Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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Antique 18ct White Gold, Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian ring, featuring a stunning five-stone diamond design. Crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Edwardian Four Stone Garnet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 A sleek Edwardian 18ct yellow gold ring set with four matched garnets. The stones show a vivid, even red and sit flush within the...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Five Stone Diamond Band Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester Date Mark not visible Makers Mark B & H Engraved inside band GJW RMMJ Circa 1910 Antique five stone ring set with...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold and Diamond 5 Stone Carved Half Hoop Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1914
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Band Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1914 Makers mark H.W.P This exquisite five-stone diamond ring whispers of devotion and craftsmanship. Set in warm...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1912 Hallmarked, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked Chester 1912 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two diamonds in alternating order. Each stone i...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Band Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Engraved 1905 DG to EL Makers Mark L & L 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Chester 1912 Hallmark, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Gypsy Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Chester 1912 18ct yellow gold ring, set with two round-cut sapphires and three diamonds in alternating order. Each s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This stunning five stone gypsy ring is a true testament to timeless elegance, crafted from luxurious 18ct yellow gold. It carries...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 This circa 1900 five‑stone diamond ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum setting. It features five ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham Worn Date Letter Circa 1900 Lovely gypsy style ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Mounted ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds a central diamond set in a star setting measuring 10pts and trios of diamonds either side. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1902. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds a central diamond set in a star and two rose cut diamonds either side. The central diamond measures 5pts. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1906. Ring S...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked 1907, Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1907 This stunning Edwardian 18ct yellow gold five-stone band ring is a true work of art. The ring is set with a co...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond Snake Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1903
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 This stunning antique ring showcases a beautifully crafted single-headed snake design, elegantly coiling around the fi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1911
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1911 A lovely ring set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Mounted in beautiful yellow gold, a very we...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham worn date letter Makers Mark AH A beautifully balanced antique ring featuring three sapphires interspe...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 9ct Yellow Gold, Garnet & Diamond Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1903
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Garnet and Diamond Ring 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 Introducing a stunning 9ct yellow gold vintage three-stone...
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This antique five-stone ring, stamped 18ct gold and dated circa 1900, features three rich rubies and two diamonds in a c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Garnet Snake Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1906
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1906 Introducing a stunning 9ct Gold Edwardian Snake Ring, a true testament to intricate design and craftsmanship. This exquisite ...
Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Gold Edwardian Turquoise Five Stone Band Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1907
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Band Ring 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1907 Makers Mark W C & Co This exquisite 9ct rose gold Edwardian Band ring features a striking five-stone design s...
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Coiled Snake Ring, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Striking, large antique Edwardian diamond, ruby and 18K yellow gold coiled snake ring Early 20th Century The sinuous snake coiled in five circles creating an impactful design, the he...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1890 18K Heavy Gold Signet Ring w Persian Lion Engraving, size 8.25
Located in Baltimore, MD
This wonderful, heavy signet ring weighs a hefty 18 grams and has an engraving of a persian lion. The Persian Lion, known as Lion and Sun, symbolizes strength and courage (lion) pa...
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring Stamped 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Five-stone ring set with three round-cut rubies and two diamonds in alternating sequence. The stones are claw-set in a b...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Band Two Toned Size 7.5
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage beauty! Band Details Material: 18K Rose Gold Shank; 14K White Gold Head Era: Edwardian 1900 - 1920 Head Width: 4.25mm Head Height: 4.7mm Shank Width: 2.5m...
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Makers Mark C G This antique gold buckle ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that symbolises everlasting love, fidelity, and loyalty. It...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18carat gold ring are five diamonds. Diamond total of this ring is 95pts. The diamond is also set with pairs of diamond points between each stone. The diamonds are clean ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Filigree Wedding Band Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Designed to highlight intricate craftsmanship, this Diamond Band Ring features a beautifully detailed Filigree Wedding Band design accented with sparkling natural diamonds. Crafted i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Band Ring Ca. 1900
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This brilliant band ring from the early 1900s was made in 14k yellow gold with graduating bright white Old European cut diamonds. The ring has 1.28 carats total of sparkly diamonds t...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18carat gold ring are five diamonds. The central diamond measures 7pts and the smallest diamonds measure 3pts each. Diamond total of this ring is 21pts. Ring Size: Q 1/...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds three diamonds. The diamond total of this ring is 9pts. The central diamond measures 15pts. Hallmarked Chester 1902. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Band ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds three diamonds and has scroll detail. The diamond total of this ring is 21pts. Hallmarked Chester 1905. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7 Band Width: 8mm He...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Platinum & Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage platinum and diamond eternity band ring. With round brilliant diamonds prong set in a platinum band that is embellished with decorative engravings on the side of...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central rose cut diamond in this glossy 18ct gold band measures 2pts. The rubies that sit either side of this stone measure 4pts each. Hallmarked Birmingham 1900. Ring Size: J 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18ct Gold Stamped, Victorian ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold hallmarked London 1908 Engraved inside band 30.1.09 Introducing this beautiful 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegan...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Gold Edwardian, Acrostic ADORE Ring: Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Emerald
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1910 Introducing this stunning 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance and charm. This fabulous...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Double Row Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This double row band holds a total of 50pts worth of bright glistening diamonds. The ring is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: P or 7 3/4 Panel Di...
Diamond, Gold
Antique Edwardian 18k Gold & Platinum Diamond Scalloped 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (5) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut - Pave Set -Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.02ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 1.7...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set on this decorative setting within this glossy 18ct gold band is a 20pt diamond. The diamond is bright and very sparkly and is old European cut. Made in London, England. Ring Si...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 8 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 8ct gold band has a ruby, emerald and sapphire set within it with diamonds in between. The three coloured stones measure 5pts each and the diamonds measure 3pts each. Ring Siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Four-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are four rubies totalling 80pts and six rose cut diamonds. The stones are set flush within the decorative scroll setting. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian era Amethyst, Diamond and Peridot Suffragette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Step into history with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Edwardian-era suffragette ring. This stunning band-style ring features two...
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold 3 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920 Tiffany & Company 3 stone Diamond Ring, a Solid and Heavy 14k Yellow Gold Ring measuring 3/8 inch wide 3 M.M thick and weighing 12 Grams, set with 3 Old Mine cut Diamonds,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Neo Classic Eternity Ring in Platinum with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclasic eternity ring with blue sapphires. Beautiful eternity ring crafted with neoclassic Edwardian patterns and textured sides in solid .900/999 platinum. Sapphires: Mount in a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 0.91ctw Old European Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising five, graduating old European cut diamonds, in 18 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 30pts and the rubies total 30pts. The stones are set in simple claw settings and the sho...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
100 Year Old Antique Edwardian Era Opal and Diamond Flower Halo Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
This antique ring was made during the beginning of the 1900's and is estimated to be over 100 years old. It features a stunning opal with beautiful yellow orange and blue hues. Aroun...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Extraordinary old cut diamonds and coral ring - antique beveled band ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful Gypsy ring made in 18 Karat solid yellow gold and set with two old European cut diamonds and a cabochon deep red coral. The term Gypsy is used for rings th...
Diamond, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Wedding Band with Hallmarks
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.75 Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.9 grams Band Width: 4 mm Condition: Excellent
Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 1910s 3.20 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with two Old Mine cut Diamonds at the center weighing a total of approximately 1.90 carats, accented by 6 smaller Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing a total o...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Star Set Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Band Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in rich 18 carat yellow gold, this classic Edwardian band ring dates to the early 1900s and is a true staple for any fine jewellery collection. At the centre sits a single o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Turquoise Five-Stone 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 9ct gold and features bright oval turquoise stones. Fully hallmarked Chester 1911. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Weight: 2g
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
9 Karat Gold and Black Enamel 'MEMORIE' Mourning Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This really delightful yellow gold and black enamel band was made to be a mourning ring on the death of someone's grandfather. The 5 millimeter wide band has black enamel to the exte...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
C1880 18K Five Stone Half Hoop Ruby Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Pristine 18K (stamped and tested) Edwardian five stone ruby ring, also known as a half hoop five stone ring is set a jour (open to the day) and open backed to reflect light. The fi...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum GIA Graded 1.15ct Diamond Stackable 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond (at the center)- Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - K Color - I1 Clarity - 0.39ct (exact, certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 14K Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl Harem Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k gold Edwardian harem ring contains an array of Rose Cut diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and green demantoid garnets. The ring consists of five 14k gold bands,...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Snake Diamond Ring, 18KT Gold, Birmingham 1915
Located in Braintree, GB
An antique Edwardian snake ring crafted in 18KT gold and hallmarked in Birmingham in 1915. The ring is designed in the form of a coiled serpent, a motif long associated with eternity...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Half-Eternity Ring Approx. 1.00ct Diamonds — Size P/Q UK, 7.75 US size appx. A striking early 20th-century 18ct yellow gold half-eter...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Point Five-Stone 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 18ct gold and features eight small diamond points that sit between the oval turquoise stone cabochons. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique ruby and diamond ring in yellow gold, comprising of 3 round cut rubies and 2 old cut diamonds, set in 18 karat yellow g...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 0.17ct Old Mine Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond and yellow gold ring, comprising five old mine cut diamonds, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is set with 5 sparkling dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold