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 Victorian 9ct Gold Fancy 7 Inch Bracelet, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Bracelet 9ct Gold Circa 1880 A beautiful Victorian bracelet crafted in yellow gold, composed of tightly interlocking faceted links with a uniform, geometric profile...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Albert Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Bracelet 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Makers Mark M & M Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 This exquisite antique Albert bracelet features a stunning curb link design th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped on Padlock Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a substantial 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exudes...
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped & Tagged Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exudes charm and...
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure to behold. Made of 15ct yello...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet from the 1880's. Pinkish gold chain mesh bracelet with center adjustable slide set with natural pearls an...
Natural Pearl, Gold-filled
15ct Gold Victorian, Curb Link Turquoise & Pearl Bracelet, Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing an exquisite 15ct yellow gold Victorian bracelet that exudes timeless elegance. This stunning piece features...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Garnet Snake Bracelet Victorian Serpent Bangle circa 1850
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Coiled Snake Bracelet with beautiful Bohemian Garnets set in the head and eyes dating to circa 1830-1870. The bangle bracelet is ...
Garnet, Gold-filled
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Egyptian Revival Bracelet with 11 Natural Iridescent Green Scarab Beetles set in Sterling Si...
Sterling Silver
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Woven Hair Pearl Locket Multi-Strand Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing Victorian multi-strand chain bracelet crafted in 18K gold. The central detail is made of woven hair. The locket is surrounded by seed pearls. Has a safe closure ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Victorian Fancy Link Albert Bracelet with Swivel & T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Link Bracelet 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian Albert bracelet, crafted from luxurious 9ct yellow gold. This stunning pie...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,796Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Snake Bracelet 18 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Garnet Pearl Old
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian (circa 1880s to 1900s) snake bracelet, crafted in 18k yellow gold. Six seed pearls graduate in size from 1mm to 2mm. Two estimated 0.03 carat garnet adorn the snake eyes. The snake features lifelike scale detail to the bracelet, terminating to the snake head - enameled in blue and set with natural seed pearls and garnet...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet 15 Carat Gold Bracelet With Padlock Heart Locket
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bracelet is modelled in 15ct gold. The bracelet is fastened using a heart padlock which is super detailed and set with garnet. The back of the heart has a locket. Comes in origi...
Garnet, Gold
Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Heart Padlock Curb Link Chain Bracelet 20cm Long
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A superb 9ct gold antique padlock bracelet in gorgeous rose gold that has such a lovely warmth to it that looks beautiful on any skin tone. Each link is stamped with “9” and “375”, m...
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Coral Bracelet, 19 cm, 21.8g, Circa 1870
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold bracelet set with coral - 19 cm long detailed description the length of the bracelet is 19 cm long by 1.3 cm wide and 6.0 mm high total weight: 21.8 grams occupi...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14ct Three Colour Gold Victorian Multi Chain Garnet Locket Back Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Locket Chain Bracelet 14ct Gold Stamped 585 Circa 1870 This antique bracelet is a true masterpiece, featuring three coloured 15ct gold and a beautiful garnet centre piece...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet.
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Stunning Antique Etruscan Revival 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet is a gorgeous one of a kind. Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold circa 1870, the design features 5 chains of gold...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The charms on this bracelet are absolutely darling. The rope twist chain holds a glass compartment which holds gild nuggets and the other side holds t...
9k Gold
$4,695
18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet – Box Clasp – 21.67 g This exquisite bracelet, crafted from solid 18K yellow gold, impresses with its understated elegance and exceptional craftsman...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond 10 KT Gold Curb Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning antique bracelet is 1870 ca. Superb original Victorian period curb links bracelet with Diamond centre piece in a lovely daisy shape which is in the purest Victorian tra...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian Austrian Gold Gilt Silver Paste Faux Pearl Bracelet Bangle
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A magnificent example of Victorian-era Austrian craftsmanship, this antique dual-tone bracelet is both visually captivating and technically sophisticated. Its standout feature is the...
Silver
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Bracelet, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 15 carat yellow gold, this delightful bracelet dates to the Victorian era. Across its 19.5cm length, nine turquoise and nine pearls are on display in an alternating patter...
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Silver Gilded Rose Gold Buckle Link Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful antique Victorian buckle link bracelet created in silver and gilded rose gold. The flexible band of this bracelet has an openwork design with filigree links and balls on ...
Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian 15ct Gold Chain Bracelet, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian period, this rounded curb link bracelet has been crafted in 15 carat gold. Measuring 18cm in length, the bracelet fits comfortably, secured by a discreet...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart shaped padlock bracelet, Early 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Late Victorian 15 carat gold chunky curb link bracelet with heart shaped padlock clasp Condition: Very good Date: Circa 1900 Weight: 22g Size: 18cm Hallmarks: Birmingham 1896, 15 car...
15k Gold
9ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Dog Clip Clasp, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rose Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Dog Clip 9ct Gold Stamped on each link Circa 1900 Turn-of-the-century bracelet crafted in 9ct rose gold. Features a curb link design wit...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Serpent Snake Bracelet Diamond Crown Ruby Eyes 14 Karat Gold circa 1840
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique museum quality Victorian Coiled Serpent Snake Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold with a Rose Cut Diamond crown and cabochon Ruby Eyes dating to circa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Black Enamel & Pearl Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Enamel & Pearl Bracelet 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Handmade 18ct yellow gold bracelet. This beautiful piece showcases alternating black enamel ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Sterling Silver Victorian Albertina Watch Fob Chain and Bracelet, circa 1890s
Located in Venice, CA
Originally used as a watch chain in the Victorian era, this sterling silver “Albertina” can be worn today as a beautiful bracelet. Three chains are held together by silver balls, wit...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Seed Pearl Buckle Bracelet, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful example of Late Victorian jewelry design, this antique bracelet is crafted in 14 karat gold with a matte satin finish and exquisite granulated detailing. The bracelet is ...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
14k yellow gold bracelet with oval cut Coral - 22.7 grams - 19.5 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold bracelet set with Coral - 19.5 cm long detailed description the length of the bracelet is 19.5 cm long by 1.9 cm wide total weight: 22.7 grams occupied with: - ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Cuban Link Bracelet Ten Coins Charms
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a very heavy 18K gold Cuban link bracelet with ten coins charms. This finest bracelet has a box clasp type of lock. There are an Austrian 1...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold
Mellerio dits Meller Antique Sapphire and Diamond Clover Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Here we have a glorious bracelet from the oldest luxury jewellery house in the world in Mellerio dits Meller. The Mellerios have been highlighted for over 400 years for their creativ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Coral Silver Chain Wrap Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This antique Victorian bracelet is composed of seven strands of fine silver chain, creating a beautifully layered wrap design. The bracelet fastens with a decorative floral box clas...
Coral, Silver
Victorian Gold Twist Bracelet with Gold Locket
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold twist bracelet with gold locket, the bracelet designed as a twist with round rings set between each twist, suspending a gold heart...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,680Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Amethyst Emerald Diamond Snake Bracelet Fob 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful antique Victorian Snake Bracelet with Royal Purple Amethyst gems, Emerald eyes and a European Cut Diamond and in 14 Karat Gold. The stunning jewel is ce...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,680Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Lion Bracelet Old Mine Diamond Ruby Gold Cat Panther Leopard Tiger
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian lion, panther, leopard or tiger cat Diamond and Ruby Bracelet with three lion heads. The lions are each set with an Old Mine Cut Diamond in t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Elaborate Victorian Coral Bracelet
Located in Riverdale, NY
Large Victorian Coral Bracelet of gilded silver with ornate leaf and cannetille wirework mesh. A large high relief coral cameo of a maiden wit...
Coral, Silver
Victorian Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet bracelet holds 11 yellow citrine stones. This piece is dated to the victorian era and is modelled in 9carat gold. Length: 19cm Stone Diameters: 12mm to 9mm Weight: 17.8g
Citrine, Gold
Victorian 15ct Chain Bracelet, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Victorian bracelet has been crafted from 15 carat yellow gold. The 20 cm chain weighs 18.8 grams and attaches to the wrist with a clasp and safety chain design. The 15...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Fancy Star Chain Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 9carat gold bracelet is made of 9 carat gold and features a dog clip one end and a bolt clasp at the other. Every link is decorated with scallop...
Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Blue Enamel Locket Bracelet
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
A stunning antique Victorian locket bracelet has been finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold . The bracelet consists of three decorative link chains, secured with a push fit clasp at the back and a large oval locket at the front. The hinged locket...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Chain Bracelet with T-Bar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 9carat gold bracelet is made of solid gold and features a dog clip one end and a t-bar on the other. Every curb link is hallmaked. Length: 19.5cm Width: 6mm Weight: 14.3g
Gold
Victorian 15k Etruscan Bangle
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning Etruscan-style bangle from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 15k yellow gold, this bracelet features four oval-shaped panels, which are decorated with highly-intrica...
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Long Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Long Chain t bar / dog clip sweet classic curb link, everyday type of wear The item comes without the box in the...
Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Chain Bracelet, hallmarked 1988
Located in London, GB
This 9 carat yellow gold bracelet dates to 1988 and features a love hear padlock at its centre. The Albert chain styled bracelet is 18cm in length, 7mm in width and weighs a total of...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring or Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring/bracelet, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.92 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stati...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Pinchbeck Sardonyx Flower Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Wonderful Antique Pinchbeck saradonyx carved flower bracelet Weight 14.9 g length 17.2cm width 5.8 mm The item comes without the box in the phot...
Pinchbeck
Victorian 4.00ct Opal Bracelet, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Victorian bracelet features seven iridescent opals. The opals graduate in size with the biggest sitting central at 1.00 carat, the flanking pair are 0.75 carat, with th...
Opal, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Diamond and Emerald Foliate Bracelet, ca. 1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful antique bracelet crafted in 18 karat gold and set throughout with old-cut diamonds and vivid emeralds. The design features ornate scrolling foliate motifs, with diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Albert Chain Bracelet, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
This rare antique Albert chain bracelet is crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. Chain links connect sturdy bars, each measuring 3mm thick each, giving the piece a substantial yet elegant...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Gilt Decorative Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Victorian bracelet is gilt and quite light weight and comfortable to wear. The design is stunning and so intricate. Length: 20cm Width: 21mm Weight: 34g
Cabochon Garnet and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian cabochon garnet bracelet, the centre oval cabochon garnet flanked by two smaller oval shape cabochon garnets, each set in fleur-de-lis designed claws, surrounded by a knotted gold chain in a figure-of-eight, circa 1850, measuring approximately 18 x 3.8cm, gross weight 34.0 grams. A wonderful High Victorian style garnet and gold bracelet...
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Amethyst Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian amethyst and diamond bracelet, composed of three flowerhead each set with old cut diamond at the centre and round faceted amethys...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Chrysoprase and Diamond Gold Witch's Heart Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.45 carat chrysoprase and 0.40 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and silver set Witch's Heart Bracelet; part of our bangle and br...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Royal Blue Enamel and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and royal blue enamel bracelet, the oval centre piece set with an old cushion-shaped diamond with rose-cut diamonds forming a star motif, all grain set in silver,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
circa 1890s Victorian Bracelet .25 Carat Old European Cut Diamond
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: 20K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 16.0 grams (All Items Total) Stone Details: Type: Diamond (natural) Weight: .25ct total weight Cut: Old European Brilli...
Diamond
1850 Biedermeier BRACELET GOLD ONE EMERALD TWO PEARLS AUSTRIA
Located in Vienna, AT
GOLDEN BIEDERMEIER (= EARLY VICTORIAN) BRACELET WITH ONE EMERALD AND TWO PEARLS. GOLD ( 14 ct 585) EMERALD & TWO PEARLS ARE ATTACHED TO MIDDLE ...
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Victorian Curb Link Bracelet Barrel & Torpedo Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This beautiful Victorian curb link bracelet is a genuine treasure. It is made of 15ct yellow gold, radiating an unmatched air o...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bracelet with turquoise 18k yellow gold 18 cm long 24.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long Detailed description: The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain. Total bracelet wei...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold