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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 Red Coral 14K Gold Children's Necklace, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique late 19th century coral children's necklace is created with a 14 karat gold clasp. The beautiful four-strand coral necklace is strung with small coral beads and the stra...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sumptuous Burma rubies and vibrant white diamonds come together in this sensational antique necklace. Featuring a remarkable red hue, the Burma rubies total approximately 50 carats, while the diamonds that encircle them weigh a combined 30 carats. Hand-crafted in a fabulous gold-over-silver setting, such spectacular Victorian-era works of jeweled art...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver
Victorian Jet Collar
Located in New York, NY
Victorian jet collar from the late 19th Century. Beautifully faceted hexagonal links with teardrop shaped jet pendants. Set in japanned metal. Soft face...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
Victorian 15 Karat Gold and Platinum and 5.0 Carat Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold and Platinum and 5.0cts Old Mine Cut Diamond Horseshoe Necklace c.1880s
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Period: Victorian
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19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Style Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl.
This finely crafted custom piece weighs 29.6 grams and measur...
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1940s Vintage Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Diamond Approx 30.00 Carat Old Rose Cut Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian era hand made Diamond Necklace is made of 7-9k gold. It contains old rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 30.00 CTTW. Beautiful Floral motif.
Several missing...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond
Antique Natural Coral Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century natural coral necklace created with an impressive large worked 14 karat gold clasp. The clasp is beautifully made of fine filigree and cannetille work, the cr...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.59 carat aquamarine and seed pearl pendant in 15 karat yellow gold; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive Victorian aquamarine and pearl pendant...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 9.99 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Necklace with Diamond Accents
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This platinum 17" necklace by Cellini Jewelers NYC, is composed of 13 round rose cut diamonds. Each diamond is bezel set with micro pave diamonds. The diamond chain is set entirely w...
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Early 2000s Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Gold Plated French Jet Mourning Locket with Belcher Chain
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian gold plated french jet mourning locket with ornate surround, set with oval french jet and a lovely brass shield centrepiece. It hangs on a gold plated Victorian belcher chain...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Gold Plate
Antique Hand Carved Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Heirloom
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Antique Carved Natural White Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace; The pendant, measuring approx. 2.50 inches x 1.50 inches, is in excellen...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Jade
English Victorian Antique Blister Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian English 15k gold necklace with large pendant, set with blister pearl (pearl is damaged). Necklace is 17.75" long and...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Pearl, Gold
Antique, Large Onyx Gold Pendant, Enhancer with Black Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, historical, large onyx gold pendant.
The pendant can also be converted into a brooch without any problems.
Unfortunately chipped in three places.
Necklace not included in...
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19th Century Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Onyx, Gold, Enamel
Victorian Banded Agate and Natural Pearl Locket Back Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
The fine quality of the natural pearl and banded agate locket made me stopped me in my tracks when in London.. The border glows with the luster of ...
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1860s English Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Victorian Gold 1 Carat Natural Old European Cut Diamond Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Gold 1 Carat (APPX) Natural Old European Cut Diamond Pendant Circa 1920.
The 11 Diamonds are approximately G-H in color, VS-SI in clarity and 2-3.8mm in diameter.
The pi...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Gold
Antique Victorian Necklace with Natural Pearls and Sapphire in 15 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian necklace with natural pearls and sapphire set in 15 carat yellow gold. The details design and setting accentuating the bea...
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Early 1900s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Diamond Hunting Rifle Necklace Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully quirky hunting rifle necklace set in 18k rose gold. This necklace is subtle yet extremely effective once around the neck and consists of cl...
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Early 1900s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Rose Gold
Natural Colored Diamond Briolette Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Employing 18 carats of beautifully cut untreated natural colored diamonds, this versatile necklace dazzles in any light and wears as easily with jeans and a t shirt as with a little ...
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2010s American Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Black Onyx Rose Gold Bead Court Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This necklace is THE necklace of all time!! It is an original Victorian piece in excellent condition--the black onyx beads have no chips or scratches, and the yellow gold clasps and ...
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1880s Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Etruscan Five Slot Locket in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Victorian Etruscan locket crafted in 18K yellow gold with five slots (1 piece of glass is missing and one is damaged). Etruscan work adorns ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian More Necklaces
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18k Gold
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Orb Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Details at every angle, this necklace boasts four egg shaped links with such intricate decoration. All modelled in 18ct gold.
Length: 20 1/2 inches
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1830s Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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18k Gold
An Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Turquoise Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
How exciting it was to discover this rare beauty of Persian turquoise and natural pearls, still resting in its original fitted box. A garden of blooms for the neckline, in clear blue...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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18k Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind necklace from the late 1800s with cabochon sapphires of stunning quality surrounded by old mine diamonds.
Depicted in full page spread in the "The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian...
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Late 18th Century Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Fancy Intense Yellow, Pink and White Diamond Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Designed and crafted in-house by our master craftsmen and design team.
20 carats of Fancy Intense Yellow Diamonds, 1.13 carats of Fancy Intense Pink Diamonds, and 14 carats of White Diamonds. The Fancy Intense Diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian More Necklaces
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Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, ...
White Diamond Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Ruby Animal jewelry J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal jewelry White Diamond Long Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Ruby Eyes Italian Chain J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Transformation"
Hand made in Los Angeles
Available for immediate deli...
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2010s American Victorian More Necklaces
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Ruby, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique Coral and Old Cut Diamond Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century natural red coral two-strand beaded necklace set with a round clasp featuring beautiful diamonds. The clasp is embellished with a total of seventeen old cut ...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Silver, 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.
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1860s Italian Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Gold
Saint Cecelia Chatelaine Pendant by Froment-Meurice, French, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Saint Cecelia chatelaine pendant by Froment-Meurice. A gold and silver pendant in the Renaissance Revival style, the main element composed of an ornately carved openwork architectural structure in the form of an altarpiece, the central niche surmounted by a cupola set with pearls, with scroll and scalloped details to the interior and suspending a fleur-de-lis, containing a figure of Saint Cecelia playing a viola da gamba with two dancing putti to either side, flanked by two smaller raised pedestals issuing fleur-de-lis, each set with a putto (one playing a harp, the other playing a triangle), suspending a double swagged gold chain set with pearls, with two further chains suspending on one side a circular lapis lazuli seal in a trumpet form mount and on the other a watch winder, the whole accented with blue enamel and set to the reverse with a hinged band loop, approximately 9.5cm in total length. Tested yellow gold and silver, French, circa 1850.
François Désiré Froment-Meurice (1802-1855) was one of the most important French jewellery and silversmiths of the nineteenth century, described by Victor Hugo as the Cellini of his age. He exhibited in a number of International Exhibitions, where Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were among his clients. The Renaissance Revival, as seen here, and the Gothic Revival were his two major decorative styles. This piece is also typical of his penchant for placing a silver figure, usually female, within a yellow gold architectural mount. The central figure and flanking putti are identical to those found on two brooches by Froment-Meurice, one in the Birmingham Museum and one in the Schmuckmuseum Pforzheim. Another brooch by Froment-Meurice, in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, features a similar central figure, but this time as an angel with wings, in a silver oval blue enamelled frame. These examples also bear a similar gold and blue enamel architectural mount, and differ only in the surrounding and pendulant embellishments.
Saint Cecelia is the patroness of music, whose feast day is celebrated each November. A Roman maiden, she was amongst the earliest and most famous of the Roman martyrs, reputedly beheaded in 230 AD under the Emperor Alexander Severus. Throughout history, Saint Cecelia has inspired musicians and poets alike, appearing in John Dryden...
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1850s French Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Gold Dog Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a brick link chain with a sides engraved cartouche containing a dog shaped plaque suspending two lines of the same design of the chain joined by a scroll engraved eleme...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Gold Domed Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful Victorian Mid 1800’s (1840-1850) Natural half Pearl Necklace and earring set on handmade chain. Amazing condition for its age.
Necklace:
Approx. 230 Natural half pearls...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Victorian Crystal Long Chain with Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful crystal long chain from the Victorian era with a charming circular gunmetal mesh purse attached. Purse can be detached from chain so other pendants can be hung or chain can...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Steel
Late Victorian Sparkling Paste Sterling Silver Swag Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Late Victorian sterling silver swag necklace set with gorgeous sparkling Old Mine-cut close-backed white paste stones. The pastes are in excellent condition. Circa 1880.
It is the ...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Other, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Coral Fringe Snake-Link chain Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
A snake-link chain suspends a fringe of coral beads, length 40.5cm
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1890s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Coral, Yellow Gold
Victorian Large Amethyst Natural Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Natural pearls scattered artfully in Art Nouveau scroll work surrounding an exquisite show-stopping pear shaped amethyst. The beautiful hand made chain measures 22 inches in length a...
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1880s American Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Enamel Gold Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Of neglige design, the flexible collar of gaspipe linking terminating in two tassels at the front with a locket at the centre decorated with a S motif set with enamel
length 450mm a...
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1870s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket
Located in New York, NY
Victorian onyx, gold and seed pearl locket pendant circa 1880's. Lovely buckle motif with photo compartment in back. USA 1880's. 2.25" x 1.5". Origin...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Natural Pearl, Onyx, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era paste Cross pendant.
A sterling silver cross adorned with rose cut 'diamond' paste set into a closed back setting.
The cross has a jump ring bale added making it perfect for adding to a neck mess or for a nice silver longuard...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Citrine Briolette pendant, Sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, late Victorian teardrop shaped citrine briolette pendant. .
A beautiful lemony yellow citrine suspended from a sterling silver bale.
The briolette cut is a mos...
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19th Century Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet leaf pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
An interesting antique Victorian era carved Whitby Jet leaf pendant.
It is a large size and very nicely carved, it looks like a vine leaf, it's a ...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cross pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous chunky antique Victorian Jet Cross pendant.
It is a shaped Cross made from Whitby Jet and polished to a high shine.
It has a brass s...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Brass
Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Platinum, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine and diamond necklace platinum, circa 1900.
This elegant necklace comprises of beautifully sweeping scrolls festooned wit...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mourning Locket, in Memory of, 9k Gold, Black Enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique late Victorian era mourning locket is simply beautiful, whether you are an avid mourning jewellery collector or new to Mourning pieces this one is a delight.
It is craf...
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Early 20th Century British Victorian More Necklaces
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Silver Cross Pendant, Propelling Pencil, Sampson and Mordan
Located in NEWARK, GB
This spectacular antique Silver cross pendant hides a special feature, it is not only a gorgeous antique pendant but also a Propelling pencil.
An un...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Turquoise Cross pendant, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be smitten with this gorgeous antique cross pendant.
Crafted in rich 9kt yellow gold the cross has all over swirl style engra...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Onyx and Pearl Mourning Locket, Star, 9k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
I don't know about you but I love this charming antique onyx and pearl mourning locket!
It is a conversion piece, neatly converted from a brooch, it features rich high polished, inky black onyx set with a central pearl set star in yellow gold.
The locker has a rich bloomed gold bezel rim with beading.
She's such a decadent beauty and one of our favourite styles of antique jewellery with the rich luxe colours and celestial twist.
It looks great added to an antique gold long chain...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Pearl, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Dog Portrait Locket, 9k Gold Front and Back
Located in NEWARK, GB
This rare antique Victorian dog portrait locket is really quite special.
Pets were prized in the Victorian era as much as they are today, just...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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9k Gold, Copper
Antique Victorian Split Pearl Pendant, 9kt Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and unusual Victorian split pearl and seed pearl pendant.
It is a circular shaped pendant with a gold cross running through the centre set wit...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Rock Crystal Shamrock Pendant, 9k Gold, April Innocence
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet little Victorian, Rock Crystal shamrock pendant.
Beautiful high polished smooth rock crystal cabochons each set into a rich 9kt yellow gold f...
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Early 20th Century British Victorian More Necklaces
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Crystal, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Silver Mourning Cross Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver Cross pendant.
A large sized cross with a plain polished front, fully hallmarked on the reverse and with a mourning inscription
The name Katy, date...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Citrine Silver Gilt Rivière Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous necklace holds 30 stones all set in simple settings. The stones start with larger at the centre and get smaller towards the clasp. Mad cup of silver gilt.
Length: 42.5...
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1880s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Citrine, Silver, Gold
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful 18ct gold collar is flat and sits beautifully. It is fastened using a gorgeous decorative clasp.
Length: 41cm
Chain Width: 6mm
Weight: 28.6g
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1880s British Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Gold
Antique Garnet and 14 Karat Gold Cannetille Link Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique garnet and cannetille link necklace is made of 14 karat yellow gold. Each link is inlaid with ten round faceted garnets and every garnet is bezel set in a gold...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian More Necklaces
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Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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