Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.
There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.
Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.
Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.
Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Couture Elsa Schiaparelli Baretti Georgian Cannetille Beaded 4Piece Parure c1950
Located in Chicago, IL
Distinguished by the tightly coiled style of Georgian-period-inspired cannetille gold wire that decorates each of the four pieces of this parure, French costume-jewelry designer Lina...
Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
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Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra
Located in Colleyville, TX
Four strands of hand-linked blue flash moonstone rondelles dotted with every the popular Sleeping Beauty turquoise faceted oval nuggets are the perfect compliment for this antique Georgian Pinchbeck...
Agate, Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise with Pave Diamonds Bracelet
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Beautiful, vibrant Sleeping Beauty turquoise with a pave diamond clasp, accented with small yellow gold faceted balls. Item # B1341 Pai...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zuni Sleeping Beauty Needlepoint Turquoise Bracelet
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Zuni sterling silver bracelet with beautiful stones of Sleeping Beauty needlepoint turquoise. Signed "G" and "AB." Solid and sturdy with classic bead and twisted rope borders. Nice p...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1984 Vintage Chanel Multi Strand Choker Necklace Faux Pearls Yellow Gold Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel multi-strand necklace crafted in yellow gold tone (circa 1984). The necklace features 3 strands of 10mm faux pearls with 2 strands of yellow gold plated wheat-style chains. Measuring 17 inches in length the necklace is slightly adjustable to 19 inches. Given the multiple strands (and the thickness of the chain metal and faux pearl strands...
Base Metal
Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet sleeping beauty Navajo Turquoise- Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hand crafted Sleeping Beauty Navajo Sterling silver bracelet. 3 Rings makes up the bracelet with 7 bezel set Turquoise stones set in a graduated fashion. This can be worn by both a m...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Chanel Iconic Bronze and Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive bib with multiple strands of hand made faux baroque pearls of varying sizes mixed with graduated gilt bronze cupid plaques and chains. Based on a famous Chanel necklace c...
Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Sardinia Coral Bracelet in Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This may be the one of a kind sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise bracelet, but that doesn't mean you should sleep on this beauty! Combined with very rare Sardinia corals it gives you...
Turquoise, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set from the 1930's. The necklace has graduated beads with a simple hidden twist clasp. The bracelet is wired with 2...
Genuine Sky Blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bracelet in Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This may be the one of a kind sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise bracelet, but that doesn't mean you should sleep on this beauty! This very rare form of turquoises continue to be a f...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 14K Gold Bracelet
Located in GOES, NL
Rare Sleeping Beauty Turquoise beaded Bracelet in with a handcarved bead -and shiny 14K gold clasp. Discover timeless beauty in this exquisite bracelet, crafted with rare turquoise ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Pink Opal 14K Gold Bracelet
Located in GOES, NL
Get ready for some summer glam! This rare sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise bracelet is adorned with 14k gold and blush pink opals. A unique one of a kind bracelet. Discover timele...
Turquoise, Opal, 14k Gold
Giant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Swiss Topaz Bracelet
Located in GOES, NL
Get ready for some summer glam! This rare sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise bracelet, crafted with large turquoises is adorned with a silver clasp and sky blue Swiss Topaz. Discove...
Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Pearl Bracelet Set Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mikimoto Pearl Necklace Pearl Bracelet Set Sterling Silver You will treasure this outstanding authentic Vintage MIKIMOTO Sterling silver pearl...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Triple Strand Turquoise Pyrite Bracelet Georgian Turquoise Garnet Clasp
Located in Colleyville, TX
Seona Bracelet. Triple strands of turquoise have been intercepted with gilded pyrite to create this charming and delicate bracelet. The antique Georgian clasp...
Garnet, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
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H 0.4 in W 1.7 in L 7.88 in
Antique Georgian Banded Agate Sardonyx Beads Bracelet Metal Pinchbeek Clasp
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stylish banded agate bracelet made up from 4 rows of fine agate beads comes with a beautiful clasp executed in gilt metal and Pinchbeek arou...
Agate, Gilt Metal
Antique 1830s Yellow Gold and Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1830s 18 karat yellow and rose gold articulated bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique gold bracelet has been crafted in 18 karat yellow and rose gold. The bracelet is composed of fourteen square shaped links. Each of the yellow gold links are ornamented with an 18 karat rose gold faceted dome. The links are bordered with a pierced decorated and rope twist decoration. The articulated bracelet connects via two spiga chains and alternate between sets of beads. The bracelet secures with a discreet push for fastening. This antique 19th century gold bracelet...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Seven Strand Tanzanite Pink Sapphire Emeline Bracelet
Located in Colleyville, TX
Seven Strand Tanzanite Bracelet - Pink Sapphire - Emeline Bracelet. A beautiful French Georgian Rococo style gold vermeil clasp has been married to seven delicate strands of hand-...
Sapphire, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Antique Amethyst, Turquoise and Gold Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
Delightful link bracelet of amethysts and Persian turquoise set in 18K gold. The amethysts are set in a leaf motif that contrasts with the simple...
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Ursula Bracelet- Antique Pinchbeck Clasp with Four Strand Chryso
Located in Colleyville, TX
A beautiful and highly collectible gold-gilt antique Pinchbeck clasp has been married to four delicate strands of hand-linked chrysoprase. Because of the antiquity of the clasp - th...
Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck
Tanzanite & Pink Sapphire Pinchbeck Clasp Bracelet - Amalie Brac
Located in Colleyville, TX
This swoon worthy bracelet is composed of eight strands of the always coveted periwinkle/lavender tanzanite. The sprinkling of ravishing smooth pin...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck