The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history β 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 Netflixβs The Crown β which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors β and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoriaβs 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 monarchβs best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert β 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 1837β60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queenβs mother and husband, circa 1860β80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Γpoque. 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 monarchβs 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 β from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories β on 1stDibs.Β
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 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 β a captivating masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance...
Diamond, Moonstone, Spinel, Black Spinel, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, R...
Victorian 2.80 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These stunning antique earrings contain two old European Cut diamonds weighing 2.80 carats total. Mounted in 14 karat gold in a scalloped gallery with claw prongs. The perfect unique...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Single Diamond Stud Earring .08ct Old Mine Screwback 1860's-1880's 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1860's-1880's Victorian Single Old Mine Cut Diamond .08ct Stud Earring Screwback 14K Gold Features a Genuine Natural Mined F VS .08ct Old Mine Cut Dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Mined Fancy Light Green Old Mine Cushion Diamond Stud Earrings .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
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
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 earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold 2.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold solitaire stud earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.40ct β G/H - SI Detailed description: The top of the earring is 8.0 mm wide Weight 2.7 grams Set wit...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold and silver solitaire stud earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.50ct β G/H - SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the stud are 5.7 mm wide Weight 2.1 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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
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 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 18Kt Rose Gold .60 Ct Diamond Petit Earrings, Circa 1880
Located in Napoli, IT
Lovely Petit Flowers Gorgeous Victorian period Floret designed Diamond ear studs, 1880 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold, stamped Pretty oval shaped ear lobe studs set with a spar...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
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
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
$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
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Stud Earring
Located in Fatih/Δ°stanbul, 34
π We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA β No Hidden Fees!π Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Stud Earring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.2...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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 0.5β w. More Be...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 1890s Silver Over Gold Opal and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in MalmΓΆ, SkΓ₯ne lΓ€n
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
Antique Cluster Earrings. 3TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Included in 3.00 carats total Center Diamond Cut: Old mine cut Center Diamond Color: I-J overall Center Diamond Clarity:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k 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 5.00ct Diamond Stud Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This magnificent set of diamond stud earrings are truly awe inspiring. Dating back to the Victorian period, the pair of beautiful 2.50 carat old cut diamonds are claw set in contrast...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
A pair of Victorian diamond, enamel & pearl cluster earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian blue enamel diamond and pearl cluster earrings, each earring centrally-set with an old brilliant-cut diamond, the diamonds estimated to weigh Β½ carat in total for...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
$1,725Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Estate Natural Rose Cut Diamond Stud Earring
Located in Fatih/Δ°stanbul, 34
π We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA β No Hidden Fees!π Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Estate Natural Rose Cut Diamond Stud Earring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 gra...
Diamond, Gold
$2,948Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Sapphire Stud Earring
Located in Fatih/Δ°stanbul, 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
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 Style 18kt Gold Black Rhodium Pink Sapphire Eyes Skull Stud Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Victorian Style men's stud earrings in black rhodium-plated sterling silver, designed in the shape of a skull. The skull features pink sapphire eyes and represents a skeleton, evokin...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, 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
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 menβs stud earrings in the shape of a skull. The 18K Gold...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique, Onyx Gold Stud Earrings with Black Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, historical, onyx gold stud earrings. With black enamel. No damages. Including certificate of authenticity. We have the matching larg...
Onyx, Gold, Enamel
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
$3,221Sale Price / set|20% Off
Victorian Diamond Cluster Earrings 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond cluster earrings in 18 karat yellow and white gold. Each of these elegant stud earrings comprise of a single old cut diamond claw set within a border of ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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 Earringsβa playful and sophisticated addition to your jewelry collection. Each earring is a miniature work...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling 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 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 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 β 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
.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
0.70 Carat Diamond Button Earrings in Platinum & Black Enamel
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
These evocative earrings are skillful reproductions of late Victorian ear drops that would have hung from wires, hooked at the back. This updated version attaches directly to the ea...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Enamel
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
Victorian Diamonds Platinum Stud Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1628 Brand Unsigned Date Circa 1900s Metal Platinum ____________________________________________________ Diamonds Total Approx : 2.9ct Motif Dimension Approx 10 mm Weight App...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond, enamel, silver, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising one old mine cut diamond, twenty rose cut diamonds, and blue enamel, set in silver and yellow g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
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