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.
1.45ct Old Asscher Cut Fancy Colour Diamond Set Ring In 18ct Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: 1.45ct Old Asscher Cut Fancy Colour Diamond Set Ring In 18ct Gold Description: A old cut cognac coloured diamond and 18ct rose gold set ring by Hancocks. The...
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Hancocks French Cut Diamond "North/South" Eternity Ring Engraved Rose Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning French-cut diamond and rose gold eternity ring by Hancocks, the ring three quarter set with beautiful rectangular French cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.50cts and of G colour and VS clarity set vertically within a finely crafted and ornately hand engraved channel...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Hancocks French-Cut Diamond "East/West" Eternity Ring Finely Engraved Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning French-cut diamond and platinum eternity ring by Hancocks, the ring three quarter set with beautiful rectangular French cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.92cts and of G c...
White Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks French-Cut Diamond "East/West" Eternity Ring Finely Engraved Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful French-cut diamond and yellow gold eternity ring by Hancocks, the ring three quarter set with beautiful rectangular F...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Hancocks 1.83ct Colombian Emerald Ring in 18ct Gold Baguette Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred on a lovely rich and deeply saturated emerald-cut Colombian emerald weighing 1.83cts rub over set in 18ct yellow gold betwee...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Hancocks Contemporary French Cut Diamond and Sapphire Eternity Ring in Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and elegant French-cut diamond and sapphire eternity ring by Hancocks, set alternatively with one rectangular French cut diamond followed by two square French cut sapphir...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Asscher Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Wailea, HI
21 Yellow Asscher Cut Diamonds in 18k yellow gold ring 4.86 Carat total weight Approximate Clarity VVS-VS Ring Size 6.5
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,591Sale Price|20% Off
1.83ct Pear & Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This handmade 1.83 carat Pear and Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 karat white gold stands as one of the collection's most compelling performers — and the numbers reflect ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds 2.56 Carat East West Diamond Eternity Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Eat-West Eternity Band crafted in Platinum, featuring 14 oval cut diamonds weighing 2.62 carats total, D-E color, VVS-VS clarit...
Diamond, Platinum
6.54 Carat East West Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Classic Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Horizontally Set featuring 13 Stones weighing a Total of 6.54 Carats. Diamonds are of F color and VS Clarity. Set in Platinum. Size 7
Diamond, Platinum
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Natural French Cut Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant vintage inspired eternity band, beautifully designed to capture the chic style of the Art Deco era! The setting features rich French-cut blue natural sapphires meticulously bezel set. The 14K white gold setting contrasts beautifully with the sapphires. Sapphires are all richly saturated, beautifully vibrant and all natural, earth mined stones. The setting is crafted in solid 14k white gold. The ring is only available in the size of 6.5 fingers. Due to the channel setting and detail etched into this eternal band...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum East, West Style Baguette Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Expertly crafted in noble platinum this timeless baguette cut diamond eternity band is a perfect addition to an existing engagement ring, for wearing alone and also looks fantastic s...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Filigree Engraved Platinum Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Diamond Wedding Band Ring. Securely Hand set with Diamonds weighing approx. 0.30tcw. Hand crafted Platinum mounting with Filigree Engraving. Measuring approx. 0.92”...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,500 / item
3ct Knot Emerald Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Akin to the visage when one gazes into the depths off the Pacific Ocean. Considering our grandma´s time in Shanghai, the jewels, the glamorous parties and how she was influenced by t...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Blue Sapphire Eternity Band in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
This unique eternity band is set with white diamonds and beautiful blue sapphire baguettes. The extremely well hand crafted platinum mounting has white diamonds weighing 1.81 carat w...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Oval Shaped Emerald and Diamond Horizontally East West Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring features 9 Fine Oval Shaped Emeralds weighing 6.18 Carats with 1 Oval Diamond weighing 0.71 Carat that can be worn Diamond side up or down. Set in Platinum. Finge...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$4,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
East-West Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum, 2.10 Carats
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet distinctive, this East-West emerald cut diamond eternity band is a refined take on everyday luxury. Set in premium platinum, the ring showcases 2.10 carats total of slee...
Diamond, Platinum
$8,555 / item
2ct Emerald Cut Engagement Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Making a bold yet refined statement, the 2ct Forget Me Knot Emerald Ring with Petals is crafted in 18ct yellow gold, its vibrant emerald held within Ohliguer’s sculptural knot design...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hancocks Unusual French-Cut Emerald and Diamond 2-Row Eternity or Wedding Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A striking and unusual double row eternity ring by Hancocks set to the front with two rows of alternating sections of three square French-cut ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hancocks 1.65 Carat Old European Diamond in 22 Karat Gold Gypsy-Set Band Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
1.65ct Q-R SI2 Old European brilliant cut diamond with GIA certificate 22ct yellow gold with maker's marks and London assay marks UK finger size M, US size 6.5, can be adjusted to y...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.72 Carat Old Mine Diamond 22 Carat Gold Satin-Finish Gypsy Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Striking 22ct yellow gold and diamond gypsy-set ring by Hancocks, set flush to the centre with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.72ct and of J colour ...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hancocks 1.58 Carat Colombian Cabochon Emerald in 22 Carat Gold Gypsy Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Beautiful gold and emerald gypsy-set ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with a lovely oval cabochon cut Colombian emerald weighing 1.58ct within a wonderfully rich and tactile 22ct ...
Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Hancocks 0.73 Carat & 0.77ct Twin Emerald-Cut Diamond 22ct Yellow Gold Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An unusual 22ct gold and emerald-cut diamond ring by Hancocks, the two emerald-cut diamonds set horizontally one on top of the other, one weighing 0.73ct and of G colour and VVS1 cla...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hancocks “East or West” French Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
The ring is 3/4 set with rectangular French cut diamonds, channel set in decoratively hand-engraved platinum. 15x rectangular French cut diamonds of G colour and VS clarity with a combined weight of 1.18cts. UK finger size L1/2 (resizeable). Or Bespoke made to your specifications order 6 weeks The origins of the French cut can be traced back to the 15th Century however it wasn’t until much later, during the 17th Century that it really became fashionable. Having found favour with European Royalty...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 22 Carat Satin-Finish Gold Gypsy-Set with 2.64 Carat Diamond Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
2.64 Carat O-P VS2 old mine brilliant cut diamond with GIA certificate 22ct yellow gold with maker's marks and London assay marks UK finger size M, US size 6.5, can be adjusted to yo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
HANCOCKS Diamond & yellow diamond snake ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Unusual cocktail ring designed as a double-headed snake, its yellow gold and platinum body with scale-like engraved decoration and each snake-head terminal set with a pear-shape diamond, one white and one yellow Hancocks...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold