
$10,775
Size: Equivalent French Size 36
A Coco Chanel (attributed to) Tuxedo Satin Skirt Couture Suit, Paris Circa 1933
By Chanel
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1933/1934 Paris France A reversible black and iridescent white satin silk Tuxedo skirt and jacket suit. Draped shawl collar, Pagoda wide cuffed sleeves. Sheath skirt with bia...
$16,949
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
$9,650 / set
H 29.5 in W 36 in D 23 in
Set of Mae Solid Wood Nightstands / End Tables with Leather Shelf
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae nightstands with shelf by Crump and Kwash This listing is for a pair of new nightstands. Features Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass p...
Brass
Antique Victorian Games Table Chess Backgammon 1840
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Elegant early Victorian games table with barley twist stretcher Rosewood games table with a chest board and back gammon inlaid foldover flap We date this piece to circa 1840 Very sol...
Rosewood
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Edwardian Ivory Light Weight Silk Haute Couture Blouse With Mother-Of-Pearl But
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Ivory Light Weight Silk Haute Couture Blouse With Mother-Of-Pearl Buttons From Paris
$1,879
H 1.19 in W 0.71 in
Antique 18ct Gold, Sapphire, Diamond and Demantoid Garnet Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately Late Victorian pendant in 18ct yellow gold, centred with a Sapphire, framed by an ornate fo...
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,155Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in
Madonna Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Madonna with Sleeping Child Follower of Giovan Battista Salvi known as 'il Sassoferrato' (1609 - 1685) Roman painter 18th century Oil on canvas Measurements: canvas 64 x 50 cm, in f...
Oil
Art Deco Slip Dress with Dangling Bell Flowers
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Silk Art Deco Slip Dress with Bell Flower motifs. Peachy pink and lavender silk are mixed in this charming bias slip dress with a pair of reversible silk bell flower motifs h...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
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.
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