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.
Moonstone Diamond Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Black Enamel Heart J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moonstone Diamond Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Black Enamel Heart J Dauphin Black Enamel Bangle • Moonstone • White Diamond Accent • Hermetica & Kabbalah Symbolism Designer: J D...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Onyx Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Victorian Style Onyx and Diamond Heart Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel · 14k Gold-Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin Category: Bracelets · Victorian Revival · Symbolic Jewelry...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Moonstone Diamond Heart Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moonstone Diamond Heart Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Black Enamel This Victorian-inspired Hermetic bangle bracelet, designed by J Dauphin, draws on Hermetic and Kabbalistic philosop...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Moonstone Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Heart Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Moonstone mini Diamond Bangle Bracelet in Black Enamel 14k Gold Plated, Victorian Style Hermetica Images when style is worn show same version with labradorite instead of moon...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Garnet Bangle Bracelet Gold plated White Enamel Heart Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J DAUPHIN “As Above So Below” Heart Bangle – Diamond, Garnet, and White Enamel Bracelet Victorian Style • Hermetic Symbolism • Gold-Plated Brass with White Enamel The J Dauphin Hea...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$343Sale Price|30% Off
Labradorite Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Heart Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Style Hermetic Labradorite Cabochon Heart Bangle Bracelet with Diamond, Black Enamel This Victorian-inspired Hermetic bangle bracelet is designed by J Dauphin and draws on...
Diamond, Labradorite, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
8 Strand Pearl and .50ct Diamond Bracelet Platinum AAA Quality VS F-G Color
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
8 Strand Pearl and Diamond Bracelet This spectacular platinum and diamond pearl bracelet is made with the finest AAA pearls and diamonds Eight strands of perfectly matched pearls m...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet with Ruby Heart
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet with Ruby Heart Designer: J Dauphin 14k Gold plate with hand painted Black Enamel and a dangling heart set with a ruby. The inscription on this bangle...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Sapphire Star Cuff Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated Diamond Divine Child
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DIVINE CHILD Cuff Bracelet – Black Enamel on 14k Gold Plated Brass Cuff, Blue Sapphire & White Diamonds Designer: J Dauphin Category: Bracelets · Victorian Revival · Symbolic Jewelr...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Gold Plate, 14k...
Heart Cuff Bracelet Diamond Ruby Light Pink Enamel Truth Faith
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Heart Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds and Light Pink Enamel – “Truth & Faith” by J Dauphin Designer: J Dauphin Category: Cuff Bracelets · Victorian Revival · Symbolic Jewelry Co...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Ruby Diamond Heart Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel Truth Faith
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Diamond Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel Heart Victorian Style J Dauphin Ruby & White Diamond Cuff Bracelet — 14k Gold Plated — Blue Enamel Text— Truth & Faith Ins...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Light Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Diamond Onyx Heart Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Onyx Heart Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet This sculptural bangle bracelet features a raised heart set with natural diamond and black onyx, crafted in 14k gold-plated brass and ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Onyx Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Onyx Diamond J Dauphin J DAUPHIN “As Above So Below” Bangle Bracelet – 14k Gold-Plated, Light Blue Enamel, Heart Onyx with Diamond Gold-Plat...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Enamel
White Diamond Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel J Dauphin This stud cuff bracelet by J Dauphin features a deep royal blue enamel finish with white diamonds set in engraved eight...
White Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, 14k Gold
$392Sale Price|20% Off
Amethyst Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin This Victorian-inspired Hermetic bangle bracelet is designed by J Dauphin and draws on Hermetic and Kabbalistic philosop...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, 14k Gold
Moonstone Diamond Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Moonstone Diamond Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Plated Victorian Style Hermetica Inspired by Hermetica and Cabbalistic concepts of the micro and macro cosmos. Gold pla...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Onyx Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Light Blue Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Onyx Bangle Bracelet 14k Gold Plated Light Blue Enamel The Diamond Onyx Bangle in Light Blue Enamel is a handcrafted piece featuring a light blue enamel finish over 14k gol...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian Pierced Gold Bangle Head of Bacchus Finely Carved Bloodstone Ca.1880
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Victorian gold and hardstone bracelet circa 1880, set to the centre with a beautifully carved piece of bloodstone by the 19th century sculptor and gem engraver Henri Burdy in the form of the head of Bacchus the Roman god of wine, agriculture and revelry, his jolly face with thick curled beard and moustache crowned with a wreath of vine leaves and bunches of grapes, the bracelet of finely pierced gold in an undulating scroll pattern, embellished to each side of the head with scrolls of rose-cut diamonds, with concealed hinged opening to the side. Maker The carved bloodstone...
Gold
Taj Mahal Lattice Meghna Jewels Cuff
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
A stunning lattice cuff inspired by the beautiful Taj Mahal is embellished with green faux quartz and black onyx. The intricate detail in handmade cuff i...
Zircon, Gold Plate, Brass
Black Diamond Silver Cuff Bracelet "Truth" J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Silver Cuff Bracelet "Truth" J Dauphin Designer: J Dauphin Category: Cuff, Bracelet Style: Victorian Revival · Symbolic · Statement Jewelry Description The “TRUTH” C...
Black Diamond, Silver
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage style Natural rose cut Diamonds 14k Gold serpent snake bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This snake gold bracelet is a versatile and captivating accessory that can add a touch of elegance, mystery, and individuality to your style. This diamond gold bracelet consists of: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Black Diamond Silver Cuff Bracelet "Truth" J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Silver Cuff Bracelet "Truth" J Dauphin Designer: J Dauphin Category: Cuff, Bracelet Style: Victorian Revival · Symbolic · Statement Jewelry Description The “TRUTH” C...
Black Diamond, Silver
$483Sale Price|30% Off
Emerald Star Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Glitter Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Star Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Glitter Blue Enamel J Dauphin 7 pieces of Emerald set in Eight Pointed Stara on this stud cuff bracelet, it is a 14 K Gold Plate Cuff Bracelet...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet Tanzanite Cross Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tanzanite Cross Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated Black Enamel - J Dauphin Black Enamel Gold-Plated Bangle with Tanzanite This J DAUPHIN Cross Bracelet is a contemporary devotional bangl...
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
White Enamel Bangle Bracelet Garnet Heart Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Garnet Heart White Enamel Bangle: Victorian Diamond Gold Bracelet White Enamel Garnet Heart Diamond Bangle by J DAUPHIN The White Enamel Garnet Heart Bangle by J Dauphin is a handcra...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Black Diamond Silver Cuff Truth J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Silver TRUTH Cuff: J Dauphin Victorian Statement Bracelet The TRUTH Cuff Bracelet by J Dauphin is a handcrafted silver statement piece in solid sterling silver set wit...
Black Diamond, Silver
Ruby Heart Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Heart Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated J Dauphin 14k Gold plate with hand painted Black Enamel and a dangling heart set with a ruby. Designer: J Dauphin Purify Your H...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Opal Diamond Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Diamond Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet Gold Plated J Dauphin Gold-Plated Brass • Black Enamel • Opal Heart • Natural Diamonds Available for Immediate Delivery The Opal Diamond B...
Diamond, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Black Enamel Onyx Diamond Bangle Bracelet Hermetica J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx Heart Diamond Bangle: Black Enamel Hermetic Statement Bracelet Black Enamel Onyx Diamond Bangle Bracelet Hermetica by J Dauphin The Onyx Diamond Heart Bangle by J Dauphin is a h...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Light Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Onyx Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet: Onyx & Diamond Bracelet The Light Blue Enamel Bangle by J Dauphin is a handcrafted statement piece inspired by Hermeticism and Kabbalistic philos...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$632Sale Price|20% Off
White Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Star Cuff: Royal Blue Enamel Gold Bangle J Dauphin White Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet in Gold-Plated Blue Enamel The Blue Enamel Diamond Star Cuff by J Dauphin is a refin...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$517Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald Star Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel Lilac Glitter J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Star Cuff Bracelet Gold Plated Blue Enamel Lilac Glitter J Dauphin Gold-Plated Stud Cuff • Emerald Star Bracelet • Blue Enamel Spiritual Jewelry This Emerald Cuff Bracelet...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
115.21 Ct Zambian Emerald studded Contemporary Statement Bracelet in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing this astonishing and elegant statement bracelet, adorned with exquisite emeralds, meticulously handcrafted to captivate the hearts of discerning jewelry enthusiasts. Thi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
White Enamel Bangle Bracelet Garnet Heart White Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin “As Above So Below” Heart Bangle – White Enamel, Diamond & Garnet Bracelet Victorian Style • Hermetic Jewelry • 14K Gold-Plated Brass with White Enamel Description Th...
Diamond, Garnet, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Emerald Cuff Bracelet Glitter Blue Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cuff Bracelet Glitter Blue Enamel 7 pieces of Emerald set in Eight Pointed Stara on this stud cuff bracelet, it is a 14 K Gold Plate Cuff Bracelet Stud with Light Blue Glit...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Enamel, 14k Gold
Vintage style Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver elephant bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond elephant oxidized silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 10.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diam...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Rose Cut Diamonds Bracelet With Center Stone Tourmaline In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite bracelet brings together timeless beauty and bold design. Handcrafted with 13.66g of 14K gold and 39.22g of silver, the piece features a striking 3.50ct tourmaline cen...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver