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 9ct Gold Edwardian Drop Earrings, Circa 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Teardrop Shaped Engraved Drop Earrings 9ct Gold Circa 1920s A refined pair of early 20th-century drop earrings, crafted in warm 9ct yellow gold. Each earring features a ...
Gold, 9k Gold
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
15ct Gold, Edwardian Amethyst, Peridot and White Quartz Suffragette Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Clover Earrings 15ct Gold Circa 1910 Discover the enchanting charm of these Edwardian era earrings, expertly crafted from 15ct gold. The unique clover design celebrates bo...
Amethyst, Peridot, Quartz, Gold, 15k Gold
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
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
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
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
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
$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
Antique Edwardian Earrings of Pink Paste Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Superb quality earrings designed with the flourish of garlands, have been made of foiled pastes in the manner of Georgian and Victorian earrings. The bril...
Sterling Silver
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
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
Antique french edwardian dormeuse earrings in white gold and diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
Dormeuses anciennes en or blanc 18 carats (750 millièmes) du début du 20ème siècle, formée d'une ligne de trois diamants taille rose et d'un chaton retenant un diamant taille ancienn...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k 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
$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
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
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
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
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
Edwardian Vintage Diamond and Pearl Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Edwardian Vintage Diamond and Pearl Platinum Drop Earrings. Hand set with 0.75tcw Diamonds and Pearls. Exquisitely Hand crafted in Platinum and 14K ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
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
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 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
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Shell Cameo & Seed Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1900 Introducing these exquisite 9ct gold Edwardian shell cameo earrings, featuring a captivating portrait of a lady dancing delicate...
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
$548Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Diamond sterling silver drop dangle Earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural uncut diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight-2.55ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Platinum Rock Crystal Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Edwardian period antique drop earrings, featuring carved frosted rock crystal quartz fluted panels accented by one hundred-eight old European cut diamonds. Measuring just under 2.5 ...
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 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
Platinum Earrings with 8.53ct Old Mine-Cut Diamonds VS2 Clarity
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of earrings featuring 8.53 carats of old mine-cut diamonds. The stones exhibit a white hue with an L color grade and VS2 clarity. Crafted in platinum, the design is el...
Diamond, Platinum
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
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
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
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
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
Old Mine Fancy Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Old mine fancy yellow diamond drop earrings. A matching pair of earrings set to bottom with a cushion shape old mine fancy yellow diamond, one SI1 clari...
Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Blue Topaz and Pearl Drop Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into timeless elegance with these vintage-inspired earrings, a captivating blend of classic elements and natural motifs. At the heart of each earring lies an oval-shaped blue to...
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved White Jade Dragon Earrings 18 Kt gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Quite spectacular antique pair of white Jade earrings 1900 circa They are made with a top of solid 18 Kt featuring Dragon heads beautifully sculptu...
Jade, 18k Gold
Pair of Antique French 18K Gold & Coral Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of French pendant or chandelier earrings. In 18 karat yellow gold. Each with one pear shaped, one round, and one button shaped coral bead. With an antiqued, unpolished...
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
Pair of Edwardian Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian diamond drop earrings, the ribbon bow motif suspending an open work tassel, set throughout with old- and rose-cut diamonds, all in a platinum millegrain setting, circa 1910, measuring approximately 3x1.1cm, gross weight 6.5 grams. This antique pair of drop earrings is in very good condition. Unmarked tested as platinum with 18ct gold screw. These lovely early twentieth century earrings come from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III. These earrings each feature a sparkling diamond-set bow from which is suspended a diamond-set tassel. The diamonds are set in openwork platinum, and these earrings have a feminine and romantic look to them. These earrings would be an excellent bridal accessory...
Diamond, Platinum
ART DECO CORAL Earrings with old cut diamonds (*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 Art Deco 9c...
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold
$381Sale Price|20% Off
Natural solitaire uncut rose cut Diamond sterling silver Earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural uncut diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight-2.85ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 1.70 Carat 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
$492Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Diamond sterling silver drop dangle Earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural uncut diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight-3.75ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 1.37ct Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Gold, Modern 2020s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: 4 Diamonds Cut: Old European Cut Weight: 1.37 Carat Color: I Clarity: SI Metal: 18K Yellow and White Gold Era: Modern Circa: 2020s in The Style of Edwardian Hallmarks: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$239Sale Price|20% Off
Natural uncut diamonds emerald sterling silver gold plated drop earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond silver emerald earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- Yellow gold plating Diamond- Natural uncut diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
9K Solid Gold Natural Emerald and Pearl Vintage Style Filigree Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant emerald takes center stage, exuding rich color and sophistication, while luminous pearls add soft, graceful contrast. Intricate filigree detailing frames the stones, enhanc...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
$7,932Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Style 4.45ct Diamond and Turquoise Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Edwardian inspired turquoise and diamond earrings. 4.45 carats of round cut diamonds, approximately H/I color and SI clarity. Complimented with 6 turquoise, 18-karat white gold. Acco...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large, White, 54ct Baroque Pearl Earrings with Diamonds, in 24kt Gold
Located in Bozeman, MT
Large, White, 54ct Baroque Pearl Earrings with Diamonds, in 24kt Gold by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey. Length: 34mm (1.4"); Width: 15.5mm (.6"). Throughout the centuries, p...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold