London jeweler Hancocks is renowned all over the world for its exemplary jewels. Founded in 1849, Hancocks has grown from being one of the most prominent jewelers of the 19th century to a prestigious family-run firm that is home to engagement rings, signet rings, three-stone rings and other adornments of choice for all kinds of jewelry lovers.
Hancocks was founded by Charles Frederick Hancock in the heart of London’s Mayfair district. Then known as Charles Hancock and Company, the firm earned a reputation for excellence in providing the finest quality jewelry, silver and gemstones, and quickly drew the attention of Britain’s upper class. Queen Victoria issued them a Royal Warrant in their first year of business — the first of four. Today, antique Victorian jewelry — including the exquisite Hancocks accessories of the era — is very coveted and highly collectible.
Ever since, Hancocks has had an impressive array of aristocratic clients and sold a large number of illustrious gems and jewels. Among the items that passed through Hancocks were the Hope Diamond, an Egyptian Revival gold and gem-set necklace gifted by Edward VII (then Prince of Wales) to his mistress, and Princess Margaret’s Cartier diamond rose brooch, which she wore to the 1953 coronation of her sister, Queen Elizabeth II, one of the most photographed women in history.
In 1851, Hancocks showed at their first major exhibition, The Great Exhibition, held in London’s Crystal Palace. Then in 1856, Queen Victoria commissioned the firm to design the Victoria Cross medal — the highest honor bestowed for gallantry in British military service. Hancocks exhibited several other important design fairs in the subsequent years, including the International Exhibition in 1862, the French Exposition Universelle in 1867 and the Vienna World’s Fair in 1873.
Charles Hancock retired from the business in the early 1870s and passed it to his two sons and company partners, Henri Dore and Horatio Stewart. From then on, the firm was known as Hancocks and Company. In later years, the name would change again to Hancocks.
Since being acquired by the Burton family in 1992, Hancocks continues its tradition of excellence from its store in London’s famed Burlington Arcade.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Hancocks rings, earrings and necklaces.
Hancocks 2.80ct Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and classic pair of diamond cluster earrings by Hancocks, each set to the centre with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond surrounded by six others, the diamonds weighing 2.80cts in total and all set in platinum claw settings...
White Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 3.63ct Diamond & Sapphire Floral Cluster Earrings
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: 3.63ct Diamond & Sapphire Floral Cluster Earrings Description: A pair of old cut diamond and sapphire cluster stud earrings by Hancocks. To the centre of eac...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Hancocks Contemporary 6.10ct Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings In Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A pair of old cut diamond drop earrings by Hancocks. These earrings are designed as a single long line of old European cut diamonds, each in platinum claw set mount with articulation...
White Diamond, Platinum
Amy Burton Diamond and 18ct White Gold 'Covalent' Earrings Geometric Articulated
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of diamond-set Covalent drop earrings by Amy Burton, the earrings of striking three dimensional geometric design each composed of thirteen spheres set with a round brilliant-cut diamond and linked by finely articulated narrow bars...
Diamond, White Gold
4ct Natural Sapphire Diamonds Cluster Earrings 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Halo Cluster Natural sapphire & Diamonds classic cocktail Stud earrings 3ct total weight sapphires Oval, full cut brilliants. Each s...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$47,996Sale Price|20% Off
L 19 in
29.5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond "V" Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
With almost 30 carats of near colorless diamonds, this beautiful diamond necklace sparkles from a mile away. This necklace consists of 3 rows of approximately 495 diamonds and is set...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Daisy Cluster Earrings, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Late Deco period, these wonderful daisy cluster earrings centre around a pair of old cut sapphires. Rub over set, each sapphire weighs 0.25 carat and are haloed with 0....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a refined pair of drop earrings, expertly crafted from a blend of platinum and 18ct yellow gold. These antique earrings showcase a vertical arrangement of round faceted ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$79,572 / set
L 2.96 in
Fairies Earrings in 18ct White Gold with 8.95ct White Diamonds Sybarite Jewell
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Discover Sybarite’s Fairies Earrings in white gold with 8.95ct diamonds. A magical tribute to day, night, and the multifaceted beauty of femininity. Sybarite "Fairies" Dangle Earring...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Timeless Old European Diamond Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of old European diamonds weighing 3.02 K color and VS2 clarity and 3.04 K color VVS2 clarity with GIA reports are suspended from 2 old European diamonds weighing total appr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Black Opal and Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
This fabulous antique brooch, masterfully designed with elegant Art Nouveau accents, features a wonderful black opal cabouchon measuring 20 x 17mm, rub-over set in the centre in an 1...
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...
Harry Winston 1.77ct E-VVS2 Emerald Cut Classic Diamond Ring in Platinum – US 4
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No: 21390501 ■Brand: HARRY WINSTON ■Name: Emerald Cut Classic Ring ■Material: 1P emerald cut diamond (1.77ct E-VVS2), 2P tapered baguette cut diamond, PT950 platinum ■Weight: 4.4g (Approx) ■Ring size: EU: 47 / USA: 4 (Approx) ■Width: 2.38mm / 0.09inch (Approx) ■Main stone size: 7.85 × 5.93 × 4.09mm / 0.31 × 0.23 × 0.16inch ■ Comes with: ・Harry Winston box...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold, 1920s Diamond & Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 18ct White Gold Circa 1920s Step into elegance with this stunning pair of 18ct white gold 1920s drop earrings, a true statement piece perfect for any specia...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Floral Stud Earrings
Located in Webster, NY
Flower cluster diamond stud earrings made in 14k white gold. Gemstone: Earth Minded Diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately .65CTW...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Brooch
By Elwood Van Clief
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cluster Brooch A cluster of fine marquise and pear shaped diamonds set in platinum Diamonds total approximate weight: 26.48ct Made by...
Diamond, Platinum
$52,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage 4.35 TDW Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined pair of vintage diamond drop earrings crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing a total diamond weight of approximately 4.35 carats. These elegant earrings feature a classic tw...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.75 in L 0.87 in
Unique 41.78 Carat of Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings Each Stone 21.24ct & 20.54ct
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Unique pair of one of the World's largest Cushion cut diamond earrings - 21.24 carats & 20.54 carats by Hancocks. The exceptional pair of cushion cut diamonds are both K colour and V...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Classic 1.23 and 1.15 Carat Old European Diamond Earrings by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Classic pair of round Old European cut diamond earrings, each set with a round Old European brilliant cut diamond one weighing 1.23ct and of K colour and SI1 clarity the other weighi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
1.23ct K SI1 and 1.15 Carat K VS2 Old European Cut Diamond Ear Studs by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Beautiful matched pair of old European cut diamond earrings by Hancocks, each earring set with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond, one weighing 1.23cts and of K c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal