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.
Victorian Gold Filled Paste Set Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Paste Set Bangle from the 19th Century. Set with ruby pastes and faux half pearls on the top with hinged opening. 3/8" wide. 1880's USA.
Gold-filled
Sterling Silver Bracelet Signed by John Millward Banks, Birmingham, Dated 1885
Located in valatie, NY
Sterling Silver Hinged Bangle Bracelet Signed by John Millward Banks, Birmingham. Initialed "J.M.B" With Date Letter for 1885-6. The firm...
Sterling Silver
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 14K Cobalt Blue Enamel Snake Bracelet with Pearls
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This amazing 14K Yellow Gold Snake Bracelet is very special. This bracelet is done in Cobalt Blue Enamel, etched gold and Ruby Eyes. It also has (13) Thirteen pearls on the head at...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Double Snake Bracelet Coiled Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Bangle
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian double coiled snake bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s). Red and green enamel adorn the snakes. Some loss to the ename...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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
Antique Victoriam Shell Cameo of Mars 14 Karat Gold on a Bakelite Bangle
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual bangle has been decorated with a finely carved Victoran shell cameo of Mars. The cameo has been mounted on a bakelite bangle in 1920 ca.
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Turquoise Bracelet, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 9 carat rose gold, this charming 1900s bracelet featured five turquoise set equally across it’s length. The 18cm bracelet weighs 6.5 grams and sits beautifully on the wris...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
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
Victorian 9K Gold Gate Bracelet with Padlock Heart Clasp
Located in Venice, CA
This 9k gold English Victorian gate bracelet is a variation of a classic design that uses the parallel lines of the bracelet segments to define what is known as a gate bracelet. In t...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 15K Gold & Silver 1.28ctw Old Cut Diamond Flower Bangle and Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and yellow gold bangle, comprising old large old mine cut diamond, thirty smaller old cut diamonds, and four rose cut diamonds, set in silver and 15 kara...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Brutalist Cuff Diamond Stud Bracelet Black Enamel 14k Gold Plated Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Cuff, White Diamond Star Setting in Stud Bracelet, Black Enamel & 14k Gold Plated Brass Size: Small/Medium, 55 mm diameter Designer: J DAUPHIN The Star Stud Cuff is a ri...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
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
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Amethyst Chain Bangle Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Victorian chain bangle bracelet. It is crafted in 14K gold. The piece features three amethysts. Circa 1890. Weight: 10.20g Inner circumference: ~16cm IMPORTANT: F...
Amethyst, Gold
Antique Victorian / Aesthetic Gold-Filled Watch Fob/Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold-filled Aesthetic Movement charm. With a gold-filled body in a rectangular shape Bezel-set to its sides with alternating turquoise and red colored glass cabochon...
Gold-filled
Silver Cuff Black Diamond Bracelet Truth Spiritual Letter Statement Cuff
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling Silver “TRUTH” Letter Cuff Bangle with Black Diamonds – Kabbalistic and Universal Spiritual Jewelry Size: Small ( can be custom made in other sizes ) This custom-made cuff...
Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian 14K Rose Gold & Rose Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
A beautiful rose gold and diamond bracelet from the Victorian era. This piece of jewelry features 7 gorgeous rose cut diamonds that are arranged from the center in a descending order...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,650Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.8 grams. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has K color and s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.20 ct. Total lenght is brace...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gate Bracelet 15ct Gold Tagged & Stamped Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian gate bracelet. The outer edge links are yellow gold with the centre links a lovely rose gold...
Gold, 15k Gold
Certified natural uncut rose cut Diamonds oxidized sterling silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite Victorian-inspired diamond bracelet. This stunning hinged bangle is a true masterpiece, meticulously crafted to evoke the g...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Victorian 200.54cttw Natutal Emerald and Opal Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary bracelet is a captivating fusion of vibrant emeralds and stone semi, creating a breathtaking piece of jewelry. It is shaped like a crown and has a line of diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
15ct Gold Victorian Double Row Fox Tail Link Bracelet with Gold & Enamel Beads
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albertina Bracelet 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning two-tone 15ct gold Victorian Albertina bracelet. This exquisite p...
Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Triple Line Bracelet, Russian, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
A harmony of movement, light, and old-world mastery. Crafted in Russia at the height of the 19th century, this antique bracelet features a lyrical interplay of diamonds and sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 5.7 Cttw Natural Baroque Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Victorian necklace is made of 18K and 925 sterling silver, and it has a wonderful strand of baroque pearls, diamonds. The focal of the piece is a coconut shaped object...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
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
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Tracery Enamel Anchor Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An Antique late nineteenth century tracery enamel bracelet comprised of graduating disks of engraved gold with a black enamel anchor circa 1890. The unus...
18k Gold, Enamel
Light Blue Enamel Cuff Heart Bracelet Ruby Diamond Truth Faith Spiritual
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Blue Enamel Cuff Heart Bracelet Ruby Diamond Truth Faith Spiritual Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass, this cuff bracelet features a heart centerpiece s...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Antique 18k Yellow Gold & Oval Faceted Citrine Bracelet
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
A stunning, fine and impressive 25 carat citrine and 18 carat yellow gold link bracelet This antique bracelet features three large oval faceted yellow citrines, the largest at 15 ca...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Enamel Hand Painted Butterfly Cuff
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare example of a Victorian Silver Cuff with an attached plaque of a hand painted orange blue and brown butterfly about to land on a spray of flowers. The butterfly has company as ...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
An important Victorian diamond carved half-hoop bangle
Located in London, GB
An important Victorian diamond carved half-hoop bangle, the nine old European-cut diamonds graduating in size from the centre, weighing 24.04 carats in total, accompanied by GIA cert...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Amazing 19th Century Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Antique Snake Bracelet from the mid 19th Century. The head and tail of the snake are composed of beautifully detailed, chased 18k gold with large cabochon sapphires for the s...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Classic Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 7.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: white a...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver-Topped 18KT Gold Emerald and Rose-Cut Diamond Bangle
Located in Braintree, GB
A fine Victorian hinged bangle in 18KT gold with a traditional silver topped gemstone setting. The upper section is set with thirteen square cut emeralds alternating with rectangular...
18k Gold
Princess Cut Rainbow Sapphire 14k Gold Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Rainbow Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Princess Cut Gemstone Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry BRMJOS-453 Details:- Item Code:- BRMJOS-453 Material - Solid 14K Yellow Gold Gross Weight - 7.08 ...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Fine French Garnet and Enamel 19th Century Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional French Garnet and Enamel 19th Century Bracelet of fine enamel, foiled back garnets with natural pearls. French manufacture with appropriate hallmarks of silver. 1850's France. Beautiful quality 19th Century jewel...
Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Victorian 18KT Gold Graduated Sapphire Bangle
Located in Braintree, GB
A Victorian hinged bangle in 18KT yellow gold, set to the front with a single row of graduated natural blue sapphires. The design is elegant and restrained, with the sapphires formin...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian / Aesthetic Gold-Filled or Gold Plated Bracelet Charm or Fob
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian or Aesthetic Movement charm. With a gold-filled cube shaped body. Having applied wirework and granulation throughout. Each of the cube's 6 sides with a ce...
Gold-filled, Gold Plate
$2,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Bohemian Garnet Necklace Bracelet Earrings Star Moon Victorian Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
One of the finest Victorian Bohemian Garnet Parure with Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings that we have ever seen. The Garnet Necklace is a masterpiece of V...
Garnet, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Tanzanite Bracelet Black Enamel Bangle Faith Cross Spiritual Jewelry J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross Bracelet Tanzanite Black Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cross Bracelet is handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass with hand-painted black enamel finish. A ...
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Star Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval shaped bangle bead set with old mine cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.40 carats total - H color with VS2 clarity Each set in graved star motifs across front ...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 22.50ct Amethyst Bracelet, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1900s, this bracelet is made up of nine oval shaped Amethyst gemstones. They are a beautiful light purple with each stone weighing 2.50 carat each for a total of 2...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Natural Diamond Turquoise Gemstone 14k Gold Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry 6.5"
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Designer Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry 6.5" Details:- Item Code:- BRMJ-218 Material - Solid 14K Yellow Gold Gross Weight - 11.26 Grams ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl Coral Diamond Locket Flower Bangle 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Fascinating romantic example of antique bangle, engraved inside 10th April 1856 – hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold – English origin Beautiful carved flower design center piece, decor...
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
43 carat Carved tourmaline rosecut diamond bracelet
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
43 carat Carved tourmaline rosecut diamond bracelet natural pink hand carved tourmaline with hand set rosecut diamonds Silver 27.7 gms Rosecut Diamond 3 carats Tourmaline ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 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 Rose Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful 14ct yellow gold bracelet from the Victorian era. The focal point of the bracelet is a large rose cut centre stone which is surrounded by an array of furthe...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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
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
Miriam Haskell Baroque Pearl Fringe Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival faux pearl fringe bracelet of signature baroque pearls and Russian gilt incised bars creating a fringed pearl border. Hexagon clasp with baroque pe...
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
A 14K Solid Gold Charm Double Link Bracelet
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K solid gold charm bracelet. It depicts a yellow gold double link chain bracelet with four gold charms. The charms are a Westminster...
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Engraved Enamel 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Flushing, NY
Victorian Engraved Enamel 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet Hand fabricated in 14K gold, the Victorian hinged bangle is embellished with a unique hand-engrav...
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$3,290Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1870s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 22.7 grams. Totally is diamond about 2.20 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.50 carat. Total leng...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Carnelian Diamond Cameo Bracelet 18 Kt Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
The octagonal clasp is set with Carnelian cameo skillful carving depicting the bust of a neoclassical lady, within a border of rose cut Diamonds giving out lovely sparkle and white t...
Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$520Sale Price|20% Off
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
Star Cuff Brutalist Bracelet White Diamond Green Enamel Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Star Cuff Brutalist Bracelet White Diamond Green Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Eight-Pointed Star Stud Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass, featurin...
White Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, 14k Gold
Cabochon Emerald Victorian 14k Gold Mesh Bag
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating mesh evening bag crafted from 14k yellow gold. The bag features an intricate chainmail design, exuding a luxurious and timeless appeal. Its frame is adorned with a deli...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Cameo Pearl Gold Multi Row Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 14k gold 4 row bracelet, featuring two hardstone cameo stations, depicting a lady's profile, surrounded with pearls. Bracelet is 7" lo...
Pearl, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian 14K Gold & Amethyst Watch Fob
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and amethyst watch fob. In 14 karat yellow gold. With engraved decoration through and a bezel-set amethyst cabochon in a wavy ...
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Art Deco Vintage Bangle 14k Yellow Gold Circa early 1900's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage old Bangle Bracelet Art Deco Style Design circa early 1900's (or before) 14k Yellow Gold approx 37.60 grams Natural Diamonds Approx 1.0 carat G-H-SI-I1 Width; approx 25mm Pre...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold