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 14K Gold & Enamel Shell Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Victorian gold and enamel earrings. In 14 karat yellow gold. In a stylized shell form. Each with turquoise and white enamel decoration. Each with a gold ea...
14k Gold, Enamel
14k gold and silver earrings with rose-cut diamonds up to 1.00ct - 11.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.00ct – G/H - SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the earrings are 5.7 cm long by 1.2 cm wide Weight 11.7 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings ( Late 19Th / Early 20th Century)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings (19Th Century) Dangle earbobs, bright and sparkling European-cut diamonds descend like dewdrops, centered by luminous white body color pea...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 2.25 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings are 2.25 inches long. The earrings have fabulous long pendant drops with ...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 3.40ct Diamond Dangle Earrings in Silver & 18K Gold, 1890
Located in OVIEDO, AS
ANTIQUE ORIGINAL VICTORIAN DIAMOND DANGLE EARRINGS Late 19th Century. Measuring 42mm (1.65 inches) long, lustrous and lovely, these c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Pair of Antique Late 19th Century Pearl and Diamond Pendent Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A PAIR OF LATE 19TH CENTURY PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS From the top of each pearl suspending vertically set from three graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds suspending, appro...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Gold and Whitby Jet Cross Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Adorable and scarce Whitby Jet earrings carved into a cross c. 1860-70 in Whitby England. The cardinal points are capped beautifully with gold engraved scalloped edges. Whitby The ea...
10k Gold, Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 2 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Cabochon Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings have large 19mm by 11mm by 5mm deep gorgeous blood red Bohemian G...
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Crescent Moon Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
These perfect Victorian c.1850 articulated earrings are exquisitely created in glittering gold and cut steel . The crescent moon at the lobe and the cascading leaves fall to 1.75 in...
Cut Steel, 15k Gold
Antique Ruby, Diamond, and Enamel Earrings of 10k Gold and Sterling Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant pair of earrings featuring rubies, diamonds, and vivid blue enamel, crafted in sterling silver with 10 karat gold backings, and 10 karat gold ear wires. The rich combinati...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Diamond Pearl Floral Openwork Dangle Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of Victorian floral openwork dangle earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece features turquoises, rose cut diamonds and seed pearls. Circa 1890. Weight: 6.31g ...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Diamond and Mediterranean Coral Dangle Earrings late 19th Cent.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Victorian Mediterranean Salmon Pink Coral and Rose Cut Diamond Ear Pendants. These bright and cheerful 40mm, 1 1/2 inch long antique earrings...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Griffin Earrings of 14k Gold, circa 1890-1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking pair of earrings featuring finely rendered griffins (or dragons) of 14 karat gold, each accented with vivid ruby eyes and diamonds. The mythical creatures are rendered wit...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian Day and Night Aquamarine Dangle Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Victorian Aquamarine Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mid-Victorian or Grand Period (1861-1885). Victorian drop earrings, lightly handcrafted in 18K yellow gold. This Vict...
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings from the 19th Century with screw back fittings. Italian coral beads with original gold filled settings...
Coral, Gold Plate
Victorian Gold Filled Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Gold Filled Dangle Earrings from the late 19th Century. A pair of chased ovals with wreath motifs each have an urn shaped drop hanging fro...
Gold-filled
Victorian Style 18k Gold Neo-Archaeological Parure Set, 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century Bracelet diameter: 6 cm Brooch length: 5 cm Earrings length: 6 cm Total Weight: 39,5 gr The 19th-century set, in Neo-Archaeological style, is made entirely of g...
Gold, 18k Gold
1960 Victorian Banded Agate Bell Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Victorian Banded Agate Bell earrings show the result of the stone cutters creativity. You can read the jewelers mind as you study these wonders. How does he get the most of...
Agate, 15k Gold
Victorian 17.92 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Behold the opulent Victorian 17.92 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire Dangle Earrings—an artistic symphony of precious gems and intricate design that commands attention ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Ster...
Antique Dangling Victorian earrings - Floral 19th century - Pearl - Turquoise
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are thrilled to show you these magnificent heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 ct yellow gold and very detailled. These earrings were most likely crafted at the en...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Moonstone and Pearl Heart Earrings of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A romantic pair of moonstone heart earrings, each centered with a softly glowing orthoclase moonstone heart framed by a delicate halo of half pearls, mounted in 14 karat gold. The mo...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Dangling Victorian earrings - Floral 19th century - Dutch, Europe Pearl
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are thrilled to show you these magnificent Dutch heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 ct yellow, patina champagne-toned gold. These earrings were most likely crafte...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Celtic Engraved Cross Earrings of Bog Oak and Pinch Gold Ear Wires
Located in Stamford, CT
The earrings you see are Bog Oak Carved made circa 1850's in Ireland. The crosses are completely carved with celtic patterns and edged with pinchbeck. Above is a shamrock. The ear w...
10k Gold, Pinchbeck
Victorian 14.1 Cttw. Grey Cameo/Diamond Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Victorian 14.1 Cttw. Grey Cameo and Diamond Marquise Drop Dangle Earrings—a captivating blend of vintage charm and contemporary elegance. These exquisite earrings fe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Victorian Coral Rose Earrings Etruscan Revival 14 Karat Gold Flower Leaf Motif
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Etruscan Revival Victorian Coral Rose Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. The earrings with hand carved three dimensional rose flowers of na...
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Red Coral Gold Filled Twist Back Earrings
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Sweet Victorian natural red coral drop earrings with Gold Filled twist backs. The coral is natural red coral, and the earrings dates back to the Victorian Era, 1880's. These...
Coral, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled
Antique French turquoise, diamond and enamel pendant fringe earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique gold and turquoise fringe pendant earrings with black enamel and rose diamond spacers and circular turquoise surmounts, in 18k. France. Strikingly architectural ye...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 1.6 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Cabochon Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings are 1 5/8 inches long. They are centered by large 10mm diameter ...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Dangle Day/Night Earrings 18 Karat Gold Rare
Located in New York, NY
This is very rare pair of early Rose Cut Diamond Antique Georgian - Victorian Dangle Drop Day Night Earrings in 18 Karat Gold with Enamel adornment. These antique earrings are of the highest quality. They have extraordinary design with three articulated sections. The earrings are Day Night earrings meaning that the lower portion is made to be removable so that you may wear only the top portion if desired. The earrings are Spanish gold work from the early to mid 19th Century, circa 1800 - 1850. The exquisite gold work is characteristic of the superb Spanish jewelers of the 18th and 19th century who created very special jewels with eternal appeal. Finding early earrings with an abundance of rose...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Gemistry Victorian 15.4 Cttw. Peridot & Topaz Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
You will definitely love the sparkling hues of these Gemistry Victorian handcrafted sterling silver drops! The classic circular design showcases vibrant peridots accentuated with top...
Peridot, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Antique beryl and diamond pendant earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Victorian gold earrings comprised of circular gold discs with arabesque surmounts and amphorae pendants and set with beryl and diamond florettes, in 14k. Atw diamonds .20 c...
Beryl, Diamond
Late 19th Century Antique Amythest Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century antique amythest drop earrings of European origin. Silver cutwork settings with gold flower applications and tiny shimmering flat cut diamonds...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Victorian Grape Earrings Pendant Suite 14k Gold Black Onyx Etruscan Revival 1870
Located in New York, NY
A SUITE OF GRAPE MOTIF VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL EARRINGS WITH THE MATCHING PENDANT/BROOCH. THE JEWELS ARE SET WITH STUNNING GRAPE CLUSTERS IN THE CENTER, MOUNTED ON BLACK ONYX. T...
Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Agate Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
The terrific aspect of these Scottish earrings is that they compliment any silver jewelry or Scottish agate jewelry. The bloodstone and carnelian aga...
Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique gold and pavé turquoise pendant earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Victorian gold pendant earrings comprised of scrolled surmounts suspending pavé turquoise bullae set with diamond stars and terminating in gold amphora-form drops, in 15 ka...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
VIVTORIAN earrings with pearls 18k gold 4.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings decorated with black enamel and set with pearls – 4.6 grams Detailed description: The dimensions of the earring are 3.4 cm long by 1.7 cm wide Total weigh...
Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,250 / set
Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Red Coral Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Victorian earrings. In 14k yellow gold. With salmon or red colored coral elements set under a curved mount on an cross shaped base. Having long ear wires each wit...
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique 14K Gold Seed Pearl Floral Dangle Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
These late 19th century 14 karat gold dangle earrings are set with seventeen round pearls. The earrings are designed into a beautiful flower with leaves with an articulated frame str...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl 2.40 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Natural pearls are one of the rarest of gems sought after for their rarity and beauty Timeless Victorian period Diamond and Pearl earrings, epitome of eternal elegance, hand crafted ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian flat garnet earrings in 9 karat gold, Flower, Flat Garnets
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian flat garnet earrings in 9 karat gold forming a five-petal flower, set with flat garnets, in a closed and domed setting. The flower holds a drop-cut garnet, in a tassel. The...
Garnet, Gold
Antique 1870 Earrings Gold Silver Piqué Bos Taurus Sentimental Jewellery Pansies
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These charming Victorian dangling piqué earrings were handcrafted in 1870 ca. The front of the earring tops are inlaid with small silver pansies. The earrings are made out of bos tau...
Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Garnet Carbuncles and Pearl Gold Earrings, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful and romantic example of Victorian jewelry design, this pair of antique 9 karat gold dangle earrings is masterfully crafted with richly detailed ornamentation and symbolic...
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold
Victorian Coral and 18 Carat Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These statement earrings are modelled in 18ct gold and have a smooth round piece of coral at the centre if the drops. Above these drops there are fabric...
Coral, Gold
Victorian Coral Heart Earrings Dangle Drop Earrings Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of Victorian Coral Heart Dangle Drop Earrings in 10 Karat Gold. The wonderful dangle drop earrings have delicate hand carved coral...
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large rose cut diamond earrings with an estimate weight of 3 carats in floral design centeral stone diameter 6.60mm each in full rose cut facets flanked with smaller rose cut diamonds unfoiled back excellent spark earrings head diameter 16.80mm in 10k gold setting and 3.3cm length dates back to the victorian era 1850.c comes...
Victorian 6.0 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18 Kt Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This magnificent pair of Diamond drop earrings are Victorian era, 1870 circa Hand crafted during the time of solid 18 KT gold silver topped They articulate into a distinctive circula...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique victorian earrings in floral designe centered with large rose cut diamond flanked with smaller rose cut diamonds in back foil old te...
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Earrings with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver earrings with freshwater pearls and rose diamonds up to 0.05ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the size of the earrings is 5.1 cm long by 8.3 mm wide ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 1.80 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Rare Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Superb early Victorian, 1850 ca. Beautifully hand crafted exalting the lovely antique Diamond sparkle at best Crafted of solid 15 KT gold topped by silver Set with a fantastic select...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian Goddess Woman Hard Stone Cameo Earrings Gold Dangle Drop Circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular pair of Antique Victorian Hard Stone Goddess Woman Cameo Pendant Dangle Drop Earrings in 10-14 Karat Gold. These stunning earrings are of the highest quality....
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique rose cut diamond earrings in floral design with large rose cut diamonds with a total estimate diamond weight of 11 carats cen...
Diamond
Rose-Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
Rose-Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco style atypical rose-cut diamond earring is marvelous. The identical round rose cut diamond solitaire set in bezel setting surrounds the bigger center round rose cut solitaire...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Paste Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique paste articulated earrings are set in sterling silver from the late 19th Century. The pastes on the cluster drop are set into crown settings and ...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Amethyst Pearl & Diamond Fly Insect Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (81) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Rose Cut - Pave Set (2) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Oval Cut - Transparent Medium Color - 13.4x10.4mm (approx.) (4) Genuine Cultured...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
22 Carats Rose de France Amethyst Earrings Necklace Victorian Fringe Parure 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN ROSE DE FRANCE AMETHYST EARRINGS AND PENDANT NECKLACE PARURE SET IN GORGEOUS GOLD FILLED AND DATING TO CIRCA 1870. The parure features stunning o...
Amethyst, Gold-filled
Victorian 39.62 Cttw. Natural Ruby/Diamond Dangle Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Embark on a journey into the resplendent world of Victorian glamour with our Victorian 39.62 Cttw. Ruby and Diamond Dangle Earrings, a symphony of regal design and exquisite craftsma...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Castellani Antique 15 Karat Gold Hollowform Pendant Earrings
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Handsome Etruscan Revival 15kt yellow gold hollowform drop earrings on wires, decorated with granulation and lentil motifs, bearing maker's marks for Castellani. The earrings measure...
Gold, 15k Gold
$16,250Sale Price|33% Off
1900 Victorian 18k Gold over Silver Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
These absolutely knockout earrings are from the Victorian Era and feature a staggering 14 carats of old mine-cut diamonds in silver over gold starburst-shaped earrings. The top of th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Vintage Pear Shape Design Diamond 925 on Gold Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Open Pear Shape Design Drop Earrings. Hand set with Diamonds, weighing approx. 6.24tcw. Beautifully Hand crafted in 925 on 18K Gold. Earrings measure approx. 2” lon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver