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 Agate cabochon, loose gemstone
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique Victorian era banded agate cabochon. It is a rounded rectangular shaped piece with a slightly raised front and a flat unpolished back. It has varying shades, ...
Agate
Natural Australian Opal Onyx Lady Cameo Hand Carved Loose Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Elegant Opal Cameo on Black Onyx This striking piece features a beautifully hand-carved Australian opal cameo set against a polished black onyx background. The opal shimmers with vi...
Onyx, Opal
50 MM Hand-Carved Australian Opal Maiden Cameo on Black Onyx Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This exquisite loose gemstone features a delicate, hand-carved Australian Opal cameo set against a polished Black Onyx tablet. The carving depicts the profile of a young maiden with ...
Onyx, Opal
$208Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous 3.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Long Cushion Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight : 3.70 Carats Dimensions : 10.7x6.8x5.4 Mm Origin : Tanzania Africa Clarity : AAA Shape: Oval Cut: Cushion Certificate: On Demand Treatment: Non Color:...
Garnet, Rhodolite
Step Cushion Cut Natural Apple Green Color Peridot Gemstone For Jewellery 9 mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Loose Faceted Peridot Weight 3.30 carats Dimension 9.3*7.1*5.7 mm Origin Supat valley Pakistan Transparency Transparent Clarity Eye clean Treatment None Sha...
Peridot
Collection of Unmounted 19th Century Lava Cameos
Located in Riverdale, NY
Collection of 5 Unmounted Lava Cameos from the 19th Century. Various profiles of well known figures in different tones of hand carved lava. The central cameo has a line across forehe...
Agate
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 20.10ct Emerald Cameo, GIA Certified, Circa 1830-1850
Located in New York, NY
It is quite rare to find an emerald cameo that is this large a size. The motif of the woman with flowing hair is possibly a Gorgon as in Medusa. The wei...
Emerald
$14,450
W 0.81 in D 0.38 in L 0.85 in
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Heart-Shaped Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Offered unmounted, this natural 17.23 carat heart-shaped Ethiopian Opal is a rare and ...
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,999
H 0.6 in W 0.44 in L 0.83 in
Gem Quality Amethyst Sugarloaf Cabochon Layout Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 586.90 Carats Size: 21x15x12 To 15x11x11 MM Pieces: 26 Drilled: No
Amethyst
$4,499
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in L 1.03 in
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 49.36 Carats Size: 26x20x13 MM Pieces: 1 Shape: Carved Cabochon
Emerald
$920Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.46 in D 0.32 in L 0.5 in
8.30 Carat Natural Loose Apple Green Peridot Cushion Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 8.30 carat Dimensions 12.5x11.5x7.9mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 8.30 Carat Natural Loose Apple Green Peridot showcases a mesme...
Peridot
$310
W 0.56 in D 0.28 in L 0.7 in
Natural Ethiopian Opal Loose gemstone 9.45ct. Oval cabochon, 17.76x14.02x7.04 mm
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
9.45 Ct., Ethiopian Opal Premium quality. Stone Origin: Welo, Ethiopia Stone dimension (mm): 17.76x14.02x7.04 mm Shape and cut: oval cabochon Stone treatment: Not Enhanced Stone cre...
Opal
$1,650Sale Price|40% Off
W 0.63 in D 0.53 in L 0.71 in
Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone 35.60 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone from Kunar, Afghanistan!! 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline ⚖️ WEIGHT: 35.60 Carats 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Sugarlo...
Tourmaline
$820
W 1.19 in D 0.28 in L 1.7 in
Natural Agate Chalcedony Horse Face Carving Loose Gemstone for Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Stylish natural agate chalcedony horse face carving loose gemstone for pendant brooch. The agate horse carving is a stunning representation of elegance and strength, featuring a bea...
Agate, Chalcedony
$19,990
W 0.66 in L 0.66 in
Aquamarine 21.71 Carat Princess Cut Loose Gemstone, Unmounted, Design Your Dream
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted, this 21.71 carat aquamarine is an impressive statement gemstone featuring a crisp princess cut with clean geometry and bright light return. The stone pre...
Aquamarine, Beryl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$29,800
W 0.87 in L 1.01 in
36.67 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone, Natural Unmounted Opal, Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and luminous 36.67 carat natural Ethiopian opal, offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. This impressive oval opal displays vivid play of color, shifting...
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
10 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Freeform Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
This incandescent 10 ct. Boulder Opal freeform cabochon features a captivating play of color across its polished surface with electrifying flashes of green, violet, aqua, and gold sh...
Opal
Pear/Teardrop Shape Natural Aquamarine Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry 20mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Polished Aquamarine Cabochon Weight 18.10 carats Dimension 20.5 x 15.6 x 8.3 mm Origin Skardu Pakistan Treatment None Color Light Blue Shape Pear/Teardrop T...
Aquamarine
New Sugarloaf Cabochon Jade Loose Gemstone, Designer Unknown, 2026
Located in Kowloon, HK
This 10.15ct Natural Type-A Myanmar Jadeite isn’t just a gemstone; it’s a fragment of the "highest etheric spectrum." Featuring a rare, architectural Sugarloaf Cut, this stone glows ...
Jade
Collection Grade Lavender Purple Color Natural Kunzite (Spodumene) Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Kunzite Weight 269.10 carats Dimension 38.50 x 29.30 x 26.50 mm Origin Nuristan, Afghanistan Treatment None Color Lavender Purple Shape and Cut Long C...
Kunzite
$35,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.49 in D 0.22 in L 0.87 in
AGL Certified 8.11 Carat Australian Black Opal Vivid Blue Green N2-B4
Located in Chicago, IL
This pear-shape stunning Australian Black Opal displays a vivid Blue-Green Play-of-Color Phenomena in a unique Chaff and Harlequin Jigsaw pattern. This unique gem weighs 8.11ct and m...
Opal, Black Opal
Collection Grade Soft Pink Color Emerald Cut Kunzite (Spodumene) Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Kunzite Family Spodumene Weight 106.50 carats Dimension 29.9 x 21.9 x 18.9 mm Origin Kunar, Afghanistan Color Soft Violet Pink Treatment Minor Standa...
Kunzite
Sold
W 0.19 in D 0.15 in Dm 0.19 in L 0.19 in
GIA .62 Natural Antique Old Mine Cut Transparent Light Yellow W to X Range
Located in New York, NY
GIA Identification & Origin Details Report Number: 2165747124 Shape & Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Weight: 0.62 Carat Color Grade: Light Yellow (W to X Range, Natural Color) Measu...
Diamond
GIA-Certified 2.46ct Old European Cut Diamond, Circa 1870, K SI1
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exceptional 2.46ct loose natural diamond showcases a stunning Old European Brilliant cut and comes certified with GIA report number 2233774142, issued on November 13, 2025. With...
Diamond
Collection Of Various Hand Carved Agate Intaglios
Located in New York, NY
A collection of five Victorian manner hand carved Agate intaglios in various sizes and shapes. The intaglios are decorated with floral, foliage, and ...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Collection Of Victorian Manner Carved Agate Intaglios
Located in New York, NY
A collection of ten Victorian manner hand carved Agate intaglios in various sizes and shapes. The intaglios are made of Agate in blue, purple, red and white shades. Carved Gemstones,...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Lava Cameos
Located in Riverdale, NY
Pair of Hand Carved Neoclassical Lava Unmounted Cameos from the 19th Century, Italy. Almost identical in carving (different crowns), these would work b...
Amber
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H 0.45 in W 0.41 in D 0.35 in L 0.45 in
8.65 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine from Brazil Purple Yellow Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 8.65 Carats Dimension: 11.4x10.4x8.7 Mm Origin: Brazil Sjape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Clarity: Eye Clean Certificate: On Demand For those born in the...
Amethyst, Citrine