Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 A refined and elegant pair of authentic Edwardian sapphire and diamond drop earrings, dating to the early 20th c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1.90 Carat Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning pair of Edwardian-era earrings, expertly crafted from 18ct yellow gold and adorned with s...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1.50 Total Carat Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning pair of 18ct gold and platinum diamond dangle earrings, beautifully crafted from the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold TW ~4.94 Carat Old Cut Diamond Drop Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a stunning pair of Edwardian drop lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece features old European cut diamonds. Two bigger are ~2.24ct and ~2.10ct, K, VS. Sma...
Diamond, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond & Pearl Daisy Cluster Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Earrings 18ct Yellow Tested Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian diamond earrings. They are set with centre, natural seed pearls beautiful & surrounded by natural diamond...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Dormeuse Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Good & Platinum Edwardian Circa 1910 Fabulous Diamond Drop Earrings, Set with Old European Cut & Rose Cut Diamonds Lovely Hinge Fastening ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
9K Gold Opal Vintage Style Floral Blooming Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enchanting and timeless, these vintage-inspired floral cluster drop earrings showcase glowing opal gems cradled in smooth bezel settings. Each earring blooms like a delicate flower, ...
Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Coral and Diamond Drop Earrings, 1900-1910 (*UK DELIVERY ONLY)
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
NOTE: This item contains natural coral. Sale is restricted to UK buyers only. This item will not be shipped internationally due to wildlife trade regulations. A pair of pre-Art Deco...
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Gold
14K Solid Gold Natural Sapphire and Opal Vintage Style Floral Lever Back Earring
Located in Bangkok, TH
These vintage-style lever back earrings bloom with timeless charm, featuring an oval natural sapphire cradled in delicate milgrain detail. Surrounding the center, petal-shaped natura...
Opal, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian GIA 5.67 carat old mine cut diamond platinum drop earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extraordinary testament to Edwardian elegance, these breathtaking drop earrings feature a combined 5.67 carats of GIA-certified old mine cut diamonds. Each center stone radiates w...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
$248Sale Price|20% Off
Natural pave diamonds yellow gold plated sterling silver hoops earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond silver earrings hoops consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- yellow gold plated Diamond- Na...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Suffragette Rare Edwardian Long Fringe Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Suffragette rare Edwardian long fringe earrings. Of silver plated brass metal. With purple and emerald green faceted, varisized crystals, unusual clip back fittings. L 3.50" ...
Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Circlet Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian Circlet Drop Earrings. Set with gorgeous, sparkling white diamonds, set in platinum with 18ct g...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural Garnet Pearl Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enter the lavish realm of vintage elegance with these stunning earrings, embodying opulence through elaborate floral and nature-inspired patterns. Each earring showcases a captivatin...
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 14ct Gold Edwardian Carved Sardonyx Cameo Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings 14ct Gold Tested Circa 1900 Gorgeous Edwardian, Sardonyx Cameo Earrings. Beautiful, Handmade Drop/Dangle Style Earrings. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a ...
Gold, 14k Gold
$52,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage 4.35 TDW Old European Cut Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined pair of vintage diamond drop earrings crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing a total diamond weight of approximately 4.35 carats. These elegant earrings feature a classic tw...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 6.40 Ct Diamond 18 KT Daisy Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These superb pair of Edwardian period earrings are 1905 ca. Marvelous original mount skilfully hand crafetd of solid 18 KT gold and Platinum Modelled as classy Diamond Daisy clusters...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 15ct Gold Onyx Hoop Earrings, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx Gold Hoop Earrings 15ct Gold Circa 1900 A pair of Victorian hoop earrings crafted in 15ct gold, each formed from a circular wire frame strung with graduated onyx bea...
Onyx, Gold, 15k Gold
Dormeuses du début du 20ème siècle en or et diamants
Located in PARIS, FR
Dormeuses anciennes en or 18 carats (750 millièmes) du début du 20ème siècle, ornées chacune d'une ligne de 3 diamants taille coussin ancienne en chute totalisant 1,3 carats. Poids ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Edwardian 43 Carat Star Sapphire Seed Pearl Necklace Bracelet Earrings Suite
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular museum quality antique Edwardian 43 Carat Black Star Sapphire and Seed Pearl Garland Suite. The suite comprising a necklace, bracelet and earrings each with black star sapphires, which total approximately 43 Carat total weight. The gorgeous black star sapphires and pearls are set in 10 Karat Yellow Gold in a motif of foliate vines tied by ribbon bows. The suite of jewels represents extraordinary design in the pantheon of Victorian - Edwardian garland motif jewels. The suite dates to the Edwardian Period, circa 1905. Provenance: The jewels are from the estate of Muriel Gluck, the esteemed patron and philanthropist of the arts in New York, Los Angeles and San Diego. From her Los Angeles Times obituary: "Muriel Gluck, a philanthropist who gave millions of dollars to support the arts and education, primarily in Los Angeles and San Diego. From the early years of her marriage to retail magnate and race horse breeder Maxwell H. Gluck in the late 1940s, she was an art collector who also appreciated classical music. The couple established the Maxwell H. Gluck Foundation. Over the years, she was a major supporter of the opera companies in San Diego and Los Angeles, the San Diego Museum of Art and Los Angeles County Museum of Art and music programs at UCLA, UC Riverside and the Juilliard School...
Pearl, Star Sapphire, 10k Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Natural Turquoise Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vibrantly timeless, these Natural Turquoise Vintage Style Hook Earrings bring effortless charm and soulful elegance. A striking oval turquoise is beautifully set in a smooth bezel, h...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Platinum/14k Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A timeless pair of stud earrings for the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in platinum and 14k white gold, each earring features a bezel-set old European cut diamond. Together, the di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 15ct Two Colour Gold, Edwardian Seed Pearl Floral Crescent Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Earrings 15ct Two-Colour Gold Circa 1910 Discover the enchanting allure of our exquisite 15ct gold Edwardian era earrings, a stunning embodiment of craftsmanship...
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
9K Solid Gold Natural Ruby Vintage Style Filigree Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round ruby takes center stage, glowing with rich, passionate color. Surrounding filigree detailing adds delicate vintage charm and artistic depth, creating a captivating da...
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Gold Natural Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Pear Shape Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Regally enchanting, this Natural Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Pear Shape Drop design captures timeless elegance with refined brilliance. A deep, mesmerizing sapphire takes cent...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz with Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Topaz 4.0 carats with Diamond 0.32 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 3.3 cm Total Weight: 8.31 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
"Celestial Vine" Old Cut & Rubellite Chandelier Earrings by Dilys’
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A delicate chandelier design featuring two diverging strands per earring. Each strand is set with dangling old European cut diamonds and ends with a pear-shaped rubellite cabochon dr...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold
14K Gold Natural Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the center sits a rich purple amethyst, surrounded by alternating petals of amethyst and luminous pearls. The floral-inspired design creates a balanced blend of color and texture....
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Dangle Cluster Diamond Earrings, Circa 1901-1915
Located in OVIEDO, AS
ANTIQUE SPANISH DANGLE CLUSTER DIAMOND EARRINGS (Circa 1901-1915) Edwardian Jewelry: 1901-1915 A central disc cluster of bright-white old European-cut diamonds floats inside--and slightly above-- a ring of the same, all of which dazzle and dance below a small diamond stud...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Old-Cut Diamond Platinum and Gold Earrings, 2.60 Carat, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique, cushion shaped, old-cut diamond earrings, with a pair of old European-cut diamonds, with a total weight of approximately 2.60ct, in our opinion the colour is J to ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Style 3.77ct Diamond Gold Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Design dangle drop earrings crafted in a sophisticated mix of 18K yellow gold and platinum, each earring features a graceful old-cut diamond (approx. 0.20 carat) at the top, ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
9K Gold Cabochon Blue Topaz Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted to shine with timeless charm. A smooth cabochon blue topaz rests gracefully at the top, set at the heart of an intricate vintage-inspired design. Below, an oval-shaped blue t...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
$1,212Sale Price|20% Off
Antique High Carat Gold & Jade Earrings
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian Circa 1910 High Carat Gold ( 15ct - 20ct ) Jade Drop Earrings. The Drops swing gently through their decorative surround. Large Size - please see image on ruler ...
Jade, Gold
14K Gold Cabochon Garnet Vintage Style Oval Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Richly alluring, these Cabochon Garnet Vintage Style Stud Earrings exude timeless elegance and refined charm. A smooth oval garnet cabochon is beautifully set in a classic bezel, hig...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Gold Emerald Opal Pearl and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A true celebration of vintage beauty. A delicate floral motif sits atop the earlobe, accented with vibrant emeralds that bring the design to life. Two luminous pear-shaped opals one ...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sweet 2.50 Ct Diamond 7.2 mm. Pearl Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
The Classy Must! These gorgeous and timeless antique earrings are Edwardian period They have been hand crafted of solid 18 KT and Platinum – designed in the most elegant cluster desi...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Garnet Glass Rhinestone Drop Dangle Earrings, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960’s drop dangle gold tone earrings embellished with garnet red glass rhinestones. The style and filigree work are reminiscent of Edwardian designs. Outfitted with adjustable scr...
Gilt Metal
Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Long Drop Earrings Platinum
Located in Napoli, IT
Without Time Stunning articulated long drop earrings from the Edwardian period, 1905 ca Hand fabricated in Platinum, elegantly elongated, airy and sleek shape, finely worked with det...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant Antique Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Drop Earrings from the late 19th Century of silver topped gold. Lovely blue cabochon ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Earrings Amethyst White Enamel 14k Yellow Gold 1.5" Drops
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique Edwardian earrings (circa 1910s) crafted in 14k yellow gold. Cushion cut amethysts measure 9.10 x 6.20 x 4.5mm. Small 1mm to 2mm seed pearls accent the amet...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$417Sale Price|20% Off
Certified natural real uncut diamonds sterling silver emerald green earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond sterling silver earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- Yellow gold plating Diamond- Natural uncut diamonds and rose cut...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
4.01ct Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
These old European cut diamond earrings, totalling 4.01 carats across the pair, are simply divine. These beautiful natural diamonds would have been cut by hand over a century ago u...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
A pair of Edwardian natural pearl and diamond earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian natural pearl and diamond earrings, each earring centrally-set with a button-shaped pearl with diameter from 7.6mm to 7.9mm, accompanied by GCS report stating to ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Blue Sapphire Opal Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from luminous yellow gold, these vintage-style earrings boast a Floral Cluster Drop design. Each earring showcases a single floral cluster composed of round Blue Sapphires an...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 1.70ct Diamond Drop Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
These enchanting diamond drop earrings date back to the Edwardian period. Each earring features two old cut diamonds, rub over set into platinum. The top stones are 0.40 carats with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural Garnet Pearl Diamond Vintage Style Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Indulge in timeless elegance with these captivating vintage-inspired earrings. The yellow gold setting features a drop design adorned with natural garnet, pearl, and diamond accents,...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Pearl Ribbon Bow Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These captivating earrings feature a bow design at the top, with a stunning natural sapphire at its center, exuding timeless elegance. The flowing ribbon beneath the bow, twisting gr...
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Butterfly Stud Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A natural oval opals as the delicate wings, radiating soft, colorful hues. The lower wings are adorned with sparkling diamonds, adding a brilliant touch of elegance. A timeless desig...
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Long Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Delicate Edwardian Paste and Faux Pearl Earrings from the early 1900's. Tiny pastes set in articulated, hinged sterling with 14k white gold ...
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Onyx and Diamond Vintage Style Star Drop Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A striking oval natural onyx at the center, with a gold star shape intricately set on top. The center of each star is adorned with a sparkling diamond, while a crown of diamonds del...
Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Style Platinum and Diamond Chandelier Long Dangle Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Platinum Earrings, measuring 2 3/4 inches in length and set with Transitional and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 8 Carats, the largest of the Diamonds at the very b...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Gold Natural Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the center of each earring rests an oval garnet, rich in deep red hues, set securely in a classic bezel setting. Surrounding each stone is a delicate halo of luminous seed pearls,...
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Natural Peridot and Pearl Vintage Victorian Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the center of each earring is a vibrant oval peridot, set in classic prongs and surrounded by a soft halo of lustrous pearls. Inspired by floral motifs, the unique design adds gra...
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Solid Coral Vintage Style Stud Floral Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These coral vintage-style stud earrings blossom with warm, nostalgic beauty, shaped into a charming floral design. The rich coral hue brings a soft, romantic glow that feels both cla...
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Edwardian Style Filigree Dangle Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning marquise shaped ruby at the center, surrounded by intricate gold filigree detailing. The delicate filigree work enhances the rich red hue of the ruby, creating a beautiful...
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,416Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Style 7.12ct Ruby with Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning Edwardian inspired bezel set chandelier earrings. 6 pear shape rubies heat, 7.12 carats. Complimented by round brilliant diamonds, 3.06 carats. Approximately G/H color grade...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
9K Yellow Gold Solid Natural Blue Topaz and Opal Vintage Style Hook Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Hook earrings dance with dreamy elegance, featuring three opals shaped like a delicate flower at the top. Below, a sparkling sky blue topaz is prong-set to catch and reflect the ligh...
Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Solid Natural Turquoise Vintage Style Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These vintage-style stud earrings showcase a vibrant turquoise at the center, lovingly framed by a smooth bezel that highlights its natural beauty. The classic design evokes old-worl...
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
9K Gold Solid Natural Sapphire and Pearl Vintage Style Cluster Floral Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A delicate harmony of natural sapphire and luminous pearl, these vintage-style floral earrings bloom with quiet elegance. Each petal is thoughtfully crafted to echo old-world romance...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Snake Ball Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ball Earrings 9ct Gold Circa 1900 Gorgeous Edwardian Coiled Snake Style Earrings with Gold Balls & Diamond Tail Measures: Length Approx 35.6mm Width Approx 13...
Gold, 9k Gold