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 Diamond and Pearl Daisy Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Earrings 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Elevate your elegance with these exquisite drop earrings, expertly crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum. The...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
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, 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
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 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
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
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
9K Gold SolidNatural Peridot and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful pair of vintage-style floral drop earrings that radiate soft elegance. At the center, round-cut natural peridot gemstones shine with fresh green brilliance, surrounded by lu...
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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
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 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
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
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
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 Marcasite and Paste set Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare older marcasite earrings frm the late 19th Century set with emerald pastes in sterling. Fully articulated with elements which move with wearer. Beautiful antique earrings with s...
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
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
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
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 1.40ct Diamond Drop Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
These stunning handcrafted drop earrings date to the Edwardian era. The largest diamond sits at the bottom of each drop, weighing 0.40 carat a piece, with a 0.20 carat diamond hangin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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 9ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Creole Hoop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Hoop Earrings 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1920s A beautiful and authentic pair of 1920s 9ct yellow gold drop earrings, capturing the refined elegance and glamour of the Ar...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
London Blue Topaz Vintage Style Rope Motif Stud Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning oval London Blue Topaz at the center, surrounded by delicate gold rope that form a beautiful shape. The rich blue hue of the London blue topaz is perfectly complemented by...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Green Opal Diamonds sterling silver long Drop earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Elegant and classy green opal diamond silver earrings consist of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Stone- Diamonds Stone color- White Stone origin- Natural Gemstone- Gr...
Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver
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 Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Cluster Dangly Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These sparkly old mine cut diamond cluster earrings hold a total of approximately 65pts each. The earrings are modelled in 9ct gold. Comes in original box. Cluster Diameter: 11mm D...
Diamond, 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, Gold, 14k 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
9K Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning pear-shaped natural blue sapphire at the center, beautifully framed by sparkling diamonds. The rich blue of the sapphire contrasts perfectly with the brilliant diamonds, c...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Gold Natural Peridot and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Freshly enchanting, these Natural Peridot and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings bloom with timeless elegance. A radiant peridot flower takes center stage, symbolizin...
Diamond, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Amethyst and Blue Topaz Floral Cluster Stud Earrings, 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These Natural Amethyst and Blue Topaz Vintage Style Floral Cluster Stud Earrings are designed to captivate at first glance. A radiant round amethyst sits gracefully in classic prong ...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
1.95 Carat Total Weight Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.1 grams Diamond #1 Details: Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .95 carat Color: J Clarity: VS1 Diamond #2 Detail...
White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Garnet and Enamel Earrings with Diamond Florettes and Seed Pearl Accents
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Edwardian period garnet, diamond, enamel, and pearl pendant earrings of girandole design, comprising collet-set garnets and seed pearls cascading from scrolled whit...
Garnet, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Edwardian Platinum Drop Earrings with Pearls and Diamonds, Circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These graceful Edwardian earrings from the 1910s feature two luminous pearls measuring approximately 5.92 mm, suspended beneath a delicate arrangement of old European and rose cut di...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k 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 Gold Natural Blue Topaz and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These natural blue topaz and pearl vintage-style floral cluster earrings beautifully capture the essence of a blooming garden. At the heart of each charm, a brilliant blue topaz repr...
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Dangle floral Earrings in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These vintage-style dangle earrings feature a stunning natural emerald at the center of a beautifully detailed floral design. The emerald is surrounded by pearl, enhancing its rich g...
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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
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
9K Yellow Gold Blue and White Sapphire Vintage Style Filigree Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Capture vintage charm with a modern sparkle. Deep blue sapphires sit at the heart of the design, offering rich color and classic sophistication. Delicate white sapphires surround the...
Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 style diamond 18k yellow gold drop earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Edwardian-style drop earrings present a refined interpretation of early 20th-century design, blending vintage-inspired elegance with modern craftsmanship. The earrings are set ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire and Pearl Vintage Style Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A true testament to timeless elegance and sophistication, these earrings feature an outer frame adorned with deep blue sapphires, symbolizing wisdom and loyalty, while lustrous pearl...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal and Emerald Vintage Style Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These stunning vintage-style dangle earrings feature a radiant round opal at the center, set in a delicate prong setting. Surrounding the opal, vibrant emeralds are arranged in a flo...
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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