Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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Antique Moonstone and 9 Carat Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These moonstones are clean with a subtle blue glow that catches the light. The stones are simply set and slightly graduate in size. Length: 15.5cm Stones vary from 11.5x8mm to 8x6m...
Moonstone, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Diamond and Red Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Denver, CO
This glamorous late Edwardian/early Art Deco bangle bracelet features eight oval shaped natural red rubies totaling approximately 2.00 carats and fifty-three sparkling Old European-c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Metal Core Engraved Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous metal core bangle has wonderful engraving and is coated in 9ct gold. Inner diameter widest point: 6.1cm Inner circumference: 17.2cm Bangle Width: 16mm Weight: 31g
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Sapphire and Pearl Tennis Bracelet, Unisex
Located in Marcianise, IT
Designed to perfectly complement our Floral Festoon Necklace, this exquisite "Retro-style" bracelet is a masterpiece of romantic elegance. Hand...
Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Metal Engraved Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous yellow metal bangle has wonderful engraving and also has the words 'MARY K.R CHURCH, THE LODGE, NEWPORT PAGNELL, OVMC-5-4' engraved onto it....
An Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond line bracelet, alternately set with twenty two old brilliant-cut diamonds with approximate total weight of 2.2 carats and twenty two round pear...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The detailed bangle holds two diamond points and a ruby all set in decorative settings. The ruby measures 10pts. The detail on this bangle is stunning and so intricate. Modelled in ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique Diamond and Pearl 14 Carat Gold Bangle In Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bangle is absolutely fabulous! The bangle has diamonds and pearls set within it. The diamond total of this bangle is 96pts. Modelled in 14 carat gold and stones set in platinum....
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold
Circa 1900s Edwardian Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Dragon Bangle
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 32 grams (All Items Total) Stone Details: Type: Diamond (natural) Weight: 1.50ct, total weight ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Three Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Diamond sterling silver gold bracelets
Located in Delhi, DL
No one ever said,' " these are too many diamond bracelets!" So.. We are here with this beautiful natural diamond bracelet stack. This stack of gorgeous natural uncut rose cut sterlin...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
An Edwardian diamond bracelet
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond bracelet, featuring two interwoven rows of diamonds, one row of single old brilliant-cut diamonds each rubover-set to a curving knife edge mount, and the other r...
Diamond, Platinum
Title: Estate Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Bangle - VHK#499B
Located in Hicksville, NY
Title: Estate Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Bangle - VHK#499B Item Details: Year: 1900s Metal Type: 14K Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.43 grams (All Items...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond 18 KT Silver Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
This charming antique bracelet is Edwardian period, circa1905 Hand crafted of solid 18 KT yellow gold topped by silver Charming scroll openwork link design typical of the era, surmou...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian 1.00ct Diamond Bangle, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this stunning bangle features a total of 1.00 carat in old cut diamonds on display. At its centre sits the largest stone at 0.40 carat, with the addition...
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro Cosmopolitan Wide Cuff Bracelet 18kt Gold 12451*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Rare Cosmopolitan Retro Link Bracelet 16mm wide 18kt Gold 27.9 grams
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Gate Bracelet, 1913
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1913, this Edwardian gate bracelet, is meticulously handcrafted from 18 carat yellow gold and fastens with a lovely heart-sh...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Turquoise and Seed Pearl Bangle, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bangle 9ct Gold Circa 1900 An elegant Edwardian gold bangle featuring a central row of turquoise cabochons alternating with natural s...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous bracelet crafted from a harmonious blend of 18ct yellow gold and platinum. This Edwardian piece showcases an elegant openwork design and features vibrant red ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 15ct Two Colour Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Rope Twist Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rope Bangle 15ct Gold Circa 1910 A captivating original Edwardian hinged bangle crafted in luxurious two-tone 15ct gold. Designed with an intertwining rope-twist motif, t...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Edwardian Platinum Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Edwardian Platinum Wire Link woven Bracelet, measuring 7 1/8 inches in length and 1 inch wide. Very finely made of Platinum wire strung through 3 M.M. fine Whitish Pink L...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Edwardian Coral, Diamond, and Pearl Bracelet by JE Caldwell
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 18k, by J.E. Caldwell, Philadelphia. This romantic bracelet from the esteemed Philadelphia jewelry house, J.E. Caldwell, is set with warm pink coral, natural cultured pea...
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$19,606 / item
Edwardian 2.00 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Here we have delightful diamond set bracelet dating back to the early stages of the 20th century. This antique piece showcases a series of interlocking circular links, each adorned w...
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Kenneth Jay Lane Gilt Metal Woven Bracelet
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Kenneth Jay Lane statement bracelet. Gold tone metal chevron that is ribbed and put together to look like a woven pattern. 0.75" thick and heavy. The gold is warm and looks gor...
Gilt Metal
Edwardian Diamond Bracelet 7.00 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Discover unparalleled elegance with this exquisite Edwardian diamond bracelet, circa 1915, featuring a stunning 7.00 carats of natural, hand-set diamonds. Crafted in luxurious platin...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Era 20 Carat Old Euro Cut Diamond Bracelet in Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian platinum bracelet mounting 115 Old European cut natural diamonds. All are set in a well-engineered, flexible, bezel setting. This bracelet features expertly old cut diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond 18 Carat Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fantastic pearl and rose cut diamond bracelet is modelled in 18ct gold with platinum settings for the diamonds. Each link with the diamond and pearl on it measure 9mm long. The bracelet is fastened using a bolt clip...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Edwardian 12.50 carat Sapphire Bracelet. Square Sapphire 1.60ct Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Sapphire Weight: 12.50ct Total Sapphire Cut: Square Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: ~1.60ct Total Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Stone ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl 14 Carat Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bracelet holds sapphires and pearls in the glossy gold links. Connecting these links are panels with rose cut diamonds set in platinum. The four sapphires total 20pts and the ro...
Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
1920s English 18 carat gold and engraved enamel chain bracelet
Located in London, GB
This unique 1920s English 18 carat gold bracelet consists of 8 delicate filigree chains. The buckle is a flawless example of engraved enamel. Beautifully made, it is a striking piece...
Gold, Enamel
14KT Yellow Gold Edwardian Amethyst and Seed Pearl Filigree Panel Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This Edwardian 14KT yellow gold bracelet features eight hinged filigree panels, each centering a bezel-set oval cut amethyst surrounded by a border of seed pearls. Total amethyst wei...
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Bangle
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful 18ct yellow gold bangle from the Edwardian era. The bangle features a central sapphire surrounded by a border of rose cut diamonds and a further 8 diamonds on eac...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Paste and Silver Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous bracelet holds orbs of purple paste which catch the light beautifully. This bracelet and the paste are all modelled in silver. Length: 18cm Width: 8mm Weight: 16.7g
Silver
Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Enamel 18K Gold Platinum Race Horse Antique Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a jockey in riding gear atop a racehorse pavé set with diamonds Rose and single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.20 carat total Jockey features opaque red, white, an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
A Fine Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Fine Edwardian natural pearl and diamond bracelet, the thirty-nine pearls, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be natural pearls...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Rose Gold Heart Padlock Double Curb Bracelet, British 1917
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique Edwardian bracelet crafted in solid 18-carat rose gold, British hallmarked for 1917. This rare piece features two tiers of substantial curb links, giving it a lux...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver 5 Carat Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Edwardian Estate Composition: 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Primary Stones: Natural French Cut Sapphires Total Carat Weight: Approximately 5 Carats Accent Stones: Rose C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Faceted Amethyst Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Bracelet 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian gold bracelet. Beautifully handmade, the bracelet is set with two rows of fabulous, faceted amethysts. E...
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond bracelet, consisting of nine marquise-shaped diamond-set openwork links, each to the centre with a round nat...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,764Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Edwardian 15.6g 9K Gold Curb Chased Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian gold bracelet, comprising plain and chased curb links, a padlock clasp, and safety chain, in 9 karat rosy yellow gold. This beautiful bracelet is made up of hollow curb...
9k Gold
Edwardian Diamond Monogram Bracelet in 10K White Gold
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful Edwardian monogram bracelet features a combination of Old Mine Cut and single cut antique diamonds in 10k white gold. The focal point of the bracelet is a delicate ova...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$22,000 / item
Edwardian French Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and magnificently handcrafted Edwardian bracelet from ca 1910. Bezel set with bright white diamonds and detailed with milligrain on top of the bezel, the flexibl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique French 18k Gold Plat, GIA Pearl Sapphire Emerald Engraved Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and truly elegant antique Edwardian period bracelet was crafted in France from solid 18k yellow gold and features outstanding floral leaf open work links with fine q...
Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Venice, CA
One of our favorite things to do here at Kirsten’s Corner is find bar pins from the Edwardian and Art Deco eras and have our jeweler gently bend them into beautiful bangles. This pie...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Emerald Bangle Snake Bracelet Silver 14K Gold American 1900s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Edwardian Diamond Emerald Bangle Snake Bracelet Silver Top 14K American Gold 1900s 27.1 gram Acid tested 14K Gold, Silver top Outer diameter; 2.5 inch by 2.25 inch, with 1/4 inch T...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Agate and 9 Carat Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this bracelet are 6 stunning agate stones with brown, grey and white tones running through them. The stones are set in simple settings which are modelled in 9ct gold. Length...
Agate, Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian era Six Row Gate Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gate Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Discover the elegance of our stunning 15ct Gold Edwardian Gate Bracelet, a true testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era....
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Cabochon Sapphire Pearl Enamel Gold Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This stylish and unusual Edwardian era antique bracelet is crafted in 14K gold. The wider links of the bracelet are covered with opa...
Blue Sapphire
$29,600Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-20th Century Platinum Diamond Bracelet, 1.5ct Center Stone, Unisex
Located in New York, NY
Center diamond approx. 1.5ct, other eight diamonds approx. 1.0ct each.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Sapphire Diamond Bangle Bracelet - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Sapphire Diamond Bangle Bracelet - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian natural sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet is crafted in 18k yello...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$16,500
Edwardian Diamond Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, Platinum, Germany. This fashionable filigree bracelet features 4.0 carats of fine white diamonds (G, VS-SI1). The design is ornate, crisp, geometric, and effortlessly s...
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Edwardian 14K Rose Gold Opal and Old Mine Diamond Bangle - VHK#1028
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Edwardian 14K Rose Gold Opal and Old Mine Diamond Bangle - VHK#1028 Item Details: Opals are natural, with great color play. Old mine cut diamonds are approximately .25ct tota...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 4.48 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 9k Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.48 carat sapphire and 0.23 carat diamond, 9 karat rose gold and platinum set bracelet; part of our diverse sapphire jewelry collections. Th...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Filigree Link Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Filigree Link Bracelet. This incredible Edwardian old cut diamond filigree link bracelet is...
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Bangle Rigid Bracelet With 36 Rose Cut Diamonds Set in Platinum
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 18 karat yellow gold bangle/rigid bracelet with 36 rose cut diamonds set in platinum manufactured circa 1900, most likely in France. Th...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique 2.16 Carat Ruby and 1.26 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.16 carat ruby and 1.26 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum set bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique bracelet has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The bracelet consists of four sets of articulating links, incorporating two platinum oval designs interlacing with a yellow gold lozenge shaped motif ornamented with twenty channel set square faceted cut rubies. These intricately conjoined links alternate with a trilogy arrangement, embellished with a stunning central collet set round faceted cut ruby, flanked by two impressive collet set Old European cut diamonds. This impressive antique ruby and diamond bracelet secures with a push fit clasp, subtly integrated into one of the trilogy style links The stunning bracelet is hallmarked to the side of the setting with the maker's mark (B&S). This antique bracelet has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 14k gold and platinum. This impressive Edwardian ruby and diamond bracelet is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. The design of this stunning antique ruby bracelet...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Style Ruby & Diamond Bangle
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
An Edwardian style hinged bangle crafted in yellow gold, featuring natural rubies and early double and triple old cut diamonds set in an intricate bead settings with fine gallery wor...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearls 5.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Bracelet
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Pearls embody elegance, exude delightful charm, and invite endless creativity. Pearls are perfectly complement your everyday ensemble, adding a touch of sophistication and grace. Emb...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming bracelet showcasing a refined design, meticulously crafted from platinum. This antique piece has been taken from the Edwardian era and features a harmonious a...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$30,400Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Platinum Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, Early 20th Century, 9.5ct
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bracelet beautifully combines natural wild pearls with radiant old-cut diamonds, showcasing captivating luster and exquisite craftsmanship. The platinum setting enhances...
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Bangle with Cultured Pearls and Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This elegant antique bangle is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and showcases a central row of 13 graduated cultured pearls, ranging in size from approximately 7.05mm to 5.2mm. Flanke...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold