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 4.16ct Old Mine Cushion Cut Georgian Revival Diamond Earrings
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: 4.16ct Old Mine Cushion Cut Georgian Revival Diamond Earrings Description: A pair of Georgian Revival old cut diamond earrings by Hancocks. Each handcrafted ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, 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
Antique 6 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large 14k gold earrings in floral designe with an estimate old mine cut diamond weight of 6 carats H color white excellent spark earrings lenght 2cm ( item located in califor...
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined and elegant pair of diamond drop earrings, featuring two exceptionally well-matched GIA certified Old Mine Brilliant cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 4.01 carats. E...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$80,253 / 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
Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Victorian earrings from the 1890’s showcase two old mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carats in I color and SI clarity, each highlighted by a smaller old mine cut d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880 - 1890 Silver top Gold Backed Cluster Earrings, measuring just under 1/2 inch in diameter and set with Old Mine cut Diamonds totaling approximately 1.40 carats, having lev...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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
Art Deco 22.00 Ct Natural Emerald Old Mine Diamond 18 Kt Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find A good pair of authentic Art Deco earrings dating 1925 ca. They have beautiful design simply made out by the Emeralds alone and Diamond link connecting...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14.44 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white and rose gold with two bezel set Old European cut Diamonds. One weighing 7.37 carats and the other weighing 7.07 carats. M-N color, VS1-SI1 clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings in White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Elegant pair of ear hanger in white gold 750. Beautifully set in four double prongs with two blue sapphires totaling 12.50 ct. Further set with two pear shape diamonds and two cushio...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings. These gorgeous pair of earrings are crafted in platinum and 18k white gold clip backs. The earrings ha...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
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
GIA Certified 8.64 Carats Total Old Mine Cut Diamond Antique Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An unique and beautiful pair of drop earrings showcasing 8.64 carats total, old mine cut diamonds certified by GIA as H-J Color and SI2-I1 in Clarity. Hand-crafted and set in an intr...
Diamond, Platinum
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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