Mid-19th Century Jewelry

This cut steel brooch is designed as a bouquet of leaves

Crafted in silver, this beautiful brooch dates to the 1860s. Taking on the likeness of a duck sat upon a flower, the brooch is adorned with 0.30 carat total of rose cut diamonds. A s...

This magnificent, unisex, antique buckle band ring was crafted during the early Victorian era from solid 18k yellow gold with a platinum top and features approximately 1.24 carats of...

This refined and lovely Victorian ring spotlights a vibrant octagon shaped emerald within a navette shaped field of glittering mine cut diamonds, subtly enhanced at the shoulders wit...

A 3.0-carat luminous Australian opal with iridescent hues of blue, green, yellow, orange and pink centers this exquisite antique ring surrounded by a halo of 0.85 carats of rose-cut ...

A striking coral beaded necklace from the mid-19th century. Crafted with vibrant red coral beads, this piece exudes elegance and timeless beauty. The necklace is secured with a yello...

An archaeological revival gold cross brooch/pendant, consisted of five square panels, each with a concave rosette, the central one set with a square-cut ruby, the other four set with...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow G.F CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE:...

Symbolic Snakes This extremely beautiful, rare Victorian bracelet is a joy to admire as survivor of Victorian Period jewellery Glorious workma...

Biedermeier style brooch with garnet and enamel Made of 14-karat foam gold A set of jewelry dating back to the first half of the 19th century (around 1840-1850), Biedermeier peri...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Bonnet STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1850 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 39mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key W...

Undulating swirls of agate in mellow colors are cut and polished, then set in silver. Texture and softness were created by the jeweler with his choice of patterned agates as well as his ability to sculpt the stone. The pink agates are not frequently seen in scottish 19th century jewelry. Here they beautifully punctuate the horizontal plane. All of the workmanship was performed by hand Scottish jewelry, as well as Scottish tradition, were brought to the forefront during the second half of the 19th century because Queen Victorian and Prince Albert were deeply involved with and romanced Scottish tradition. At their privately owned castle Balmoral they dressed in Scottish clothing and wore Scottish jewelry. Their dedication brought Scottish agate...

Antique 14kt. yellow gold jewelry suite of brooch, earrings, and bracelet set with garnets. Possibly made in Europe. Hallmarked 14kt. The dimensions...

A beautifully made mid-Victorian 18 karat gold and turquoise bangle bracelet. The bracelet is set with a dome of pavé turquoise stones surrounded by a rope motif, cannetille work and...

Antique Victorian Driving Monkeys Paste Stone Brooch – 19th Century Silver Bicycle Brooch This antique Victorian brooch features a charming scene of monkeys driving a bicycle, crafted in the 19th century from silver. The brooch is fully functional, with the monkeys in motion and the wheels turning, offering a playful and dynamic element to this unique and highly collectible piece of jewelry. Symbolism of the Monkeys: Monkeys are often seen as symbols of playfulness, curiosity, and intelligence. In many cultures, they also represent mischief and adaptability. The inclusion of monkeys in this brooch may evoke a sense of whimsy and joy, while their movement could symbolize the balance of effort and fun, making this brooch not only a piece of jewelry but also a conversation starter with rich symbolism. Composition: • Materials: Silver, antique paste stones...

An antique Victorian period blue enamel, diamond, and gold locket pendant centered by an oval picture glass in a blue enamel border adorned with gold and diamond gadroons, topped by ...

Bague ancienne en or rose 18 carats (750 millièmes) du milieu du 19ème siècle, dont le plateau est orné d'un diamant taille rose rectangulaire entouré de douze diamants taille rose m...

Victorian Romanticism Exquisite Victorian period large and outstanding pendant part of the sentimental, romantic period – English origin 1860 ca, crafted of solid 18 KT gold Large ov...

This Georgian buckle is set with gorgeous sparkling paste. Paste Diameter: 3.5mm Buckle Dimensions: 21x16mm Weight: 7.1g

An antique early Victorian topaz and gold belcher link padlock bracelet, the finely chased links decorated with a clover-leaf rinceau over a stippled background, completed by a heart...

An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery commissioned and subsequently bestowed by the Kings of Siam, principally to be worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. In the mid-19th century, King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam also commissioned the courtly jewellers to create a number of faithful replicas of these ceremonial jewels to be offered as gifts to diplomatic families, important visitors and to Heads of State across the world when re-establishing diplomatic relationships. One such example (which is remarkably similar to the present ring) resides in the museum of the Château de Fontainebleau (item F1518C) where it was given as a gift from King Mongkut to Napoléon-III on the important ambassadorial visit of 1861 (see photos for a side by side comparison). Ceremonial Use: During the 19th century, many rings were made every year by the royal jewellers for ceremonial use. Examples of these lavish cluster rings being worn for these life-cycle ceremonies can be seen on old photos and paintings of the Royal Tonsure Ceremony, also known as ‘the cutting of the top-knot’ ceremony, which marked the transition from childhood into adulthood for all of the (many!) sons and daughters of the Siam royal family. The huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam stemmed from Kings Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) being highly polygamous. They had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own ceremonial regalia and princely jewels. As a result, Bangkok became home to some incredibly skilled goldsmiths in this period. The Tonsure ceremony was performed by the King, and lasted three days and three nights. All of the royal children would be dressed in the most splendid costumes and adorned with a vast amount of jewels on several parts of the body. Their costumes and jewels differed according to their title and rank. Diamonds for instance, would be bestowed to the highest ranking noble children. The royal children were allowed to keep their regalia and jewels as a present on entering adulthood to indicate their social status among society. Over the years, these royal jewels have been dispersed across the many noble families, with currently only a few important pieces remaining in the royal collection. Today, the number of royals in Thailand is contracting as the country follows the Chinese nobility system whereby with each generation the noble rank of a family decreases by one ranking so that eventually the majority of descendants will lose their noble status completely. This loss of royal privilege, coupled with the dilution of wealth has meant that items such as this ring become available on the open market. Following the end of the absolute monarchy in Thailand in 1932, many members of the royal family relocated to Europe and as a consequence, princely Thai items can occasionally be found in the European art market. Gift Exchange: In Siam culture, great importance is placed on the ancestral process of gift-exchange. During the reign of King Mongkut, close relationships with some powerful countries were cultivated in order to hold the balance of power and to save Siam from being colonised. The King used gift-exchange to establish diplomatic relations with other heads of state around the world, as well as with other kings, princes and sultans closer to home. He sent troupes of ambassadors to England (1857) and France (1861) with seemingly endless amounts of trunks filled with lavish gifts in order to dazzle the heads of state with the extraordinary quality and variety of Siam craftsmanship. These gifts consisted of faithful replicas of the Royal Regalia and objects belonging to the King himself; items and jewellery worn by him on his Tonsure ceremony and on his coronation day. Enormous time and effort was required by the Siam court to assemble these numerous gifts, as they emanated from the very same royal goldsmiths and courtly craftsman who had made the original ceremonial items. The most famous of these ceremonies took place at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in 1861. The painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme that immortalised the event prominently features the most spectacular of these gifts. Among the 150 gifts presented to Napoléon-III by the Siam ambassadors were two diamond-set rings, both of which are on display in the Musée du Chateau de Fontainebleau (item no. F1518C and F1519C). One of these rings is a rose cut diamond cluster and bears a striking resemblance to the ring we are offering. According to Bruley (2011), this ring, presented to Napoleon-III, was a faithful replica of the ring worn by King Mongkut on his own coronation day in 1851, which now resides in the Pavilion of Royal Regalia in Thailand. The Ring: From whichever angle the present ring is viewed, it is a masterpiece of design and a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Siam royal goldsmiths. The bezel head is composed of two layers, the uppermost, containing the large triangle shaped table-cut diamond, is riveted to the main body of the ring. The second layer of the cluster is set with a further eight rose cut diamonds and this section allows for small rotation, typical of Siam jewellery...

Absolutely beautiful paste necklace featuring bright blue glass and such intricate detail. All set in silver. Length: 21inches

A striking pair of Victorian earrings featuring intricately carved hardstone cameos set against black onyx. The design showcases ornate detailing, reflecting mid 19th century craftsm...

This gorgeous retro pendant/brooch is mounted with 14.80 gr of big pink coral finely carved with lady motif, framed by rose gold and silver structure studded with diamonds and rubies...

Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant with a floral center. Does double duty, truly a wonderful piece. Antique C style pin back. Set in 14kt Yellow Gold . Measuring 1.83 in wide...

Intricate detail with the use of mixed finishes makes this Victorian brooch an artful stand out piece. A romantic heart shaped crest is ornately decorated with individually set mini...

Sublime and spiritually resonant, this antique brooch features a finely carved shell cameo of the Archangel Gabriel, known as the divine messenger. Shown with serene expression and f...

In this 18 kt gold brooch is set a beautiful micromosaic (circa 1850) depicting St. Peter's Basilica. The "Vatican Mosaic Studio", in which this micromosaic was created, started up i...

Rich blues and shimmering whites have us feeling the sky and the sea with this domed Victorian ring! Made up of a combination of turquoise, pearls and diamonds, this 14k gold checke...

An 18 carat gold and silver locket pendant (or brooch with brooch fitting) in a stylized heart or drop shape with an elegant bow on top. In the ...

This exquisite antique solitaire engagement ring showcases a captivating approx 0.40-carat antique cushion-cut diamond, graded J in color and SI1 in clarity. Set securely in delicate...

A fine early Victorian 18 karat yellow gold, 1.82 carat diamond and turquoise jewelry set (bracelet, brooch and earrings); part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional antique turquoise jewelry set, consisting of a brooch, bracelet and earrings, is handcrafted in 18k yellow gold, with 9k yellow gold fastenings and settings. The impressive bracelet has a substantial 18k yellow gold interlinked snake style wristband which secures to the reverse with a push fit catch and fine link security chain. The anterior face of the bracelet is ornamented with a circular design incorporating a subtly domed turquoise panel accented with an applied six point 9k yellow gold star embellished with nineteen old cut diamonds, graduating in size, totaling 0.54 Ct. The turquoise is encircled with an applied, interlacing rope twist decorated frame, which is encircled with a fancy rope twist border. The brooch has three components: the body, a detachable circular design and associated articulated drop. The body and detachable component both reflect the dominant star embellished turquoise motif, terminating with an articulated tear drop turquoise accented with a bezel set diamond. The main body of this impressive early Victorian brooch contains a locket to the reverse, suitable to hold a photograph or personal memento. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin, and incorporates a suspension hook for the detachable drop. The earrings also feature the turquoise and star design displayed within an 18k yellow gold circular articulated drop suspended from a hallmarked screw style fastening, the anterior face of which is ornamented with a turquoise and diamond fitment. These versatile 0.52 Ct diamond earrings may be worn on non-pierced ears. The jewellery set is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card. This exceptional 1860s turquoise jewelry set is fitted to the original impressive leatherette, shaped presentation case which has a velvet and satin lined interior. The maker's/retailer's mark Hunt & Roskell, late Orr & Mortimer, Jewellers and Goldsmiths to The Queen* reflects the fine quality of the set. *NOTE Hunt & Roskell (1843 – 1897) Jewelers and Goldsmiths to Queen Victoria, were, and still are recognized as one of the richest and best known silversmithing concerns of the Victorian era. Condition The pieces of this exceptional Early Victorian turquoise jewelry...

A Viennese miniature gold zappler carriage clock probably by Carl Wurm, with a repoussé, chased and engraved case, designed as a small bracket clock, with the front face finely chase...

Lovely early Victorian bow pin of white woven hair set with turquoise in 15K gold. Hair jewelry was primarily of a romantic or loving nature. Queen Vict...

A Victorian archaeological revival gold cross pendant brooch, the Greek cross composed of five square panels, each square bearing to the ce...

A pair of Georgian diamond pendant earrings, each with a central old-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.7 carats, surrounded by an old-cut diamond cluster, each cluster suspended from a flexible run of smaller old-cut diamonds, all to a diamond-set tops, the diamonds estimated to weigh a further total of 1.5 carats for the pair, all set in silver to a yellow gold mount with yellow gold shepherd hook fitting, circa 1830, measuring approximately 4.3 x 1.3cm, gross weight 4.3 grams. Unmarked tested as silver front, 15ct gold back and 18ct gold hooks. A pair of Georgian diamond earrings...

For those who appreciate the finer things in life, these exquisite diamond earrings in platinum from LaFrancee are the perfect addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted from platin...

Fascinating romantic example of antique bangle, engraved inside 10th April 1856 – hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold – English origin Beautiful carved flower design center piece, decor...

Here we have a gorgeous antique bar pin or pendant crafted from solid 14k yellow gold during the Victorian era. This beautiful antique piece features 3 pieces of NATURAL coral - 1 of which is GIA certified - which are intricately carved into roses. The center coral is much larger than the side stones but each one is magnificently detailed. The frame holding the corals has both a pin backing and a hinged bail and can be worn as either a bar pin or a pendant. No chain is included with this piece. However, the measurements of the inside of the hinged bail are listed above so you can be sure your chain will fit through before purchase. Enjoy! -- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Carved Roses - Prong Set - Reddish Orange - 12.50x11.64x7.79mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Carved Roses - Prong Set - Reddish Orange - 12.73x12.23x8.49mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Carved Roses - Prong Set - Reddish Orange - 23.25x19.97x11.64mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.38 Grams Overall Height: 24.31mm Overall Width: 44.88mm Overall Thickness: 14.86mm at the tallest coral (not counting the pin) Inside Bail Measurements: 3.0x2.8mm Condition: Antique Victorian era bar...

Antique pearl and diamond bangle bracelet. This elegant bracelet is crafted in warm gold. The bracelet features a series of lustrous pearls set along the band, each held in a secure ...

14k Gold American Georgian era Natural Amethyst Diamond Cross Antique Chain Weighting 9.0 gram Cross measures from top of the loop to bottom 1.5 inch, ...

Mid-XIXc Victorian Police Constable's Painted Truncheon by Field, Holborn (London) It is painted and gilded with a CROWN, decorative curlecues and the word ''CONSTABLE'' inside a c...

Antique Victorian Black Enamel Locket Front 18ct Yellow Gold Ring inscription reads “ for memory of my dear mother May 10/94” The item comes wi...

This micromosaic, reproducing a painting of Claude Lorrain , come from the Vatican Mosaic Studio that started up in 1727. Here the best mosaic artists that Rome boasted poured into. ...

This exquisite Vintage Fine Quality Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring Set is crafted in 18 kt white gold and features a striking contrast...

Gaining fame in 19th Century England's Victorian era, this authentic antique snake wedding ring features a pair of intertwined serpents rendered in richly patinated 18 karat yellow g...

This unique, Circa 1800, wax seal begins with an 18K yellow gold base monogrammed with MLO, upon which sits a beautifully carved jade bird. The Jade ...

Timeless and delightful, the bow has long been a cherished motif in fine jewellery, consistently remaining in vogue. Historically associated with love and matrimony, it first eme...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian 12.20 carat garnet and 0.02 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold and silver set, jockey cap pin brooch; part of our diverse Victorian ...

Antique 14k gold russian bracelet in horseshoe style centered with 1 old mine cut diamond with estemate weight of 0.70 carats flanked with smaller old diam...

Celestial Halley’s Comet A rare and stunning example of Georgian Halley’s comet brooch, superb little example richly set with old mine cut Diamond...

This special piece will be the highlight of any outfit! 18 karat gold leaf design. 6 cabochon blue sapphires ranging from approximately 4.5mm - 3mm each 22 round diamonds ranging in ...

Victorian Clover 18K Ring Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Yellow Gold As a representation of elegance and serendipity, this 18 karat yellow gold ring showcases a clover emblem - a symb...

15ct Gold Topaz and Seed Pearl Brooch date circa 1850 Beautifully made, typically early victorian with nice contrast of white half pearls and topaz.

This is a wonderful 15ct yellow gold Georgian ring. The ring features a central rich red ruby with a bright white old cut diamond on each shoulder. The gemstones sit in closed back s...

A rectangular vinaigrette in 18-carat gold enameled on both sides with a brightly colored floral composition. A delicate chain connects the vinaigrette to an elegantly enameled ring,...

This one-of-a-kind Antique Victorian (circa 1850s) mourning pendant brooch showcases exquisite craftsmanship and intricate design. Its combination of sterling silver and yellow gold,...

This exquisite ring features a finely detailed cameo set in a rose gold band. The cameo depicts a classical profile, intricately carved with precision. The gold setting enhances the ...

Micro Mosaic Gold Snuff Box An 18 karat gold snuff box accented with blue enamel set with a micro mosaic of dogs hunting a deer Circa 1850's Dimensi...

A fantastic pendant from the Georgian era (ca1830)!  Made of vibrant 14k yellow gold and carved agate, the pendant has a wonderful 3-dimensional design and depicts the bust of a man. The agate bust...