Victorian Drop Necklaces
VICTORIAN STYLE
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.
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Style: Victorian
Antique Cut Steel Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Floral rondelles, the five central ones with tassels, comprise this lovely cut steel necklace. Multi-faceted cut steel jewelry was popular during the 18th and mid 19th century. The ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Steel
Victorian Lion Pendant Ruby 14 Karat Gold Circus Hoop Panther Leopard Tiger
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous pendant depicting a Lion bursting through a Circus hoop. The Victorian Pendant is 14 Karat Gold with Ruby eyes and mouth. This is one of the most wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian pendants with a beautifully modeled three dimensional lion, leopard or panther in 14 Karat Gold with two Ruby cabochon eyes and a round faceted ruby in the mouth. This is such a rare design with the head of the lion bursting through the circus hoop! I have never seen this before. We love our panther, lion, cat jewelry...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
As per myths, pearls are meant to symbolize knowledge received from experi...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled
Antique Amethyst Pendant 14 Karat Gold Etruscan Revival Necklace Leaf Motif
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST AND PEARL ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT.
The exquisite pendant has a briolette faceted natural amethyst drop with a finely decorated Etru...
Category
20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
As per myths, pearls are meant to symbolize knowledge received from experi...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Chrysophrase, Gold-filled
Victorian Coral Flower Pendant Hand Carved Circa 1880 Gold Rare Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Victorian Pendant of hand carved Coral with a design of flowers or leaves. The coral is set in 9 Karat Yellow Gold. The coral pendant is a beautiful example of artistic expression - the leaves have incredible three dimensional design which create a masterpiece of Victorian jewelry artistry. It is so very difficult to find these magnificent coral jewels...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Rose Garnet & Seed Pearl Bohemian 9K Yellow Gold Drop Necklace, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Step into the elegance of the past with this stunning antique Bohemian necklace, a true testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the Late Victorian period.
Crafted in warm 9 cara...
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Early 1900s English Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Long Chain Assemblage, Circle of Life, Studio VL
By Studio VL
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Long Chain Assemblage made of elements from the late 19th Century. A long black enamel link mourning chain in 14k from the 1880's is married to a mechanical toy...
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1880s Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian Revivalist Owl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Revivalist Owl Necklace from the late 19th Century. Charming owl motif which signified knowledge and wisdom, rendered as a beautifully detailed gold bird on branch...
Category
1870s British Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, 9k Gold
Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphins 23" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
Pearl cultivation goes back to at least the 13th century CE. In ancient times, ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled
Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent Charm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent Victorian revival charm necklace. Of antiqued gilt bronze and black velvet ribbon threaded through the chain. Focal p...
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1980s Vintage Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Belle Epoque Apollo God Lyre Musician Cameo Brooch 14 Karat Gold High Relief
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning large size antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Shell Cameo Brooch Pin with a high relief carving of a neoclassical image of the God Apollo with a lyre instrument...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9k yellow gold hand painted miniature portrait pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and esta...
Category
1870s Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Triple Drop & Tassel Pendant Necklace in Mesh Silver Setting
Located in Milford, DE
A handmade Victorian-era statement necklace. Three drop pendants hang in sequence on a snake chain. Each features an elongated, open back, champagne/topaz colored crystal set in a sawtooth bezel. Two of the pendants are set in a decorative sterling silver mesh frame. These mesh settings have copper/bronze coloring on the folds to accent the centerpiece crystal. The bottom-most crystal is set in a sterling silver setting decorated with two flower motifs and dangling chain tassels.
This statement pendant hangs off a sterling silver snake chain necklace...
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20th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
As per myths, pearls are meant to symbolize knowledge received from experi...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled
Vintage Large Carved Coral Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand carved Large Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace. Featuring a Hand carved Coral Female Portrait, accented by Seed Pearls and Pearl set dangling ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 30 Carat Citrine Swag Pendant Brooch Gold Monumental
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant Brooch with 30 Carats of Magnificent Citrine gems set in a stunning open work acanthus scroll swag design in 10-12 Kara...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
As per myths, pearls are meant to symbolize knowledge received from experi...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled
Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphins 23" Long Made by Designer J Dauphin
Pearl cultivation goes back to at least the 13th century CE. In ancient times, ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled
Vintage Portrait and Garnet Bead Gold Antique Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Portrait and Garnet Bead Gold Antique Necklace. Featuring a Hand Painted Portrait in 18K Yellow Gold mounting. Suspended from an 18K Yellow Gold intrica...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved Necklace and Earrings, circa 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
The necklace designed as panels of carved classical motifs; a pair of earclips en suite; mounted in gold; length of necklace: 20in; length of earclips: 2in.
Category
1860s Italian Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Moonstone Demantoid Garnet & Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate
Composition: 15K Yellow Gold
Primary Stone: Moonstone
Carat Weight: Approximately 5 Carats
Accent Stone: Nine Old European Cut Demantoid Garnets
Carat Weight: ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Corallium Rubrum Fringe Snake-Link chain Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
A snake-link chain suspends a fringe of corallium rubrum beads, length 40.5cm
Category
1890s British Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Antique Swiss Painted Enamel Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
A large antique finely painted enamel miniature of a Swiss girl set in a 14K gold, diamond and natural pearl pendant, made in Geneva, Switzerland, c. 1860.
Estimated total diamond w...
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Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Necklace Howell James Co 14k Gold Turquoise Case
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian rock crystal necklace (circa 1870s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Faceted rock crystal drops me...
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Citrine Pearl Heart Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Victorian - Art Deco Citrine Pearl Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The rare pendant is set with a stunning oval faceted Citrine of magnificent orange color. The citr...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Gutta Percha Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Smart and tailored gutta percha necklace or collar, tie it on and walk away. Gutta percha is a black or brown hard rubber like material made from...
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, opalescent white vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm
About the creator Victor Ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-19th Century Neapolitan Gold Locket Portrait Holder Oval Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Decorated with flowers and branches and colored stone, weight 6,7 gr.
Category
1850s Italian Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Drop Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Royal Blue Enamel 6 Diamonds 0.1 ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace, 18k White Gold, Dew Drop collection, royal blue vitreous enamel, 6 diamonds, total 0.1 ct G VS brilliant cut
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold and Natural Citrine Rivière
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold and Natural Citrine Rivière
L: 51.8cm / 20.4 in.
Citrine: Size: 1.3 cm x 1.7 cm / 0.5 in. x 0.7 in.
32 grams
c.1880
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
16.47tcw 14K Vintage Inspired Oval Emerald Cabochon & Oval Amethyst Drop Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable emerald and amethyst necklace, that showcases three gorgeous gemstones. At the very top of the piece, a 1.86-carat, natural cabochon emerald. Followed by a 1.83-carat, n...
Category
2010s Zambian Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Pink Enamel 37 Diamonds Aquamarine
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round locket pendant necklace 18k white gold, Opera Collection, translucent pink vitreous enamel, guilloche, 37 diamonds...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Gold Lavalier Crescent Moon Floral Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
14K Gold Crescent Moon encrusted with seed pearls. Has a Diamond Center. Measuring .90 inches. This is on a 20-inch long chain. This is out of a massive collection of New Old stock i...
Category
1880s Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s Victorian Diamond Lavaliere Necklace Brooch 1.5 Carat
Located in Wallkill, NY
This pendant Flower and Branch design adorned with sparkling Rose Cut diamonds. Old Mine cut diamond in a bezel setting hangs in the center with dangles The sterling chain connects t...
Category
1860s Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver
Dew Drop Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, opalescent white vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Bold Yellow Gold Brooch and Earring Set, circa 1850
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A pair of bold Etruscan Revival antique earrings circa 1850. Beautiful granulation was executed with wonderful symmetry and expertise. Truly a high style antique set of gorgeous earr...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Jill Garber French Porcelain Cherub with Mother-of-Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
A romantic large antique French hand painted porcelain depicting a cherub cradling a basket of pink roses dating to the nineteenth century stands front and center in this one of a ki...
Category
2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Drop Pendant, 18k White Gold, Dark Blue Vitreous Enamel 6 Diamonds 0.1 Ct G Vs
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant, 18k White Gold, Dew Drop Collection, dark blue vitreous enamel 6 diamonds, total 0.1 ct G VS brilliant cut
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victor Mayer is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 6.22 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 6.22 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian diamond pendant...
Category
1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm
About the creator Victor ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18kt + Angel Skin Coral Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this necklace features beautiful light pink Angel Skin coral. Hanging from detailed diamond-shaped se...
Category
1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat rose gold cross pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive Victorian cross pendant has been crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold.
The substantial 14k yellow gold cross has bifurcated terminals to each cross-bar.
A smaller ornate, chased decorated 14k rose gold cross ornaments...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Locket Pendant 18k White Gold Pink Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds Aquamarine
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round locket pendant 18k white gold, Opera Collection, translucent pink vitreous enamel, guilloche, 37 diamonds, total 0...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Dew Drop Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Translucent Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm
About the creator Victor Mayer
Vic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
4.52 Carat Garnet and Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 4.52 carat garnet and 0.61 carat diamond and, 12 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive antique Victorian pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold.
The symmetrical, pierced millegrain decorated design is ornamented with seven impressive individually bezel set garnets, in a combination of round and cushion cut.
The upper portion of the design incorporates an articulated drop comprised of a bezel set cushion cut garnet, flanked with two individually bezel set Old European cut diamonds, all in a vertical linear arrangement.
The 12k yellow gold frame is embellished with the remaining sixteen pavé set Old European round diamonds.
The Victorian pendant suspends from an 18k yellow gold 40.64cm/16" belcher chain, via a flared ring loop attachment to the upper border of the design.
This stunning garnet necklace is fitted to the fine and impressive, original leatherette presentation box with a velvet and satin lined interior, securing with a push fit catch.
This Victorian garnet pendant...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.55 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique antique pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold and silver.
The pierced decorated pendant has a central floriated design, embellished with hand painted enamel decoration; a single pearl ornaments...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel
