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 Scottish Granite Bracelet Sterling Silver Padlock Hair Locket
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian bracelet was handcrafted in the middle of the 19th century in Scotland. Five grey and pink facetted granite elements, sometimes called pebbles, are set in engraved sil...
Sterling 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
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
Amethyst Bracelet Black Enamel Bangle White Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst Bracelet Black Enamel White Diamond Bangle Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Amethyst Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass and finished with hand painted black enamel...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN The Sculptural Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass and finished with hand painted midnight blue g...
Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian opal & diamond bangle bracelet (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14k yellow gold. Cabochon cut opals graduate in size from 5.25mm x 4.50mm to...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Gold Turquoise and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 1870's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1870's Provenance: England Weight: 28,30 gr Diameter: 5.6 cm Inner circumference: 16.5 cm This beautiful rigid bracelet, made in yellow gold, presents three pavés of turquo...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k 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
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
Light Cuff White Diamond Bracelet Spiritual Statement 14k Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Cuff White Diamond Bracelet Spiritual Statement 14k Gold Plated Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in a 14k gold finish over brass, this structural open-back cuff bracelet featu...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Victorian 18K Gold Micromosaic Bracelet, Rome, Circa 1860, 48.66g
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1860 ca. Provenance: Rome Italy Lenght: 18 cm x 34 cm Weight: 48,66 gr The bracelet dates to 1860 circa and is made up of six micromosaics set in 18-carat gold, depicting t...
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 Victorian 9 Carat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet in Box the most beautiful detailed ruby and diamond bangle, truly excellent! The item comes with the box! Meas...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Unusual Etruscan Scrollwork Coral Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, elegant Etruscan Coral Bangle from the mid 19th Century. Hand made scroll work gold filled metal setting with genuine coral cab at center. .75" ...
Coral, Gilt Metal
Antique 8.83ct Moonstone 3.50cttw Old European Cut Diamond Ring/Bracelet Combo
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A very special antique bracelet and ring combination piece. The featured moonstone is exceptional and deserving of multiple ways of wearing it, ergo, the modular design of the moonst...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet Heart Bangle Bracelet Diamond White Enamel Gold As Above So Below
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Garnet Heart Bangle Bracelet Diamond White Enamel Gold As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN The Garnet Heart Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with a hand applied whi...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Micromosaic Bird Pendant or Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian gold & micromosaic pendant or charm for a charm bracelet. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a central bezel-set micromosaic of a white bird on black background...
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k rose and yellow gold. Circa late 1800s (the clap was added in mid-late 20th century) Size 7 3/4 inches
14k Gold
Antique Victorian 9K Gold Seed Pearl Etruscan Revival Bangle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian seed pearl, and rosy-yellow gold bangle, comprising seven seed pearls, in 9 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Antique 9K Gold Pearl Bangle, is the Etrusc...
Pearl, 9k Gold
Victorian Amethyst Riviere 18 KT Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
This very beautiful antique bracelet is Victorian period, 1890 circa. Italian origin. a line of rectangular multi links finely polished centred by natural Amethysts in cabochon cut. ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Pique Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pique Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1880 Fabulous Victorian Pique (Tortoise Shell) Bracelet. Beautiful ‘Beehive’ Shaped Links, Inl...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Opal Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Opal Bangle Bracelet - The bangle contains 9 round opals with green/blue play of color. The filigree design is mounted on a florentine finish bangle...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel Eight Pointed Star Designer: J DAUPHIN The Star Stud Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass finished with hand p...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Rare Locket Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An incredible Victorian bracelet circa 1875. Made sturdy with extra fine craftsmanship, this unique "Locket Bracelet" features a locket which is typica...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$3,641Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 18k Gold Victorian Circa 1900s Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 17.6 grams. Totally is diamond about 3 ct. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-N-P-Yellow color and S1-S2-S3-Pique1....
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
Star Cuff Bracelet Diamond Green Enamel Gold Eight Pointed Star Celestial
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Star Cuff Bracelet Diamond Green Enamel Gold Eight Pointed Star Celestial Open Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN Diamond star cuff in 14k gold plated brass by J Dauphin, a series of raise...
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, 14k Gold
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 9 Carat Rose Gold Fancy Albert or Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous chain is made up of a faceted belcher link. There is a dog clip for fastening and a t-bar. Length: 33cm Width: 8-4.5mm Weight: 21.8g
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Victorian Figaro Link Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Lovely, Victorian yellow gold, figaro link bracelet. Features a bolt ring clasp fastening. Measures Approx Length 8 1/8 Inches...
15k 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
Victorian Cushion-Shape No Heat Sapphire Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Fantastic Victorian 18-karat gold and sapphire bracelet, set with a graduated line of cushion-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 22.50 carats, completed by a simple link strap, ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Hallmarked Silver Ivy Leaf Bangle 1884
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An antique Victorian Hallmarked Silver Ivy Leaf Bangle dating to 1884. Victorian hallmarked silver bangles are defined by their form. Most date to the mid to late 19th century - so...
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 9carat gold bangle has delicate detail. The gold is glossy and smooth. The bangle is opened with a classic bangle fastening and has a safety...
Gold
Pink Bracelet Heart Cuff Ruby Truth Faith J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Cuff Bracelet Ruby Diamond Pink Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Truth & Faith Cuff is a 14k gold-plated brass open bracelet featuring hand-painted pa...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Victorian Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The 9 carat gold is bright and the bangle has so much detail. The detailed panel holds a rose cut diamond and rubies set in star settings. Either side of the decorative panel is rope...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique Neo-Etruscan Gold Large Buckle Bracelets, Mid-19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful pair of antique Neo-Etruscan bracelets is a stunning example of elegance and intricate craftsmanship. The bracelets are crafted in yellow gold-filled finish, the brace...
Gold-filled, Gold
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Bracelet Details: Material: 18k yellow gold, amethyst, seed pearls Bracelet length: 18cm and 16cm (has 2 hoops for different wrist size...
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold
14k Gold and Colored Stone Mid-20th Century "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Mid-20th century slide bracelet is from a genre of similar pieces, all derived and created as a tribute to slides which were primarily used in Victorian period ladies necklaces....
Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye,...
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Cabochon Sapphire Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful 18k yellow gold bracelet featuring oval links with Rose cut diamond bars connected by cabochon sapphire buttons.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Serpent Mourning Hair Bracelet
Located in Wallkill, NY
1860's Victorian Gold Serpent mourning Hair bracelet. Serpent Head and tail is made of 14k Gold. the rest of bracelet is made of Hair.
14k Gold
Opal Bangle with Diamond in Black Enamel, Gold Pear Cut Bracelet J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Bangle with Diamond in Black Enamel, Gold Pear Cut Bracelet J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN Available for immediate delivery. Opal bangle in 14k gold plated brass with a black ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique creation of the Victorian era is a serpent bracelet dating from the mid-to-late 19th century - the snake is artfully created in yellow gold and set with ruby e...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Gold and Pink Topaz Bracelet with Heart-Shaped Padlock Clasp
Located in New York, NY
An antique early Victorian topaz and gold belcher link padlock bracelet, the finely chased links decorated with a clover-leaf rinceau over a stippled background, completed by a heart...
Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold and Citrine Gemstone Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
What makes this Victorian 14k gold bracelet so beautiful are the magnificent, well-matched amber hued citrine gemstones that have stunning ...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An exquisite antique Victorian 9ct gold curb chain bracelet from the 19th century featuring nine unique fobs, five of which are in the form of watch keys. Seven fobs can be rotated a...
Agate, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold
Victorian Citrine 14K Gold Bracelet Triple Strand Links Filigree 7.5 Inches
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CITRINE 14 KARAT GOLD TRIPLE STRAND FILIGREE LINK BRACELET. The bracelet dates to the Victorian period. It has a fabulous oval faceted Citrine g...
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 9k Gold Opal & Rose Cut Diamond Wide Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Opals - Round Cabochon Cut - Star Pave Set - White Base Color w/ Play of Color - 3.5 - 3.9 mm (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rose Cut - St...
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold
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
Victorian Salmon Coral Bracelet, circa 1880 Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Victorian, Belle Epoque bracelet set with natural Salmon Coral cabochons of extraordinary beauty. It is very rare to find ...
Coral
Tanzanite Bracelet Black Enamel Bangle Greek Cross As Above J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross Bracelet Tanzanite Black Enamel Scripture Bangle Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cross Bracelet is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with hand painted black enamel. A tanzani...
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, 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
Antique bracelet with garnet and pearls, Austria-Hungary 1872-1922.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique bracelet with garnet and pearls, Austria-Hungary 1872-1922. Antique bracelet made of 14-karat gold. Ornate bracelet with a central oval natural garnet. The bracelet is also...
Garnet, Pearl, 14k 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 mixed metals two-tone gold-filled or gold plated body. In the form of a sphere with raised floral devices and geometric...
Gold-filled, Gold Plate
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
Pink Sapphire Heart Cuff Bracelet Sterling Silver Studded Bangle J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Sapphire Heart Cuff Bracelet Sterling Silver Studded Bangle J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN Sterling silver open cuff bracelet featuring a central heart set with natural pink sa...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Divine Child Sapphire Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet White Enamel Gold J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Child Sapphire Diamond Star Cuff Bracelet White Enamel Gold J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is a sculptural gold-plated brass bracelet with hand-painted...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
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
$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
Uncut Diamond & Emerald Bracelet 18K Gold Plated Victorian Style
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Victorian Style Uncut Diamond Bracelet The handcrafted stunning bracelet features 67 uncut natural diamond about 11.720 Carat, and round cut Emerald about 4.380 Carat mounted in 18K ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver