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 18ct Gold , Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 A pair of elegant earrings crafted in richly toned 18ct yellow gold. Each earring centres on a deep blue oval-cut sapphire, beze...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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
Vintage 5.71ctw Old Cut Diamond Drop Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Incredible drop earrings with a mix of old European cut and old mine cut diamonds. The sparkle is out out of this world! Very comfortable and secure lever backs. In good condition. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Elegant antique rose-cut diamond drop earrings crafted in 18 karat rose gold, featuring beautifully faceted diamonds in a graceful scrolling design typical of the mid-Victorian perio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Original Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings First Half 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Rose Cut/Table cut Diamond Drop Earrings 19th Century (Spain “Isabelinos” 1833-1868) Original exotic long dangling drop earrings. Sleek, graceful, artistic, exquisite craftma...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Victorian Sapphire GIA and Diamond Platinum on 18K Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Victorian Sapphire GIA and OEC Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings. Hand set with 2.50tcw Round Blue Sapphires GIA. Surrounded by 3.60tcw Old Eur...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian style 4.89 carat old mine diamond 18k gold silver cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These breathtaking Victorian style cluster earrings are a striking celebration of old cut diamonds, designed with the romance and presence of antique jewelry. Featuring 18 old mine a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings from the late 19th Century. Modern, timeless and elegant with large gold ear wires. 1870's USA, Italian coral. Length...
Coral, 14k Gold
Lovely Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings from the late 19th Century. Each diamond weighs conservatively .65 cts. for an approximate to...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian Diamond Drop Earrings 14k Gold Silver Old European Cut, Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of Victorian diamond earrings made of 14k yellow gold and silver settings. The earrings feature two Old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.64-carat and 1.68-carat....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Earrings of 14k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant pair of dramatic Victorian earrings (circa 1880), centered with pear-shaped rhodolite garnet cabochons accented by rose cut diamond trefoil accents of silver and mounted i...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster earrings centered by richly colored faceted amethysts within sparkling diamond halos, suspended from delicate floral diamond surmount...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Mosaic Drop Earring
Located in Marcianise, IT
An exquisite pair of Victorian-era earrings crafted in 14K yellow gold, representing a remarkable example of 19th-century elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. These fine antique j...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Victorian Old European Cut Diamond Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
These vibrant earrings are made in 18k yellow gold with Old European cut diamonds and come from the Victorian era. The classic drop style earrings and original Victorian design is mo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.40 carat diamond cabochon emerald gold and silver cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These beautiful Victorian diamond and emerald cluster earrings are a richly romantic pair from the 1880’s, full of antique character, color, and old-world charm. At the center are 2 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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
18K gold grapes earrings - Antique sleepers, Victorian Dormeuses - Art Nouveau
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are so delighted to show you these magnificent heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 karat yellow, patina champagne-toned gold. These earrings were most likely craft...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.80 Carat Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold and silver with 2 center Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.80 carats and surrounding Old European cut Diamonds weighing appr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 3.07 Cttw. Natural Blue Sapphire/Diamond Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Experience the allure of Victorian elegance with our 10.28 Cttw. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Front Back Double Drop Earrings—an exquisite testament to timeless sophistication and metic...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 4.4 grams Face Dimensions: 12.5mm x 12.5mm Pearl Dimensions: 2 (6.2mm) Pearl Details: Natural Saltwater (no indications of treatment) Gradin...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian era Triangular Amethyst Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Step back into a world of elegance with these stunning Victorian drop earrings, expertly crafted from 15ct gold. Each earring features ...
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond and Black Enamel Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of Victorian drop earrings made of 10k yellow gold with black enamel accents and single cut diamonds. The post is attached to a gold flower with black enamel petals a...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 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
Early Victorian Pair of Natural Saltwater Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
An early Victorian pair of natural pearl and rose-cut diamond earrings, each earring on the finial and suspending a natural pearl drop, dark cream color, the two pearls measures re...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 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 diamond 14k rose gold and silver drop earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These elegant Victorian diamond drop earrings are a beautifully refined pair from the 1880’s, each centered by a rose cut diamond. The 2 diamonds weigh approximately 0.50 carat in to...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$2,238Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond 1.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1 clarity. The box is not included. Please cont...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian French Vauxhall Jet Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian fench vauxhall jet long drop earrings of overlapping trompe l'oiel teardrop shape loops. Of faceted French jet the two loops are joined together as one. Screw back fitting...
Gilt Metal
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 are 2 inches long. They each have four magnificent large pear sh...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond and garnet cluster earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Victorian garnet and diamond cluster dormeuse earrings, set in 14k gold. Each earring centers a richly colored oval garnet, its deep crimson hue enlivened by subtle intern...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Victorian 2.23 Ct Diamond Solitaire Enamel Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find Sensational pair of Victorian Diamond solitaire earrings 1860 /80 circa They come complete with their original white casket leather box with the initial of the owner of tha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Gemistry 16cts Emerald Victorian Pear Drop Earrings in 18k/14k Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Gemistry 16 Cts. Emerald Victorian Pear Drop Earrings in 18K/14K Sterling Silver. These earrings are perfect for any special occasion, featuring verdant drops of emerald....
Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Earrings, Circa 1870, with provenance
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid Victorian diamond and silver-upon-gold drop earrings, topped with a single diamond, in a box setting, suspending pear shaped pendant, with an old-cut diamond set cluste...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold And Silver Diamond Bezel Setting Drop Earring
Located in Marcianise, IT
An elegant pair of Victorian-era earrings crafted in 14K yellow gold and 800 silver, representing a refined example of European fine jewelry from the second half of the 19th century....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Turquoise Enamel 14K Gold Day and Night Drop Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique pair of 14 karat gold drop earrings set with turquoise turquoise enamel and gold granulation. Transport yourself to a bygone era with these exquisite antique 19th century...
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Tudor Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Earrings 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning pair of Victorian 9ct gold earrings, that are sure to make a statement. These fa...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Long Victorian Paste Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, long Victorian Paste Earrings set in sterling silver, closed back settings with elaborate, articulated Baroque design. France 1880's....
Sterling Silver
Victorian 2.90 carat diamond 14k yellow gold cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These charming Victorian cluster earrings showcase a beautiful arrangement of 20 old mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 2.90 carats, displaying a soft and romantic sparkle with...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Coral Bud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Coral Bud Earrings from the late 19th Century. Carved genuine coral shaped as apples, set with 14k gold with original wires. Bud is 3/8" across. 1880's Italy. DOMESTIC SALE...
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Day/Night Earrings Heart Dangle 14 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 14 Karat Gold with a heart motif. These antique earrings are of the ...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 3.63 carat diamond 14k yellow gold cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Victorian 14k gold earrings sparkle with 3.63 carats of old mine cut diamonds in a romantic, antique silhouette full of historical charm.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.50ct Antique Victorian Diamond Drop Earrings Cluster 14k Gold Silver Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique late Victorian diamond cluster drop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold & silver (circa 1880s to 1900s). 20 old mine cut diamonds total an estimated 2.50 ca...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 15k Gold French Emerald Coiled Snake Earrings, Circa 1890
Located in Altrincham, GB
A striking pair of antique earrings, modelled as super cool coiled snakes. The bodies coil around themselves, leading to the emerald set "brains" (0.37ct each) that are finished with...
Emerald, 15k Gold
French Victorian Drop Earrings in 18kt yellow Gold with Pearls
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant pair of antique French drop earrings is finely crafted in 18kt yellow gold and accented with four luminous natural pearls. With their refined silhouette and classic Fren...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Era Fleur-de-Lis Tassel Earrings in 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
These Victorian Era earrings capture the artistry and romance of 19th-century goldwork. Crafted in 14KT yellow gold, each earring features an engraved fleur-de-lis motif at the top, ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French Jet Cameo Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian long french jet earrings of faceted and smooth jet cabocheons, round beads and tear drop shaped drops. With focal cameo ovals facing one ...
Enamel, Steel
Victorian 6 Cttw. Tsavorite and Diamond In Tear Drop Earrings in 18k/925
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Victorian 6 Cttw. Tsavorite and Diamond Tear Drop Earrings, an exquisite pair of earrings that seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern sophistication. These earri...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Charming Victorian Onyx Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Onyx Earrings of gold filled metal with seed pearls set in floral motifs. Ear wires are original. .75" long. 1880's USA.
Onyx, Gilt Metal
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver Victorian Diamond Daisy Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian Diamond Drop Earrings. Set with Old Mine Cut Diamonds at The Top, in The Stem & Forming a Beautif...
Diamond, 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
$6,230Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1880s Ottoman 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Antique Circa 1880s Ottoman 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earring In very good condition. Total weight is 16.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 4.70 ct. The Box is not ın...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Earrings 14 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning pair of Victorian to Art Deco Dangle Drop Earrings set with fabulous Old Mine Cut Diamonds in the center of Royal Blue Enamel circles in 14 Karat Gold. The early ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
A delicate pair of Victorian 18ct gold drop earrings from the 1880s, set with a combination of old European–cut diamonds, rose cuts, and elegant drilled pearl drops. The design follo...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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
$3,948Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Ottoman 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.7 grams. Totally is diamond about 3 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-Brown color and s2-s3-Pique 1-2 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real ...
Diamond
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
14K Gold Victorian Pique Geometric Dangle Earrings, circa 1880
Located in Venice, CA
14K Gold Victorian Pique Geometric Dangle Earrings, circa 1880 These elegant Victorian pique drop earrings are inlaid with gold in a beautiful geometric design. Suspended from an ov...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby Pearl Earrings Flower Cluster Motif Dangle 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is rare pair of antique Victorian Ruby and Pearl Dangle Cluster Flower Motif Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. They have extraordinary design with a central cluster of Rubies and Pear...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
GIA 2.85ctw Old Mine Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite antique-inspired diamond drop earrings are a refined celebration of timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Set in warm 18 karat gold, the design features a ...
Diamond, 18k Gold