The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
Antique English Gold Turquoise and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 1870's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1870's Provenance: England Weight: 28,30 gr Diameter: 5.6 cm Inner circumference: 16.5 cm This beautiful rigid bracelet, made in yellow gold, presents three pavés of turquo...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Opal Bangle with Diamond in Black Enamel, Gold Pear Cut Bracelet J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Bangle with Diamond in Black Enamel, Gold Pear Cut Bracelet J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN Available for immediate delivery. Opal bangle in 14k gold plated brass with a black ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian 14K Gold Greek Key Design Bracelet with Sapphires
Located in Venice, CA
Is there anything more classic than a Greek key design? This 14k gold Victorian bracelet bangle has a Greek key border that is raised, with the gold behind it incised with horizontal...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Gothic Revival Silver Bangle Bracelet Perfume Bottle Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This highly unusual silver bangle has a miniature perfume bottle suspended from it. Bracelet and bottle are finely engraved with geometric ornaments in the gothic revival taste. The ...
Silver, Enamel
Antique emerald and diamond snake bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian old-mine diamond bypass bracelet designed as a serpent, the flexible coiled body set throughout with graduated old-mine cut diamonds in a sterling silver-topped mount ove...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Hallmarked Silver Ivy Leaf Bangle 1884
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An antique Victorian Hallmarked Silver Ivy Leaf Bangle dating to 1884. Victorian hallmarked silver bangles are defined by their form. Most date to the mid to late 19th century - so...
Tanzanite Cuff Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated Eight Pointed Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Cuff Gold Plated Black Enamel Studded Cuff Bracelet Seven Tanzanite Eightpointed Star Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted as a definitive statement piece, this structural open ...
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond and Sapphire Bangle, c1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1880s this stunning bangle features an alternating display of old cut diamonds and sapphires. Set in beautifully hand carved 15 carat rose gold, five diamonds totalling...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian 9K Gold Seed Pearl Etruscan Revival Bangle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian seed pearl, and rosy-yellow gold bangle, comprising seven seed pearls, in 9 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Antique 9K Gold Pearl Bangle, is the Etrusc...
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian 9 Carat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in Box the most beautiful detailed ruby and diamond bangle, truly excellent! The item comes with the box! Meas...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Victorian 3 tone Rose Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat. An exceptional example of antique finery Victorian style jewellery well done in Art Deco Modernist design. The piece has a circumference of just over 8.6 inches. It is just over 1.37 inches wide at its widest. French 1930's 18k 3 tone rose gold and white bangle bracelet. This bracelet exemplifies a show piece and is not easy to describe so we will let the photos do it justice. However here are a few specs. The bangle opens and hinges with pin. French hallmarks on the catch tongue. French hallmarks: Eagle head. Made in France for the North African market during the French Colonies. Probably made for Algeria. Made in France Circa 1930s. Jewelry Type: Bracelet Bangle. Will fit a wrist of 16 to 18.5 cm Metal: 18k Gold, 3 gold tones (rose, white, gold) 18 Karat Gold weight: 28.16 Gr. Weight: 0.993 Oz. Widest part: 3.5 cm 1.37 inches. Circumference. ext: 22 cm. 8.66 inches. Circumference. int: 17 cm. 6.69 inches. Diameter: 7 cm. 2.75 in. This is a truly fine piece of handmade antique jewelry...
Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Persian Turquoise Victorian Snake Bracelet Gold Antique Entwined Snakes
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Diamond and Persian Turquoise Double Snake Bracelet in 9 Karat Gold. The Victorian bracelet with two entwined snakes is set with four Old...
Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Gold
Emerald Bangle Bracelet Diamond Black Enamel Gold As Above So Below
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Bangle Bracelet Diamond Black Enamel Gold As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN The Emerald Heart Bangle is a hinged bangle in 14k gold plated brass finished with hand pain...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Natural Pearl and 0.64 Carat Diamond Enamel 20k Yellow Gold Bangle Circa 1865
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive, rare antique natural pearl, 0.64 carat diamond, hot enamel and 20 karat yellow gold bangle; part of our Victorian jewelry collection. T...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Opal Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Opal Bangle Bracelet - The bangle contains 9 round opals with green/blue play of color. The filigree design is mounted on a florentine finish bangle...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Etruscan Revival Bangle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, and yellow gold bangle, comprising seventeen half seed pearls, in 15 karat yellow gold. This magnificent Victorian bracelet is set with shimmering half seed pear...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian opal & diamond bangle bracelet (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14k yellow gold. Cabochon cut opals graduate in size from 5.25mm x 4.50mm to...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved Coral Snake Coiled Bracelet
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Exquisite antique bracelet features pale white coral, skillfully carved into a coiled snake design. The bracelet wraps naturally around the wrist with beads forming the serpent's se...
Coral
Onyx Bangle Bracelet Black Diamond Gold Enamel Cabochon Hermetic
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx Bangle Bracelet Black Diamond Gold Enamel Cabochon Hermetic As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN Black onyx bangle in 14k gold plated brass with black enamel by J Dauphin, a ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$3,641Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 18k Gold Victorian Circa 1900s Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 17.6 grams. Totally is diamond about 3 ct. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-N-P-Yellow color and S1-S2-S3-Pique1....
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet Bangle Antique Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Bangle Bracelet with eight Old Mine Cut Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The elegant and classic design is exquisite. The sparkl...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Light Cuff White Diamond Bracelet Spiritual Statement 14k Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Cuff White Diamond Bracelet Spiritual Statement 14k Gold Plated Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in a 14k gold finish over brass, this structural open-back cuff bracelet featu...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Antique Victorian Pave Garnet Hinged Bangle Bracelet in Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
An antique bracelet decorated with pave garnets. The garnets on the face are open back and set in sterling silver, aligned in a decorative pattern, while the gemstones around the ban...
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Gold Plated. Blue Onyx Bangle Bracelet Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx Bangle Bracelet Heart Blue Enamel Diamond Gold As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN The As Above So Below Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, a heart shaped onyx ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Enamel
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Rare 18 KT Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Diamond bangle is Victorian period 1850 ca. – still Georgian influenced Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold Antique workmanship with some lead soldering at the back side...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique gold bracelet with diamonds, France, turn of the 19th and 20th centuries
Located in Chorzów, PL
This beautiful antique bracelet is crafted from yellow gold (approx. 0.830 fineness) with silver elements on the front. The centerpiece is adorned with a composition of three stars,...
Diamond
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel Eight Pointed Star Designer: J DAUPHIN The Star Stud Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass finished with hand p...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Unusual Etruscan Scrollwork Coral Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, elegant Etruscan Coral Bangle from the mid 19th Century. Hand made scroll work gold filled metal setting with genuine coral cab at center. .75" ...
Coral, Gilt Metal
Victorian 3.80 Ct Natural Ruby 4.60 Ct. Diamond 14 KT Gold Riviere Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
This rare antique Victorian bangle is 1880 circa. Boasting the glorious Victorian workmanship accurately hand crafted as unique piece of jewellery of solid 14 Kt gold marked, silver ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Victorian Era Reproduction 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage Victorian Era Reproduction 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle - The bangle contains 38 round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 1.00ct...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN The Sculptural Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass and finished with hand painted midnight blue g...
Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Brutalist Cuff Bracelet Chakra White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chakra Cuff Bracelet Gemstone Rainbow Bangle Gold Healing Designer: J DAUPHIN The Chakra Cuff, New Dimension, is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, an architectural stud band se...
Tanzanite, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Brass, Yellow Gold, 1...
Antique Victorian 4.90 Carat Moonstone and Seed Pearl Rose Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 4.90 carat moonstone and seed pearl, 15 karat rose gold bangle; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine ...
Moonstone, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 9carat gold bangle has delicate detail. The gold is glossy and smooth. The bangle is opened with a classic bangle fastening and has a safety...
Gold
Victorian Engraved Enamel 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Flushing, NY
Victorian Engraved Enamel 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet Hand fabricated in 14K gold, thia Victorian hinged bangle is embellished with a hand-engraved tex...
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique diamond and tourmaline bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian carved gold half hoop bangle set with alternating tourmalines and old mine–cut diamonds, circa late 19th century. Crafted in 15 karat gold, the bangle is designed as a h...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Gold and Enamel Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 10k rose gold and black enamel. Circa 1882 Size 5 3/4
10k Gold
Victorian Miner's Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian bangle commemorating the South African Gold Industry. Crossover style with mining motifs. Large size. 1890's. Excellent condition
Gilt Metal
Garnet Heart Bangle Bracelet Diamond White Enamel Gold As Above So Below
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Garnet Heart Bangle Bracelet Diamond White Enamel Gold As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN The Garnet Heart Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with a hand applied whi...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
19th Century English 15 Carat Gold Persian Turquoise, Pearl and Diamond Bangle
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderfully elegant antique bangle containing Persian turquoise, natural pearls and rose cut diamonds. Made in England in the 19th century, this piece exemplifies the Victorian's love for colorful and exotic styles. The beautiful patina of hundred-plus year old gold jewelry...
Antique Neo-Etruscan Gold Large Buckle Bracelets, Mid-19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful pair of antique Neo-Etruscan bracelets is a stunning example of elegance and intricate craftsmanship. The bracelets are crafted in yellow gold-filled finish, the brace...
Gold-filled, Gold
Antique 8.83ct Moonstone 3.50cttw Old European Cut Diamond Ring/Bracelet Combo
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A very special antique bracelet and ring combination piece. The featured moonstone is exceptional and deserving of multiple ways of wearing it, ergo, the modular design of the moonst...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,179Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond & Ruby Enamel Repousse Work Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This jaw dropping antique bangle bracelet is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold in the early Victorian period. The incredible design features a dramatic center piece that is decorated ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Diamond Bird Bangle of Silver Topped 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique bangle bracelet (circa 1880-1900) features bird with a prong set 0.56ct natural vivid purplish red cushion cut ruby in its beak and a leaded glass paste eye, set in 98% ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$11,968Sale Price / item|44% Off
Enamel Bangle late 18 Century Sacred Midnight Blue with Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Viena, Viena
a historical bangle from the late 18th century, when enamel jewelery was very fashionable and especially the sacred MIDNIGHT BLUE in combination with WHITE and glittering diamonds, a...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tanzanite Bracelet Black Enamel Bangle Greek Cross As Above J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross Bracelet Tanzanite Black Enamel Scripture Bangle Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cross Bracelet is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with hand painted black enamel. A tanzani...
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian Green Enamel Diamond Snake Bangle 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvelous Snake bangle is Victorian period 1890 ca Impressive in design wrapping twice around the wrist with a large head and spectacular guilloche enamel work of rich luxurious...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Antique Yellow Gold Floral Bangle Bracelet, Italy Circa 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a delicate stylized floral motif accented by a green tourmaline, crystals, pearls and an amethyst enclosed in a white enamel border. Mounted in yellow gold. The bangle...
Amethyst, Crystal, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise - The oval turquoise measures 7x5mm and the 4 round turquoise measures 3mm...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Divine Child Sapphire Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet White Enamel Gold J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Child Sapphire Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet White Enamel Gold J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is a sculptural gold-plated brass bracelet with hand-painted...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Antique Victorian French Rose Cut Diamond Gold Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 18k rose gold and silver bangle bracelet, adorned with 13 rose cut diamonds - each stone approx. 0.25ct, total 3.25cts. Made in France. Bracelet will fit an approx....
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Purple Stones
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Purple Stones - The bangle's width is .75 inches. The inside diameter is 1.85 inches high by 2.50 inches wide. The bangle has engr...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Floral Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Victorian bangle crafted from a rosey toned 14ct yellow gold. This antique piece features intricate floral motifs adorned with chunky old mine cut diamonds. The diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Revival Gold Amethyst & Diamond Bangle, 1980s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking hand-finished gold hinged bangle set with an elegant sequence of graduating oval-cut amethysts, each richly coloured and carefully matched, accented by bright round brilli...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique creation of the Victorian era is a serpent bracelet dating from the mid-to-late 19th century - the snake is artfully created in yellow gold and set with ruby e...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian 3.92 Carat Opal and 3.25 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 3.92 carat opal and 3.25 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold bangle; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, ...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9ct Yellow Gold delightful sapphire and pearl bangle, so sweet! The item co...
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold on Silver Diamond and Sapphire Bangle, Circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
A line, gently in motion. Dating to the late 19th century, this bangle is composed as a flowing ribbon across the wrist—an undulating line set with alternating sapphires and diamonds...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Moonstone Pearl Heart Bangle Bracelet 10k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian moonstone & pearl bangle bracelet (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10k yellow gold. Cabochon moonstone measures 7mm. Small seed pearls measure a...
Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl and Enamel Foliated Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous oversized bangle taken from the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich rosey 18ct yellow gold and focally features intricate floral...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold