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 3.01ct Antique Oval Cut Fancy Colour Diamond Set Band Ring 22ct Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A handcrafted old cut fancy coloured diamond and gold gypsy set ring by Hancocks. The ring is set in the centre with an antique oval cut diamond of Fancy Brownish Yellowish Orange co...
Brown Diamond, 22k Gold
Hancocks 3.73ct G VVS2 Old-Cut Pear Shaped Diamond Ring with Engraved Gold Band
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning pear shape diamond solitaire ring by Hancocks, set with a wonderfully bright and lively old-cut pear-shaped diamond weighing 3.73ct and of G colour and VVS2 clarity, in a ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hancocks 4.23ct Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old cut diamond ring by Hancocks set with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond weighing 4.23cts and of G colour and VS2 clarity claw set in platinum between elegantly tapering shoulders channel set with calibre cut diamonds...
White Diamond, Platinum
4.63ct Old Mine Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring with Pear Shape Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning old cut diamond ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with a beautifully bright and lively old mine brilliant cut diamond weighing 4.63cts and of G colour and VVS2 clarity i...
White Diamond
Hancocks 1.88 Carat G VS2 Vintage Carré-Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
1.88ct G VS2 Vintage carre cut diamond with GIA certificate 2 x trapezoids and 2 x carre cut diamonds weighing a combined total of 0.37cts Platinum with maker's mark and London assay...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 1.01ct Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in Antique Style Setting
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old cut diamond ring in antique style setting by Hancocks, centred with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond weighi...
Diamond
Hancocks 1.52ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring With Baguette Diamond Band
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A classic emerald-cut diamond solitaire ring by Hancocks, set with a beautiful vintage emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.52cts and of D colour and IF clarity, corner claw set within a s...
Diamond
Hancocks Fine 1.29carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description A beautiful emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred on a lovely rich and deeply saturated emerald-cut emerald of Colombian ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hancocks 1.56ct Antique Russian Emerald Set in a Contemporary 22ct Gold Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A striking emerald and yellow gold ring by Hancocks, centred with an old rectangular step cut Russian emerald weighing 1.56ct and with no oil treatment, bezel set within a finely hand crafted 22ct yellow gold mount with knife edge band and softly brushed satin finish. Maker Hancocks Period Contemporary Origin London Gemstones 1.56ct rectangular step cut old Russian emerald with no clarity enhancement, with GIA certificate Setting 22ct yellow gold with maker's mark and London assay marks Weight 7 grams Dimensions UK finger size S, UK size 9 (Can be made any size) Head 9mm x 7mm Condition New Directors Notes Emeralds were first discovered in the Ural Mountains in the early part of the 19th Century in an area about 100km northeast of Ekaterinburg. The story goes that in 1830 a local man noticed some green crystals around the roots of a fallen tree near the Takovaya river. It didn’t take long to establish what they were and organised mining began within just a few months. However, the world didn’t see any of the emeralds that were excavated over the coming decades as they were regarded as property of the Russian crown...
Emerald, 22k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold & Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian gold and diamond engagement ring. In 14k white gold. With a ca. 0.82 ct. Old Mine cut white diamond center set and flanked by 6 small round single cut diam...
Diamond, White Gold
0.63Ct Natural Pear Shape Blue Topaz and diamonds ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
0.63Ct Natural Pear Shape Blue Topaz and Diamonds 14K White Gold Ring Product Description: Embrace the serene beauty of our Blue Topaz and diamonds ring, a ring that brings togethe...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set centrally with a cushion shape old mine diamond, L colour, SI2 clarity, with a weight of 4.48 car...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Certified 2ct FSI Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with 22ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
2ct FSI emerald cut exquisite diamond Ready to post Platinum with 22ct yellow gold detail GIA certified diamond Please contact to resize to your size and confirm your diamond ...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.21 Carat D/VVS2
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning emerald cut diamond ring in platinum. The ring is set to the centre with a 1.21ct emerald cut diamond, D colour and VVS2 in clarity. The diamond is surrounded by a pave set diamond halo...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, G VS2
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, features a round brilliant cut diamond G color, VS2 clarity weighing 0.70 carats. The diamond has very good polish and good symmetry. An enduring emblem of commitment and love, Cartier engagement rings...
Diamond, Platinum
$23,998
A 22ct gold diamond ring
Located in London, GB
A 22ct gold diamond flush-set ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.84 carats, accompanied by GIA report, stating the diamond to be of O-P colour and VS1 clarity, flush-se...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
.22ct Natural Marquise Cut Diamond Ring 14kt. Raised
Located in New York, NY
Marquise & Baguette Vintage Ring .25ct Natural Marquise Cut Diamond & .28ct Side Baguettes Center: 5.5 x 3.2mm Si-2 clarity G color. 14kt yellow gold 3.5 Grams Overall ring:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat VVS2 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
We personally hand picked this breathtaking GIA certified 3 carat natural diamond GIA certified Emerald cut diamond This piece was Hand made in Italy in 18 carats white gold All pie...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Peridot 4.63ct. Fancy Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This collection features an array of pretty peridot rings! Accented with diamonds these rings are made in yellow gold and present a vibrant and fresh look. Classic peridot ring in ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 0.74 Carat D/VS2
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A classic 18k white gold diamond solitaire engagement ring. The ring is set to the centre with an emerald cut diamond weighing 0.74ct, colour D and VS2 clarity complemented by a roun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.02ct I/VVS2
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning platinum diamond engagement ring by Tiffany & Co. The solitaire features an emerald cut diamond set to the centre in a 4 prong mount weighing 1.02ct, I colour and VVS2 cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 5.14ct Asscher Cut Diamond Ring With Honeycomb Shoulders Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An elegant step cut diamond ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with a beautiful old cut Asscher diamond weighing 5.14cts and of H colour and VS2 clarity in corner claws to a simple double bar gallery between shoulders set each side with three bullet cut diamonds forming a stylised honeycomb pattern, all in a finely hand-crafted platinum mount with knife edge band. Maker Hancocks Period Contemporary Origin London Gemstones 5.14ct H VS2 old cut Asscher diamond with GIA certificate 6 x bullet cut diamonds weighing 0.23cts in total Setting Platinum with maker's mark and London assay marks Weight 4.6 grams Dimensions UK finger size M 1/2, US size 6.5 Can be made any size Condition New Directors Notes The Asscher cut was designed by Joseph Asscher in 1902 in an attempt to best utilise the natural shape of octahedral diamond crystals. The cut is essentially a square shape with the corners cut off quite steeply creating an almost octagonal outline to the stone. The facets are carefully arranged in three rows of straight, step-like faces to the top and bottom of the stone which has a wonderfully elegant and clean appearance with a more subtle sparkle than cuts such as the round brilliant. It became increasingly popular during the early 20th Century, particularly in the Art Deco period when the straight edges and angles of the cut suited the aesthetic perfectly. The Asscher family have been diamond dealers since the mid 19th Century and are probably best known as the company entrusted with the cleaving and cutting of the world famous Cullinan diamond.
White Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 1.75 Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Calibre-Cut Sapphire Band
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old cut diamond ring by Hancocks set to the centre with a bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.75ct and of H colour and VVS2 clarity claw set t...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Hancocks 1.01ct Vintage Asscher Cut Diamond Ring Bezel Set in Yellow Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful old-cut diamond and yellow gold ring by Hancocks, centred with a beautiful vintage Asscher cut diamond weighing 1.01ct and of G...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hancocks 5.95ct Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring Diamond Band
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning old-cut diamond solitaire ring by Hancocks set with a beautifully bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond weighing 5.95cts and of J colour and VS1 clarity cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hancocks 8.04ct Old Asscher Cut Diamond Gypsy Ring in Satin Finished Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum and old-cut diamond gypsy-set ring by Hancocks, set flush to the centre with a lovely old Asscher cut diamond weighing 8.04...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 4.06ct Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Tapered French Cut Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A classic diamond ring by Hancocks set with a bright and lively oval brilliant cut diamond weighing 4.06cts and of E colour and VS2 clarity claw set between tapered French cut diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hancocks 2.55ct Cushion Shaped Diamond Ring With Diamond Set Band In Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful cushion shaped diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with a bright and lively old brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.55cts and of F c...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 6.78ct Asscher Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum and Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Asscher cut diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with a bright and lively old cut Asscher diamond weighing 6.78cts and of J colour and VS1 clarity, corner claw set in platin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hancocks Contemporary 13.06ct Old Mine Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A classic diamond, platinum and 18ct rose gold solitaire ring by Hancocks, set with a magnificent bright and lively old mine brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Hancocks Stunning 2.14 & 2.05ct D VS Old Min Pear shape Diamond Cross Over Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description A stunning old cut pear shaped diamond cross over ring by Hancocks, the double wrap-around band finely hand crafted in platinum and set with calibre-cut French cut diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 4.25 Carat G VS1 Old Mine Step Cut Diamond & Platinum Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description A stunning geometric diamond and platinum ring by Hancocks, centred with a lovely rectangular step cut diamond with canted corners weighing 4.25cts and of G colour and VS...
Diamond, Platinum
1.50 Carat J VS2 Emerald-Cut Diamond Set in Diamond Shoulder Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful emerald-cut diamond ring by Hancocks set with a finest quality emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.50ct and of J colour and VS2 clarity, corner claw set between tapered baguet...
White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal