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 15ct Rose Gold & Enamel, Victorian Cherub Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Earrings 15ct Rose Gold Circa 1880 These exquisite earrings are a true work of art. Crafted from 15ct rose gold, they are designed in the shape of an artist's pallet...
Rose Gold, Enamel, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold 4.1mm Pearl Old Cut Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 4.1mm each (approx.) (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Rose Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Dia...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k gold stud earrings set with Coral - 8.6 grams - 1.6 cm wide
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold stud earrings set with Coral - diameter 1.6 cm wide Detailed description the diameter of the stud is 1.6 cm wide by 8.8 mm deep Total weight 8.6 grams set with - 2 x 1....
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian 8.00 Cttw. Natural Blue Sapphire, Spinel/Diamond Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 8.00 Cttw. Blue Sapphire, Spinel, and Diamond Hook Stud Earrings – a captivating fusion of elegance and sophistication. These stunning stud earrings boast a unique curved design, adorned with a dazzling array of round blue sapphires...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique Natural Coral and 14K Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A gorgeous pair of antique red coral and gold stud earrings. The natural coral studs are bezel set in a 14 karat gold mounting. The gold mounting around the stones have a zigzag prong setting and rope...
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Quatrefoil Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
These 14k gold diamond and pearl earrings are from the Early Victorian era, circa the 1860’s. They contain eight cushion-shaped Old Mine Cut diamonds surrounded by pearls, all prong ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Mine Cut Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Mined Fancy Chocolate Brown .40ct
Located in Dearborn, MI
Old Mine Cut Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Mined Fancy Chocolate Brown .40ct Features Two Genuine Mined Old Mine Cut Fancy Chocolate Brown Diamonds Perfect Match, You Won't Find...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring Mined .25ct Old Mine Original 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1880's Victorian Single Diamond .25ct Old Mine Stud Earring 14K White Gold Features Genuine Natural Mined .25ct Old Mine Cut Diamond This is for a S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Coral Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings 14K Gold Antique Star Motif 1860
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of antique Victorian Coral Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. The absolutely exquisite earrings have beautiful round domed salmon red color cora...
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring Mined .16ct Old Mine Cushion Original 1860
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1860's Victorian Single Diamond .16ct Old Mine Cushion Stud Earring 14K White Gold Features Genuine Natural Mined .16ct Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Horse Essex Crystal Earrings Enamel 14 Karat Gold Equestrian Racing
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and very rare pair of Antique Victorian Horse Essex Crystal Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. These are spectacular Museum Quality earrings. ...
Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver earrings set with rose diamonds, 0.30 ct - M/0 - SI/P Detailed description The top of the earring has a diameter of 1.2 cm Weight: 5.0 grams Set with - 22 x ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Mined Fancy Light Green Old Mine Cushion Diamond Stud Earrings 0.53ct
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Stud Earrings .53ct Genuine 1860's-1880's Mined Features Two Genuine Mined Faint Light Green Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamonds One is Slightly ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Old Mine Cut .62ct Screwback 14K Original 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Old Mine Cut .62ct Screwback 14K Original 1880's Features Two Genuine Mined Old Mine Cut Diamonds We Mounted the Diamonds in New 4 Prong Screwback...
Diamond
Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring Mined .125ct Old Mine Cut Original 1890's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1890's Victorian Single Diamond .125ct Old Mine Cut Stud Earring 14K White Gold Features Genuine Natural Mined .125ct Old Min Cut Diamond This is f...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 9K Gold Star Set Pearl Blue Enamel Etruscan Revival Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian pearl, enamel, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising one half seed pearl, cobalt blue enamel, set in 9 karat yellow gold, with 9 karat yellow gold posts and b...
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Earrings with Old European and single cut diamonds 0.60ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold and silver earrings set with old European cut and single-cut diamonds, 0.60 ct - G/H - SI and J/K - P Detailed description The top of the earring has a diameter of 1.2 cm ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Blue Stone and Seed Pearl Gold Rope Dome Vintage Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Victorian Blue Stone and Seed Pearl Gold Dome Earrings. Hand set Blue Stone and Seed Pearls. Enhanced by Gold Rope designs. Measuring approx...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
10.90 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Crescent Cocktail Earrings Glamour Prime**
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Premier 1.80ct. Natural (2) Emerald Earrings Emerald cut, Brilliants. clean clarity & Transparent Ranging: 5. X 5.5mm Vivid Green. 9.10cts of round, oval, trill...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Large Natural Saltwater Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A highly important and collector's item - perfectly matched pair of large antique white natural, saltwater button pearls measuring fifteen to sixteen millimeter and weighing over twe...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Garnet and Diamond Gold Vintage Bohemian Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Garnet, weighing approx. 12tcw and Diamond, approx. .06tcw on Gold Screw-back Mountings. Hand crafted in 14K and 10K Gold. Measuring approx. 0.6 l x 0.5” w. More Be...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Earrings, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Victorian natural pearl and diamond cluster earrings. A matching pair, set to centre with a round natural saltwater pearl in a half-drilled open back setting, two in total, approxima...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 6.26 Cttw. Rainbow Moonstone, Black Spinel and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Experience the enchantment of our Victorian 6.26 Cttw. Rainbow Moonstone, Black Spinel, and Diamond Stud Earrings – a captivating masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance...
Diamond, Moonstone, Spinel, Black Spinel, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, R...
Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Fly Insect Bug Earrings Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful pair of rare antique Victorian Fly Insect Earrings with Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearls in 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold. The Victorian - Edwardian insect...
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Cultured Pearl Cameo Earrings and Brooch Suite
Located in Derby, NY
Wear a piece of art with a unique story! These 18K Gold Cultured Pearl Cameo Earrings and Brooch Suite boasts intricate craftsmanship and a unique color. Circa 1900s. Vintage box is...
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Eyes Skelton Rock Stud Man Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Eyes Rock Stud Skull Man Earrings. 18K yellow gold men’s stud earrings in the shape of a skull. The 18K Gold...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Gemistry Victorian 12.83 Cttw Natural Diamond and Emerald Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Gemistry Victorian stud earrings features 10 Cts. cushion cut emeralds at the center enclosed in a halo of pave white diamonds. The pave white diamonds mounted on black...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
1.65 Carat TW Victorian Style Marquise and Fancy Yellow Diamond Flower Studs
Located in New York, NY
Item Specifications Creator: Abe Mor Diamonds Style: High Victorian Style Total Carat Weight (TCW): 1.65 ctw Gemstones: * 8 Marquise-Cut White Diamonds (1.57 ctw, F-G Color, VS Clari...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Diamond Cluster Earrings Old Mine Cut
Located in London, GB
A charming pair of Early Victorian diamond cluster earrings, each designed as a flowerhead cluster centred by an old-cut diamond and surrounded by four larger old-cut diamonds, inter...
Diamond
Victorian 1.50 Cttw Natural Ruby/Diamond Double Sided Stud Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Experience the thrill of winter sports transformed into a wearable art form with these Victorian 1.50 Cttw. Ruby and Diamond Double Sided Stud Earrings...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Victorian Earrings Emerald 16 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Blue Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of Antique Victorian Earrings with Emerald, Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Royal Blue, White and Gold Enamel in 14 Karat Gold with a stunning open work motif. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Enamel Earrings Portrait of a Woman 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique Victorian enamel earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1870s to 1880s). Beautifully realistic enamel hand painted miniatures depict the side profile of ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Flower Earrings Etruscan Revival Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare pair of Etruscan Revival Victorian Flower Motif Earrings in 10 Karat Gold. The exquisite earrings have an engraved checkerboard backg...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian 14ct Gold Blue Enamel And Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Portland, England
Beautiful antique pair of Victorian 9ct gold earrings with lapis lazuli colour enamel decorated with a star design and inset with old cut diamond. Star motifs were very popular in Vi...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage style natural burma Ruby champagne rose cut Diamond silver Stud Earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
This pair of beautiful earrings consists of: Diamond type- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- champagne color diamonds Diamond origin- Natural Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver o...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring Mined .15ct Old Mine 14K Original 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1880's Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring Mined .15ct Old Mine 14K Features a Genuine Natural Mined H VS .15ct Old Mine Cut Diamond This is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Floral Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Style
Located in Bangkok, TH
Warm round coral cabochons bring timeless charm to these Coral Stud Earrings, framed by a delicate floral border in solid 14K yellow gold. Echoing Victorian Style Earrings, their ele...
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.50 carat diamond yellow gold silver stud earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Victorian 2.50 carat diamond yellow gold silver stud earrings are a striking example of antique craftsmanship and timeless Victorian elegance. Dating to the early 1900s, these beauti...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$455Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Diamond Starburst Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous vintage diamond starburst earrings feature a starburst motif (also resembling a spider web) with dozens of individual diamonds creati...
Diamond
Victorian 9.48 Cttw. Diamond Double Globe Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Experience exceptional craftsmanship with these Gemistry Victorian Diamond Double Globe Stud Earrings, a striking design that blends vintage inspiration with contemporary sophisticat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Gemistry Victorian 10.55 Carat T.W. Diamond and Tsavorite Cube Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This Gemistry Victorian 10.55 Ct. T.W. Diamond and Tsavorite Cube Stud Earrings features Tsavorite cubes dangling form diamond studded surmount. Rendered in 18k gold and 925 silver t...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
AGL Certified 10.75ct natural pink & blue sapphire diamond earrings 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
Classic Royal Victorian Palmette Deco Cluster earrings AGL Certified # CS 57780A&B Natural sapphire Ceylon Origins Oval Cuts: 10.1 X 7.3 X 7.2mm (Approx. 4.25ct) 10.0 X 7....
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Pair Of Victorian Blue Enamel And Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian blue enamel and diamond stud earrings, each stud centrally set with an old-cut diamond, surrounded by three blue enamelled and three diamond-set sections of spira...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique 1890s Silver Over Gold Opal and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A pair of pastel-colored, round cabochon opals are flanked by shimmering rose-cut diamonds, set in darkened silver over 18kt. gold, in these charming and lively ear poppers. The ea...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Tiger Eye and Pearl Drop Earrings, 1890s
Located in Firenze, IT
Set with an oval shape cabochon cut tiger eye within half pearl shape to a carved gallery. Mounted in yellow gold 2 cm long (with the hook), tiger eye 1 cm long Weight: 3.7 gr
Natural Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian 11.8 Cttw. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Double Dice Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Behold the Victorian 11.8 Cttw. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Double Dice Stud Earrings—a playful and sophisticated addition to your jewelry collection. Each earring is a miniature work...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Timeless Old European Diamond Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of old European diamonds weighing 3.02 K color and VS2 clarity and 3.04 K color VVS2 clarity with GIA reports are suspended from 2 old European diamonds weighing total appr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 25.05 Carat T.W Tanzanite & Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k Gold, Silver
Located in New York, NY
These Victorian studs are resplendent with two oval shaped tanzanite cabochons together weighing 22.5Cts. Each tanzanite is surrounded by sparkling round prong set diamonds mounted o...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
.50 Carat Natural Round Single Cut Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat Victorian*
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Stud .50ct. Round, Single cut diamond earrings H-color Vs-2 clarity. 4mm wide 1.7 grams. Natural, No Enhancements.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Sapphire Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.80 carat. The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.80 carat. Please contact for any qu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
1.12 Carat Natural Round Ruby Stud Earrings 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Stud 1.12ct. Round Natural Ruby earrings 4.5mm wide .9 grams. Natural, No Enhancements.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cluster Earrings. 3TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Era: Victorian Era, Circa 1840 Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 3-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old Mine Cut Primary Stone Color: I-J Color Primary Ston...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Flower Cluster Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
These antique flower-shaped stud earrings hand carved from 22K yellow gold feature ninety-eight rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.47 carats and secured with original screw b...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Style Earring with Diamonds Emerald Beads and Pearl in Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A Victorian style earring pair with diamonds, Emerald beads and a drop shape pearl hanging. The petit and delicate earring is handmade in 18K ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Flower Earrings, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond flower earrings. A matching pair, set to centre with one cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back cut-down se...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pair of Antique Diamond Stud Earrings in original mounts 3.22 carats GIA E/F VS
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally rare pair of Antique Diamond Stud Earrings in their original 6 claw mounts weighing a total of 3.22 carats. Each diamond has been certificated by GIA. The earring p...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Dutch 14 Karat Gold and Silver Cluster Diamond Earrings
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Victorian (ca. 1900) diamond cluster earrings. The earrings are made of 14 karat yellow gold and a central rose cut diamond surrounded by small rose cut diamonds (14 diam...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.89 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for...
Diamond, Gold
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Sapphire Stud Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.22 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs1-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 2 ct. Please contact for any questions.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pair of Victorian Jasmine Petal Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian jasmine diamond earrings, each in the design of a five-petalled diamond encrusted jasmine head with a central old brilliant-cut diamond, the diamonds estimated to...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver