Also called Romantic period jewelry, antique early Victorian jewelry and watches were a celebration of the young monarch’s love.
When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. While this may seem a bit simple for our contemporary tastes, the serpent symbolizes eternity, and has become a popular motif in jewelry. The tail in the serpent’s mouth forms an unbroken circle. This dewy-eyed happiness trickled down to the masses and men and women favored jewelry that was sentimental and full of symbolism. Today, antique Victorian jewelry is very coveted and highly collectible.
Romantic period jewelry tends to be feminine and ornate. Flowers, hearts, birds, and bows were just some of the common decorative motifs. These pieces were embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. It was common to express your devotion with jewelry — REGARD and DEAREST rings were particularly popular. These rings were set with stones that corresponded to each letter: Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond.
Most often, the design of the ring was simple, with the stones going across the shank of the ring in a line, but it was not uncommon to see a REGARD ring in a flower formation, with each stone set in the petal of the flower.
Another common early Victorian ring style was two hands clasping a flower or stone. They came in many styles and were made of coral and ivory but also of gold with precious and semiprecious gemstones. These rings, while not exclusively Victorian, are often associated with the time period and symbolized friendship. Lockets enclosed with hair, cameos depicting cupid or a loved one’s face and enamel pieces were also popular.
The early Victorian period corresponded with the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Jewelry, no longer made only by hand, became more affordable during the 19th century. The growing middle class also helped increase the demand for it. This was reflected in how women styled their jewelry; they were not afraid to adorn themselves from head to toe with stacking and layering in between. Considering the time period (this was before the California Gold Rush), a lot of pieces in the Romantic period were made using low-karat gold or were gold-plated. Fine gold wire was also employed frequently to add to the design. This is a nice trick to know when determining the date of Victorian jewelry.
Find a range of antique Romantic period brooches, necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 14k Gold Pendant Necklace with Pearl & Diamonds, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with pearl and old mine cut diamond total approximately 0.70 ct G/H - SI - 40 cm long detailed description the pendant is 2.3 cm high and ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Necklace with old mine cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 2.50 ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Neacklace and pendant with rose cut diamond up to0.80ct 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 0.80ct - 45cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 0.9 mm wide size of the pendant...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with pearl, old mine and rose cut diamonds 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with a pearl, old mine and rose-cut diamonds, totaling 3.00 ct – G/H - SI - 60 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 60 cm long and...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Medallion pendant with onyx and pearls 13.5 grams 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold medallion pendant with onyx and pearl detailed description The pendant is 4.5 cm long by 2.7 cm wide A photo can be placed behind glass in the pendant weight 13.5...
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Victorian pendant with rose cut diamonds and necklace 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond total approx. 0.50ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45...
Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold
14k Red Gold Pendant Necklace with Rose-Cut Diamonds, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.15 ct – G/H - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wid...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.20ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.3 mm wide....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with Southsea pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold/ silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a South Sea pearl and a rose-cut diamond 0.10 ct – G/H - SI - 45 cm Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pendant and necklace with old mine cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a silver cross pendant set with old mine-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 2.00 ct – G/H – SI – 40 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 40 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.10ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver pendant set with rose cut diamond total approximately 1.10ct – G/H - SI Detailed description the size of the pendant is 4.3 cm high and 1.3 cm wide to...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with 835 silver clasp set with emerald and rose cut diamonds on a three strand pearl necklace - 50 cm long (shortest strand) detailed description The necklace is 50...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant with Diamond, 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Capture the elegance of the Victorian and Art Deco eras with this exquisite Antique Shell Cameo Habillé Brooch/Pendant. Hand-carved from genuine natural shell, likely carnelian, this...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Necklace with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with pearl and rose diamond up to 0.20ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 m...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 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
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamond up to 0.80ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace and a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond 0.80ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 0.7 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Flower head shape pendant with rose diamonds up to. 4.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver in a flower head shape pendant set with various rose diamonds up to. 4.00ct – G/H – SI – 6.1 grams Detailed description dimensions of the pendant are 3....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,345Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
A tremendously good antique riviere necklace. Early Victorian era this beautiful antique riviere necklace borrows much of its design elements from the...
Sterling Silver
18ct Gold French Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond, Enamel & Pearl Brooch/Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Brooch/Pendant 18ct Gold French Circa 1850 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this stunning Early Victorian-era brooch, meticulously crafted to showc...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace set with rose diamonds total. 1.50ct – G/H – Pique1 - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 0.7 mm wide the dimension...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.40 ct – G/H - SI – 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 1.50 ct – G/H - SI – 60 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 60 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace with coral 11.8 grams 14k yellow gold 11.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a centerpiece set with various coral shapes – 11.8 grams – 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.2 mm wide The centerpiece...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a pearl and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.10 ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with pearl and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with pearls and rose diamonds up to 0.10ct – G/H - SI – 45 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
$856Sale Price|20% Off
14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Fine Choler
Located in London, GB
Modern Circa Late 20th Century - 1990s 14ct 585 Gold & Silver 925 15.75" Inch Choker Back of front section & Chain are 14ct Gold and the front gr...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
14k Yellow Gold Antique Pendant Necklace with 0.25ct Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.25 ct – G/H - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace, Circa 1880, 0.40ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose cut diamond 0.40ct - 45cm Detailed description the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.6 mm wide The size of the pendant is 3.0 cm hig...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a pearl and an old mine-cut diamond 1.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm l...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, total approximately 1.00 ct – G/H - SI – 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Choker with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver centerpiece set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30ct – G/H – SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 45 cm ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Amethyst Poured Glass Filigree Necklace 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage 1930s Amethyst Poured Glass & Filigree Necklace A rare and exceptional Vintage Amethyst Poured Glass Necklace. The colour and calibre of the amethyst poured glass in t...
Victorian pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.25ct and necklace 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond total approx. 0.25ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 4...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Oval Virgin Mary Necklace Emerald Diamond Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Diamond Virgin Mary Necklace Silver Medal J Dauphin Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arsenal for the spiritual. Since ancient times spiritual pendants, r...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian cross pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Rose gold cross pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling 0.50 ct G/H SI Detailed description: The pendant measures 7.5 cm high and 3.8 cm wide. Total weight: 8.5 grams. Set w...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 4.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with various sizes of rose diamonds. 4.50 ct – G/H – SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Gold Chalcedony Fox Seal with Chased Split Ring Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique early Victorian 9ct gold seal fob pendant, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. This stunning piece features classic scrolling arches leading to an integral bail, which is ...
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
necklace with old mine and rose cut diamonds up to 3.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with old mine and rose cut diamonds. 3.00ct – G/H – VS/SI – 45 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklac...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
14k Rose Gold Victorian Anchor Necklace with 1.01 ct Old Mine Diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold anchor necklace with solitaire pendant set with an old mine-cut diamond up to 0.60 ct – J/K - Pique – 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early Victorian 14k Pink Gold Cross Pendant with Jesus, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
Early Victorian 14k pink gold pendant in the shape of a cross with Jesus - 2.5 grams - 6.5 cm x 3.0 cm Detailed description: The pendant measures 6.5 cm long by 3.0 cm wide Weight...
Gold, 14k Gold
VICTORIAN 14k gold pendant with cameo - lady's portrait - 12.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant with cameo - lady's portrait - 12.0 grams Detailed description The pendant is 6.0 cm high and 3.4 cm wide. Total weight: 12.0 grams Set with: - 4.4 cm x 3.3 cm ...
14k Gold
14k Rose Gold & Silver Pendant Necklace with Emeralds & Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with emerald and old mine cut diamonds. 0.50ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description the necklace is 50 cm lon...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Virgin Mary Necklace Diamond Ruby Gold Plated Figaro Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal Necklace with Ruby & Diamond, Gold Plated Brass Chain Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in sterling silver, this structural necklace features an oval Mirac...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Antique 18k Gold Garnet and Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold necklace with pendant with garnet and rose cut diamond 0.20ct - H/I - SI - 50 cm Detailed description the necklace is 50 cm long and 0.7 mm wide The size of the pendant i...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique 18k Gold and Silver Necklace with Rose Cut Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace and pendant of gold and silver set with rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.30ct – G/H - SI – 50 cm long Detailed description the length of the neck...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Austro-Hungarian Paste and Seed Pearl Collar Necklace 19th Century
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
An elegant 19th century Austro-Hungarian paste collar necklace featuring richly colored faceted glass stones set in gilt metal. The design alternates larger oval amethyst-colored pas...
Silver Plate
NEW GIA Cert Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace 42 inches long.
Located in Warren, NJ
This exquisite necklace features stunning natural saltwater pearls complemented by 14k yellow gold and delicate beaded detailing. The necklace's nature theme perfectly embodies the t...
Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Pendant with amethyst up to 15.00ct 14k gold 10.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold pendant set with amethyst, totaling approximately 15.00 ct – 10.5 grams Detailed description The pendant measures 3.6 cm high by 2.2 cm wide. Total weight: 10.5 gr...
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Garnet Pendant Necklace, Circa 1880, 12.4g
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with garnet - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 1.8 mm wide. The pendant measures 4.0 cm long and 3.2 cm wid...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 0.25ct - 4.1 grams - 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with gold and silver centerpiece set with rose cut diamond up to 0.25ct - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long, and 0.9 mm wide dimension...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 1.8 mm wide. The pe...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Necklace with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 3.30ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with brilliant and single cut diamonds. 3.30ct – G/H – VS/SI – 42 cm long Detailed description the length of the ne...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Spectacular Victorian Citrine Cross
Located in Cohasset, MA
Victorian Citrine Cross pendant 2.25 - 2.5", circa 1890 This Antique Victorian Large 14K Citrine Cross Pendant is a stunning piece of vintage jewelry. The pendant features a cross s...
Citrine, 14k Gold
Silver necklace with pendant set with a rose-cut diamond 0.50 ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace with pendant set with a rose-cut diamond 0.50 ct - H/I - SI - 38 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 38 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. The pendant measures 2.0 ...
Diamond, 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
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
Beaded Jade & Black Onyx Opera Necklace with Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:1.92ct, Silver:18.14gms, Jade:115.70ct, Black Onyx:347.75ct Size: 702mmXXMM"
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver