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 15ct Gold, Victorian Cabochon Amethyst & Carved Coral Locket Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Coral Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1880 *chain sold separately A Victorian locket, circa 1880, crafted in 15ct gold with a bold central cabochon amethyst, its deep ...
Amethyst, Coral, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Ruby Bow Necklace / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Pendant/Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian bow necklace, a true embodiment of elegance and artistry. Crafted with a stunning 15c...
Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Sterling Silver, Victorian Book Chain Necklace with Silver Engraved Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Locket Sterling Silver Elegant circa 1900 solid silver locket on its original Victorian book‑chain necklace. The chain is formed of bold, articul...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace & Engraved Locket, Hallmarked 1876
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Locket Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1876 A beautiful Victorian locket and book chain in sterling silver, hallmarked Birmingham 1882. Th...
Sterling Silver
Victorian Pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.35ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.35 ct, F/G, SI Detailed description: The pendant measures 2.0 cm high and 1.2 cm wide. Total weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant Old Mine Cut .18ct 14K White Gol
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1880's Victorian Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant Old Mine Cut .18ct 14K White Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Mined Light Fancy Canary Yellow .18ct O...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Style 14K Gold-Filled Necklace with Quartz & Peridot Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Victorian style necklace with Quartz, Peridot and dangle pendant. We created it with up to 12mm whiskey tone oval shaped Quartz and 4mm Peridot rondelles as spacers. The pe...
Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with 14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30ct - F/G - SI - 44 cm long Detailed description: necklace is 44 cm long and 1.0 mm wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880s * The chain is sold separately This exquisite Victorian heart pendant, crafted in 15ct yellow gold, beautifully embodies th...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
VICTORIAN pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold with silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds total. 0.60 ct - G/H - SI – dimensions 2.7 cm long by 1.7 cm wide Detailed description the pendant is 2.7 cm long and 1.7 cm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Floral Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately This exquisite 18-carat yellow gold locket is a stunning example of craftsmanship and timeless bea...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Necklace Black Enamel Chain Diamond Pearl J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Puffed Heart Pendant Gold Plated Victorian Chain J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Heart Necklace centers on a puffed heart in 14k gold pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, B...
Antique 15ct Gold, Early Victorian Cabochon Garnet, Diamond & Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 * The chain is sold separately A beautifully romantic Early Victorian pendant, dating to circa 1860, crafted in rich 15ct yellow gol...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace & Engraved Locket Hallmarked 1882
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Locket Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1882 A beautiful Victorian locket and book chain in sterling silver, ...
Sterling Silver
VICTORIAN Necklace and pendant with coral 14k gold 25.3 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with coral beads and a pendant set with coral – 50 cm – 25.3 grams Detailed description the length of the necklace is 50 cm long by 2.5 mm wide dimensions...
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower pendant is a true masterpiece. The pe...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
9ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond, Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Victorian horseshoe pendant in 9ct yellow gold, set with thirteen rose-cut diamonds and...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Georgian Garnet Pendent / Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Georgian Garnet Flower Shape Locket 9ct Gold Circa 1820 Gold chain is sold separately. A radiant cluster of deep crimson garnets encircles a hidden secret—this antique p...
Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Heart Necklace Black Enamel Pendant Black Diamond Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace Black Enamel Pendant Black Diamond Gold Plated Puffy Heart Designer: J DAUPHIN The Black Diamond Puffy Heart is a symbolic sculptural piece by J DAUPHIN, drawing ins...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.60ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel heart locket pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Victorian heart locket pendant is a romantic antique design from the 1880’s, featuring 36 old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.50 carats in total. Graded G-H...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Garnet Locket Pendant, with Floral Diamond Setting
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 * The chain is sold separately Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Early Victorian pendant, expertly crafted from 15ct...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamond sup to 3.00ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 3.00 ct – G/H - SI - 42 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 42 cm long a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Stamped, Victorian Large Floral Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately This stunning Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct gold, is a beautiful testament to the craftsmans...
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Silver Early Victorian Garnet Large Aesthetic Glass Backed Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bohemian Garnet Locket Silver Tested Circa 1875 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step into the elegance of the Early Victorian era with this stunning large oval-shaped loc...
Garnet, Silver
Victorian pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 1.50 ct – G/H – SI – 8.8 grams Detailed description: The pendant measures 3.1 cm long and 2.4 cm wide....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14K Gold Lion Locket Necklace with Diamond & Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian lion, panther, leopard or tiger locket and chain in 14 Karat Gold with an Old Mine Cut Diamond in the mouth and Ruby cabochons in the eyes, in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamond up to 1.20ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and gold and silver solitaire pendant set with rose-cut diamonds total approx. 1.20ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklac...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
18K gold 1893 Chalice & host charm, rare Antique Catholic - Souvenir communion
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are delighted to introduce this lovely 18 karat yellow gold patina medal featuring a chalice, which is a cup often use for drinking during a religious ceremony. A host marked with...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15t Yellow Gold Victorian Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 This large, oval, faceted Amethyst Victorian pendant is a true beauty. The Amethyst is framed in 15ct yellow gold, which ...
Amethyst, Moonstone, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Necklace Magen David Star Ruby Cross Truth Enamel Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace Magen David Star Ruby Cross Truth Enamel Chain J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Truth Heart is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass. The pendant is a full rounded p...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1880 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. Thi...
Gold, 18k Gold
6 Carat Zircon Pendant 14K Gold Victorian Necklace Downton Abbey Bridgerton
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Victorian to Art Deco Six Carat Fine Blue Zircon Pendant with a gorgeous round faceted natural blue Zircon gem of great beauty in an elegant 14 Karat Gold ...
Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant with old mine and rose cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with old mine and rose cut diamonds. 1.20ct – G/H - SI - 50cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 50 cm l...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Patterned Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Locket * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY. Double Sided Victorian Gold Locket, Circa 1880 Rich with history and sentiment, this exquisite 15ct y...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold & Enamel, Fancy Victorian Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Watch Key 15ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian pocket watch key and chain is a rare and stunning find. Crafted fro...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French Antique Virgin Mary pendant, 18 karat solid gold religious Catholic charm
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning religious charm. This 18 karat solid yellow gold charm depicts a well detailled Virgin Mary in front of an halo of stained glass. This unique pendant is sig...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Goddess Athena Hardstone Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold Antique 1860-1880
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning Goddess Athena antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Hard stone Carnelian or Agate Cameo Pendant. The Museum Quality hard stone cameo is of extraordinary b...
Carnelian, Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Old Mine Diamond Pansy Flower Moon Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND 14K GOLD CRESCENT MOON PENDANT WITH AN EXQUISITE LAVENDER ENAMEL PANSY FLOWER. THE FLOWER HAS TWO EXQUISITE LEAVES...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Evil Eye Charm Natural White Baguette Diamond Blue Sapphire Designer Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This fine jewelry item is a 14K Gold Natural Baguette Diamond and Blue Sapphire Evil Eye Pendant. It is stylized as an artistic, modern talisman designed to serve as a protective evi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Black Diamond Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Black Diamond Miraculous Medal Necklace Oxidized Solid Silver Designer: J Dauphin The Miraculous Medal Devotional Necklace is a one-of-a-kind architectural statement piece. ...
Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Miniature Pendant, Circa 1820
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1820 *The chain is sold separately A beautiful Victorian miniature portrait pendant, framed with 38 natural seed pearls and set in solid 9ct gold....
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 1988 9ct Gold Painted Bird Glass Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
This charming late 20th-century pendant features a finely hand-painted bird study, rendered in delicate naturalistic tones on a circular canvas panel. The bird is shown perched on a ...
Gold, 9k Gold
Rare 18k Antique photo locket : French Victorian 18 Karat solid gold pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 Karat orange yellow gold Victorian Locket. This stunning oval locket has a raised base with small dots as the base, which give this beauty a strong and...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front, Victorian Floral Engraved Locket, Circa 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Circa 1890 *The chain is sold separately One side is engraved with a bird surrounded by flowers—precise and decorative. The other ...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Early Victorian Lava Cherub Cameo Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cherub Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1860s * The chain is sold separately Introducing an exquisite early Victorian cherub pendant. This angelic double drop cherub cameo is hand...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautifully designed Victorian necklace set with faceted Bohemian garnets. The garnets are set in low carat gold, with lovely garnet flowers and drops, and a large centre garnet. The necklace is a shorter length measuring length 37.3 cm / 14.7 inches, and the central drop measures 4.7 cm / 1.85 inches. This is a really exquisite antique garnet necklace...
Antique Victorian Garnet Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklace 15K Gold - c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this exquisite antique Victorian 15ct gold garnet cabochon pendant necklace made c.1880. Featuring a stunning Etruscan revival design, this piece displays ...
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Diamond Heart Necklace Enamel Chain Gold Pearl J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Puffy Heart Necklace White Diamond Pearl 14k Gold Plated Designer: J Dauphin The White Diamond and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace by J Dauphin is a 14k gold plated brass sculptural he...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass, Enamel
Antique Victorian 2.60ct Diamond Pendant Crescent Moon 14k Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stunning antique Victorian diamond crescent moon pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s) 13 old mine cut diamonds graduate in size and total an estimated 2.60...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Emerald Gemstone Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Antique Emerald Gold Cross Pendant. Securely Hand set with 11 Green Emeralds, weighing approx. 1.00tcw. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The Cross m...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Choker Necklace Seven Hearts White Diamond Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Choker Necklace Seven Hearts White Diamond Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Heart Choker is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a continuous chain of seven sculptural heart li...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Floral Motif Round Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian floral motif round locket pendant crafted in 14K gold. The piece features 13 rose cut diamonds (TW 0.05ct, RW-W, SI). Circa 1880. Weight: 8.14g Size: 4x2.9cm I...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Double Side 14K Gold Morpho Butterfly Wing Charm / Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian real butterfly wing double-sided charm or pendant. With a very small brown moth mounted on a brilliant blue real Morpho butterfly wing to one side and anoth...
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain Necklace with Original Oval Locket
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking and highly wearable late Victorian sterling silver book chain necklace, hallmarked Birmingham 1884, retaining its original matching oval locket pendant. The necklace is f...
Sterling Silver
Fine Large Antique Victorian 15K Rose Gold Banded Agate Natural Pearl Cross
Located in New York, NY
Elegant cabochon banded agate, natural pearl 15K Rose Gold large antique English cross 19th Century Composed of well matched banded agate cabochons forming an elongated vertical white line against a dark background with each arm ending in three silvery white natural pearls. Original bale of substantial size centered with a dimunitive cabochon banded agate flanked by natural pearls. Banded agate has been prized for its beauty and protective powers for thousands of years, making it particularly well suited for a cross. The gem is thought to shield the wearer from negative energies, promote calmness and enhance self-confidence. Victorian banded agate jewelry...
Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
HIGH VICTORIAN Necklace and pendant with Coral and pearls 14k gold - 20.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with Coral and pearls - 20.5 grams - 42 cm long detailed description the pendant is 4.1 cm high and 2.4 cm wide the necklace is 60 cm lon...
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1883 Silver Ivy Oval Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
This Victorian silver oval locket is a beautifully restrained example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, combining crisp engraving.The front is decorated with a central engraved fol...
Silver
Roman Warrior Goddess Jade Intaglio Pendant Fob Necklace 14K Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Hand Carved Jade Hard Stone Intaglio Swivel Fob Pendant Necklace or Charm with an image of a Roman or Greek God...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Victorian Gutta Percha Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Imposing Victorian Gutta Percha Cross Pendant from the 1870's. Large cross pendant set with gutta percha cabochons on a mixed link chain with heavily hand etched rectangular stations...