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.
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 Victorian 4.90 Carat Moonstone and Seed Pearl Rose Gold Bangle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 4.90 carat moonstone and seed pearl, 15 karat rose gold bangle; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine ...
Moonstone, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique diamond and tourmaline bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian carved gold half hoop bangle set with alternating tourmalines and old mine–cut diamonds, circa late 19th century. Crafted in 15 karat gold, the bangle is designed as a h...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 15k Gold, 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, thia Victorian hinged bangle is embellished with a hand-engraved tex...
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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
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
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 Gold and Enamel Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 10k rose gold and black enamel. Circa 1882 Size 5 3/4
10k Gold
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 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
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
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
19th Century English 15 Carat Gold Persian Turquoise, Pearl and Diamond Bangle
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderfully elegant antique bangle containing Persian turquoise, natural pearls and rose cut diamonds. Made in England in the 19th century, this piece exemplifies the Victorian's love for colorful and exotic styles. The beautiful patina of hundred-plus year old gold jewelry...
$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
$17,500
Rare Gothic Revival Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century French sterling silver bracelet with gold highlights and enamel from the school of Froment Meurice. Designed in the Gothic Revival taste with heraldic symbols inclu...
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
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
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
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Tassel Mesh Bracelet Crescent Slide
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic Victorian 14K yellow gold enamel tassel bracelet. The gold mesh bracelet terminates in a multi-fringed tassel and is mounted with a crescent moon-shaped slide clasp deco...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 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
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
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver and Banded Agate Buckle Bracelet, c1870-1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian Scottish silver and banded agate bracelet, dating from circa 1870-1880 and made in the tradition of Scottish pebble jewelry. The bracelet is composed of articul...
Agate, Silver
$4,798Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Etruscan Revival Solid Gold Twisted Tube Wire Bypass Slip On Cuff Bangle
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 22k Wire Bangle w/ 18k Gold End Balls Weight: 20 Grams Chain Type: Slip on Bypass Cuff Bangle Bracelet Chain Length: Will Comfortably Fit Up To 7 Inch Wrist (fitted o...
Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique blue enamel and diamond buckle bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian blue enamel and old-mine-cut diamond bracelet in the form of a buckled closure, in 18k. Atw diamonds 8.00 cts. Paris. Maker's Poinçon, I.R. Adjustable
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
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
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 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 Dutch Four-Strand Garnet Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Dutch four-strand garnet bracelet, dating from the second half of the 19th century to around 1900. The bracelet is composed of four rows of richly colored, faceted garnet...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
$10,179Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond & Ruby Enamel Repousse Work Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This jaw dropping antique bangle bracelet is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold in the early Victorian period. The incredible design features a dramatic center piece that is decorated ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
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 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...
Gold Open Cuff Star Medallion Heavy Link Chain Bracelet
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Open Cuff Star Medallion Heavy Link Chain Bracelet Designer J DAUPHIN The Star Chain Bracelet is a substantial, weighted open cuff handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass. Designed...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
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
$11,968Sale Price / item|44% Off
Enamel Bangle late 18 Century Sacred Midnight Blue with Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Viena, Viena
a historical bangle from the late 18th century, when enamel jewelery was very fashionable and especially the sacred MIDNIGHT BLUE in combination with WHITE and glittering diamonds, a...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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
Antique Diamond Bird Bangle of Silver Topped 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique bangle bracelet (circa 1880-1900) features bird with a prong set 0.56ct natural vivid purplish red cushion cut ruby in its beak and a leaded glass paste eye, set in 98% ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond Ruby Silver Rose Gold Bracelet, 1890s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous elegant antique bracelet created in Europe in the 1890's. The highlights of this unique piece are the finest quality raspberry color graduating natural rubies specially pre-...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
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
Victorian Green Enamel Diamond Snake Bangle 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvelous Snake bangle is Victorian period 1890 ca Impressive in design wrapping twice around the wrist with a large head and spectacular guilloche enamel work of rich luxurious...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
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
Antique English Victorian Gold and Diamond Snake Link Bracelet
Located in Denver, CO
Three antique diamonds (one Old Mine-cut and two rose-cuts) totaling approximately 0.12 carats, H color SI clarity, adorn the snake's head and eyes in this exquisite Victorian-era li...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Antique Yellow Gold Floral Bangle Bracelet, Italy Circa 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a delicate stylized floral motif accented by a green tourmaline, crystals, pearls and an amethyst enclosed in a white enamel border. Mounted in yellow gold. The bangle...
Amethyst, Crystal, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise - The oval turquoise measures 7x5mm and the 4 round turquoise measures 3mm...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 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
Wonderful Victorian Coral Coiled Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Victorian snake bracelet of genuine coral beads wired on a coiled metal core capped with finely detailed repousee gold filled snake h...
Coral, Pinchbeck
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
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet (#J4362) Victorian cameo bracelet made with yellow and rose gold extra large sli...
14k Gold
Antique Victorian French Rose Cut Diamond Gold Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 18k rose gold and silver bangle bracelet, adorned with 13 rose cut diamonds - each stone approx. 0.25ct, total 3.25cts. Made in France. Bracelet will fit an approx....
Diamond, Gold, Silver
A Very Rare Antique Enamel Bracelet attributed to Froment Meurice
By François-Désiré Froment-Meurice
Located in New York, NY
A Very Rare Antique Enamel Bracelet. Attributed to Froment Meurice With original fitted box from Froment Meurice Gold and Steel. French, 19th century Depicted in a full page spread in the "The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian...
18k Gold, Steel
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Purple Stones
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Purple Stones - The bangle's width is .75 inches. The inside diameter is 1.85 inches high by 2.50 inches wide. The bangle has engr...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian 14K Gold Padlock Garnet Heart Clasp Rolo Link Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1840’s, the centerpiece of this 14k gold bracelet is a heart shape padlock clasp with a garnet carbuncle. The oval cabochon has a high profile and blood red glow—the gold b...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,960Sale Price|20% 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
Victorian Diamond Floral Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Victorian bangle crafted from a rosey toned 14ct yellow gold. This antique piece features intricate floral motifs adorned with chunky old mine cut diamonds. The diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Flower Panel Silver Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Silver Cuff with central cartouche of flowers. Unusual design depicts a panel which is screwed onto the cuff like a picture fr...
Silver
Victorian 14K Gold Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Star Bracelet circa 1880s
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 14 karat gold bracelet has a fantastic design, with celestial motifs made up of sparkly rose cut diamonds, enamel and a pearl. The bracelet has a yellow gold dome at ce...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian/Aesthetic Movement Gold-Filled Architectural Watch Fob/Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique watch fob pendant or charm. With an architectural gold-filled body. With bezel-set glass cabochons and engraving throughout. Having a fixed integral bail or jump ri...
Gold-filled
Victorian Revival Gold Amethyst & Diamond Bangle, 1980s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking hand-finished gold hinged bangle set with an elegant sequence of graduating oval-cut amethysts, each richly coloured and carefully matched, accented by bright round brilli...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 9k Rosy Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet w/ Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 9k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 15.62 Grams Type: Curb Link Length: Will Comfortably Fit a 6.25 Inches Wrist (measures on a wrist) There is an extension piece that could ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Paste Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Victorian Paste Floral Brooch from the 19th Century. 3 dimensional flower head is set in a spray of leaves and buds which are all set with pastes. 19th Century French silver...
Silver, Sterling Silver