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 1.59ct Octagonal Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful geometric sapphire and diamond halo ring by Hancocks, centred with an octagonal step cut unheated sapphire weighing 1.59ct in a platinum...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hancocks Contemporary 1.28ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring With Halo Surround
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful brilliant cut diamond halo ring by Hancocks, the ring centred on a bright and lively round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.28cts and of G colour and VS2 clarity claw set...
Diamond, Platinum
$971Sale Price|25% Off
Clear Blue Sapphire Surrounded by Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Clear Blue Sapphire Surrounded by Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring In 18 Gold 1 Oval shape Sapphire 0.85 CTS 6 Round brilliant cut diamonds 0.09 CTS 18 k White gold mounting 2.5...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$19,000Sale Price|24% Off
Platinum Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Platinum encases a Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring with a total weight of 2.43 carats. The ring itself has a weight of 6.3 grams and is sized at 6.25. Its centerpiece...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$8,960Sale Price|20% Off
Natalie K Round Brilliant Cut Halo Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Natalie K Round Brilliant Cut Halo Diamond Crossover Hand Engraved Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted sapphire weighing 8.32 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Sri Lankan origin with no indications of heating, surrounded by fourteen round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.4 carats in total, all claw-set to yellow gold mount with knife-edge shoulders, hallmarked 18ct gold London 1989, the head measuring approximately 1.8x1.5cm, gross weight 7.2 grams. Finger size L This ring is in excellent condition. This splendid sapphire and diamond ring features an impressive central sapphire of a deep blue shade weighing 8.32 carats. The gorgeous sapphire is surrounded by a frame of lively diamonds, which twinkle wonderfully and add to the romance of this piece. This large sapphire and diamond ring is reminiscent of the iconic engagement ring worn first by Diana, Princess of Wales and currently worn by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Unlike the royal engagement ring...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
1 ct Total Weight Radiant Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 3.3 grams, size 7.75, the center stone is a Natural 0.51 ct Natural Canadian Square Radiant ...
Diamond, White Diamond
1.00 CT Round Cut Cluster 18 KT White Gold Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This Beautiful total weight of 1.00 Carat Cluster ring includes Double Halo 0.85 Carat White Round Cut Diamonds and 0.15 White Round Cut Diamond as a main stone. Set in 18 Karat Whit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This delicate ring can be worn as an engagement ring, or a dress ring, dependant on preference! The deep blue sapphire weighs 0.35 carat and is claw set. The surrounding halo is made...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
0.61 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A 0.61 carat sapphire and diamond platinum cluster engagement ring. This contemporary and classic cluster ring is set with a deep blue sapphire emerald cut centre and round brillian...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Mauboussin Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, 1976.
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond cluster ring by Mauboussin. Set with an oval old cut natural unenhanced sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 5.50 carats, encir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Stunning Ring with a Big Citrine Stone Surrounded by Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning Ring with a big citrine stone surrounded by diamonds Centre stone: Citrine, 1 Ct. Diamonds: 10 brilliant cut diamonds Material: 18kt white ...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum 1940 s Ring Set with 1.34 ct Round Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum 1940 s Ring Set with 1.34ct Diamonds Diamonds: 27 Round cut diamonds. Centre diamond 0.3 ct Surrounded by 1.04 ct Together 1.34ct Diamonds Mate...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Solitaire, 1.59ct D-VS2, GIA, & 2 Baguette Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A diamond solitaire ring in white gold, flanked by 2 baguette diamonds. The centre stone weighs 1.59ct, has a D colour and VS2 cla...
Diamond, White Gold
Hancocks 0.71ct Fancy Orangy Pink Colour Old Cut Pear Shape Diamond Halo Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful fancy colour pear shape diamond ring by Hancocks centred on an old brilliant cut pear shape diamond weighing 0.71ct and...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hancocks 0.62ct Rare Kite Shape Fancy Gray-Blue Diamond & Pink Diamond Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description An elegant and unusual fancy coloured diamond and gold ring by Hancocks, centred with a kite-shape step-cut diamond weighing 0.62cts...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
4.51 Carat J VS1 Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
4.51 carats J VS1 Old mine cushion cut diamond with GIA certificate Single cut diamonds weighing 0.9 carats UK finger size M, US size 6.5, can be adjusted to your own finger size 6.3...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Cabochon Oval Jade, A Grade & Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning natural jade and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with an elongated oval cabochon of fine quality A grade jade claw set within a skirted surround of round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
4.51 Carat J VS1 Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
4.51 carats J VS1 Old mine cushion cut diamond with GIA certificate Single cut diamonds weighing 0.9 carats UK finger size M, US size 6.5, can be adjusted to your own finger size 6.3...
Diamond, Platinum
2.29ct Old Mine Fancy Pinkish Brown Diamond Rose Gold Cluster Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Charming Fancy Pinkish Brown old mine coloured diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with a fancy pinkish brown diamond weighing 2.29cts and of...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Yellow and White Diamond Cluster Ring Centred with a 1.39ct Fancy Yellow Diamond
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
1.69 Carat Fancy Yellow VS2 Old European Brilliant cut diamond with GIA certificate 1.21 Carats Old European brilliants Platinum and 18 Carat yellow gold with maker's marks and London assay marks UK finger size M, US size 6.5, can be adjusted to your own finger size 4.8 grams A beautiful yellow and white diamond cluster ring by Hancocks, centred with a bright and lively Fancy Yellow old European...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 3.35 Carat Moval Diamond Ring with Scalloped Halo and Split Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning oval cluster diamond ring by Hancocks centred with a beautiful antique-cut moval shaped diamond weighing 3.35 carat and of H colour and...
Diamond, Platinum
HANCOCKS 6.08ct Burma Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Classic cluster ring with a central oval Burma sapphire with a diamond surround Hancocks, London
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum