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
$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
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...
Art Deco 0.5 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Black Onyx Brooch Pin
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a excellent example of an Art Deco era brooch! This genuine 1920's brooch features a brilliant 0.5 Carat Old European cut diamond...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
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
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
Antique Edwardian European Cut Diamond Platinum Foliate Filigree Metal Bar Pin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Antique Victorian / Edwardian, 1910-1915, fine platinum diamond filigree bar pin. Center Old European cut diamond (approximately .17 Ct) illusion setting in an open foliate filigree ...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,681
W 0.47 in L 1.5 in
Antique Old Cut Diamond Branch Brooch Silver Gold Buts Leaf Shape Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Old Cut Diamond antique brooch, France, circa 1890s Oxidized silver, yellow gold, old-cut diamonds brooch weight - 4 grams brooch measurement...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14 Karat Pietra Dura Earrings, circa 1875
Located in Toronto, ON
Pair of Antique 14K Pietra Dura Earrings, C.1875. Each of oval form, bezel set oval pietra dura floral white, green orange inlay colours, the surr...
Jay Strongwater Gingerbread Man Enamel and Crystal Post Earrings in Gold
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Milford, DE
A festive pair of post-back earrings each featuring a gingerbread man enameled with holiday-themed colors and accented with cyan and ruby crystals. Set...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Gold, Enamel
Harry Winston Tryst 0.80ct F-VS1-3Ex Diamond Engagement Ring in Pt950 – US 3 3/4
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No: 30801105 ■Brand: HARRY WINSTON ■Name: Tryst, Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring ■Material: 1P Main Diamond (D0.80ct F-VS1-3Ex), 4P Side Diamonds, PT950 Platinum ■ Accessories: ・Harry Winston Box...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Victorian old cut diamond tiara. This exquisite, handmade Victorian yellow gold and silver diamond tiara is comprised of a central foliate design, vertically set with round old cut diamonds and a cascade of old cut diamond set openwork floral motif scrolls. The tiara can be converted into a necklet with a detachable necklace...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Pin
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum pin centers a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 1.42ct. and is graded H color with SI3 clarity. The pin is set with dazzling old mine cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, Platinum
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