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 Vivid Pink Tourmaline & Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring. Early Edwardian
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Vivid Pink Tourmaline & Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum-Topped 18-Karat Gold Early Edwardian, c. 1901–1910 A refined and ethereal example of Early Edwardian jew...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond, Garnet 18K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique Edwardian Old European cut diamond, garnet and 18K yellow gold classic cluster ring Early 20th Century Provenance: from the Greenwich, CT estate of a family whose lineag...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian ring is a daisy-style cluster ring that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 18ct yel...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Emerald Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cluster ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features emeralds and old mine cut diamonds. Circa 1900. Weight: 2.79g Size: 16.5 (US 6) IMPORTANT: please ask ab...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French Edwardian Ruby Diamond & Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1900 This stunning 18ct yellow gold daisy ring is a true vintage gem. Its beautiful design dates back to the early 1900s, making ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Round Amethyst & Seed Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 9ct Gold Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian-era ring crafted in 9ct gold, this exquisite piece showcases a captivating cluster design. At its heart ...
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring. Ca. 1910´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring. Ca. 1910´s The images features an exquisite ring that showcases intricate craftsmanship and a beautiful design. The central stone appears to b...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold Amethyst & Pearl Ring Emerald Cut - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian 18ct gold amethyst & seed pearl ring made c.1900. The ring presents a fabulous central natural amethyst which has been wo...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum 18ct Gold Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This early 20th-century diamond ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum setting, a combination typical of fine jewellery from the late Edwardian to early Art Deco period....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian era Diamond Three Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Introducing an exquisite 18ct Gold Edwardian Era Diamond Three Stone Cluster Ring, a remarkable piece that epitomises the elegance of ea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Orange Sapphire Daisyl Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The color of the pear shaped sapphires in this 1907 ring is a honey orange bronze. The form is a floral daisy which calls forth the memory of she/he loves me or loves me not. How man...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Tribute to the Brilliance of an Edwardian Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A truly brilliant cluster of white old mine diamonds sets this ring apart from the others of this style, Set in a marquise shape, the diamonds are a tribute to the glitter of the E...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian 0.25ct Diamond 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A classic and elegant piece of Victorian jewellery, this antique five-stone diamond ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum-topped navette-shaped setting. The band is fin...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond 18ct Gold Halo Ring
Located in London, GB
A romantic and fiery beauty, this antique (c. Edwardian–Art Deco Era) ruby and diamond cluster ring is a classic design that never goes out of style. Set in a traditional 18ct yellow...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Certified 8.5 mm. Natural Pearl 1.35 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This fabulous antique Edwardian period Diamond & Pearl ring is the epitome of eternal elegance Dated 1910 circa, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold platinum topped Floret daisy shape i...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old mine cut diamond cluster ring is crafted in 14k white gold and plat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Floral Cluster Ring in Platinum, Ca. 1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Exquisite Edwardian-era floral cluster ring, masterfully handcrafted circa 1910. This romantic and intricately detailed piece features a central old European-cut diamond, weighing ap...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful sapphire and diamond halo ring taken from the Edwardian period. At the centre we find a captivating 1.50ct oval faceted sapphire possessing a medium light bl...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 14K Gold, Old European Cut Diamond & Synthetic Sapphire Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring. In a 14k yellow and white gold mounting. Center set with a round brilliant cut ca. 1.4ct synthetic sapphire (transparency: trans...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$499Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Natural pave diamond emerald 925 silver gold plated eternity band ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful eternity band consists of following: Diamond type- Pave diamond Diamond origin- Natural earth mined (Conflict free) Diamond weight- 2.70ct Metal- silver Metal purity- ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver
Gold Wedding Ring Five Oval Sapphires Stones 3.14 ct Diamonds Bears Retro
Located in Valenza, IT
A fine wedding band made by Orsini in 18 kt white gold. Five graduated oval natural sapphires (from center to sides: 8×6 mm, 6×4 mm and 4×3 mm), totaling 3.14 ct, are embellished wit...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This delicate cluster ring holds a sapphire and the centre measuring 15pts and surrounding it is a halo of Diamonds measuring 2pts each. The metal work around the stones holds lovely...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Antique GIA 5.20ctw Ceylon Sapphire Old European Diamond Cluster 18KWG Ring
Located in New York, NY
1900s Antique European-made GIA 5.20ctw Old European Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Blossom Flower 18K White Gold Ring. This ring is so bright and lively that it's difficult to ke...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique diamond and platinum moi et toi ring
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian moi et toi ring of bypass design, set with two prong-set diamonds on a swirling mount accented with graduated diamonds, in platinum. Total diamond weight approximately 1...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 4.80ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This jaw dropping cluster ring dates back to the 1910s. At it’s heart sits a beautiful oval cut Sapphire. The 4.80 carat stone is completely natural and unheated and is rub over set ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond Five-Stone 18ct Gold Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This elegant antique five-stone diamond ring is a timeless treasure, set with old cut diamonds in a tapered platinum setting over an 18ct yellow gold band. The ring features five gra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18k Gold & Platinum 0.52ctw Sapphire Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Old Oval Cut - Multi Prong Set - Gorgeous Blue Color - 0.40ct (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds which surround the beautiful bright turquoise are also so bright and have a wonderful sparkle. The stones are set in platinum and the diamonds are old mine cut. The ring...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
1900s GIA 2.87ctw Antique Edwardian OLD EUROPEAN Diamond Cluster 14KYG Pl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Edwardian GIA 2.87ctw OLD EUROPEAN Diamond Cocktail Cluster 14K Gold Platinum Ring, Circa 1900s. This breathtakingly beautiful, darling, early-twentieth century Edwardian Fl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 3.75ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire sits central surrounded by sparkling old cut diamonds in this Edwardian cluster ring. The heated sapphire is an oval cut stone weighing 3.75 carat. Surroundin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 1900s GIA H-VS2 3.38ctw OLD Euro Cut Diamond Cluster Plat Ring
Located in New York, NY
This French-made cluster ring screams Edwardian, circa 1900, and showcases an Old European cut diamond with large cut facets that cause it to flash with slow and stunning sparks of colorful fire. Old cut diamonds can be dangerous. The more of them you see, the more of them you desire to own! Old Cuts like these are more like individual works of art. The breathtakingly beautiful dazzler features a gorgeous 1.76ct Old Euro cut H Color and VS2 clarity, a very unusual HIGH color for that period (most Diamonds were L-M color), It is SUPER BRILLIANT, it's white, clean and tons of SPARKLE! The magical Old Cut Diamond, its brilliance is tantalizing. Certified by GIA #2215083318. The measurements of the diamond are 7.38x7.51x4.87mm, looks LARGER than its size! Surrounded by 10 LARGE Old European G-H color, VS-SI clarity Diamonds, estimated total weight is 1.62 carats! The ring is impressive, out line top measures 14.78x13.85mm. A beautiful Platinum (tested) gorgeously engraved crown...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.95 Carat Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite cluster ring taken from the early stages of the 20th century. At the centre of the face we find a captivating elongated oval faceted sapphire of Burmese ori...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Unheated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Edwardian Unheated Sapphire diamond and platinum ring circa 1910. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ531D Scroll down for specifications. This genuine Edwardian unheated sapphire and diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning 15ct gold Edwardian daisy ring, showcasing a centre natural pearl delicately framed with a halo of ...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Colour Change Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This antique Edwardian ring features the most beautiful colour change sapphire which has been surrounded by diamonds. The handmade platinum an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Jade, Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The green stone is smooth and glossy. This ring is modelled in 9carat white gold and has gorgeous rose cut Diamond shoulders. The total of the diamonds is approx 7pts. The back of th...
Jade, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 0.49ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This charming Edwardian daisy cluster ring features single 0.15 carat old cut diamond at its heart, surrounded by a cluster of eight addit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$15,750Sale Price|25% Off
Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Armadale, Victoria
Stunning ultra fine cushion shaped Ceylon sapphire and old cut diamond cluster ring set in 18ct yellow gold and white gold. Modern ring ma...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly beautiful ruby and diamond cluster ring. At the centre of the face we find an oval shaped natural Burmese ruby possessing a vivd red colour tone with no evidence...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage GIA Colorless 2.06ctw Old European Diamond Flower Cluster Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GIA Colorless 2.06ctw Old European Diamond Cocktail Flower Cluster Platinum Ring. This breathtakingly shimmering classic Edwardian style flower-shaped cluster, composed of 12...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian .85 Ct Diamond .35 Ct Sapphire 18 KT Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This charming antique ring is Edwardian period Individually hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold topped by Platinum, marked Designed to be elegant and timeless, with a flat head enriched...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Gold Edwardian Pink Topaz and Diamond Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A graceful Edwardian ring with a central old mine Pink Topaz cushion, weighing circa 6 carats, and flanked by small rosecut diamonds - the Pink Topaz has...
Diamond, Topaz, Gold
Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to the centre with a cushion shape old cut natural and unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back claw setting with an appro...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Diamond and Sapphire Platinum + 14K Yellow Gold Ring ca. 1900's
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring, handcrafted in Platinum and 14K yellow gold, features exceptional deep blue sapphires and old mine-cut diamonds in a low-profile setting designed for both comfort ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 11.05 Ct natural blue zircon and diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
True Love! True love is what you will feel for this ring on the first sight Stunning, mesmerizing, top quality, rare era, all facts that will make conscious of having one of the finest ever of this type Edwardian pure beauty natural Blue Zircon ring, truly fantastic and perfect gemstone intense vivid Blue...
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This delicate ring can be worn as an engagement ring, or a dress ring, dependant on preference! The deep blue sapphire weighs 0.35 carat and is claw set. The surrounding halo is made...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18KT Gold Natural Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant early 20th-century cluster ring crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. The ring is centred with a natural saltwater pearl of impres...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring has a very classic style. The centre stone is a bright blue sapphire and surrounding it are gorgeous diamonds. The sapphire measures 20pts and the diamonds measure 3pts eac...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian ruby and diamond ring, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.94 carats claw-set between old-cut diamond-set scroll designed sp...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Untreated 2.7 Ct Green Jade Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This appealing antique Edwardian era ring is 1905 circa Exquisite example finely hand crafted of solid Platinum, displaying great accuracy and gorgeous carved leaf details, mill poin...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
$999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, pearl, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising four old European cut diamonds, and one half pearl, in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing a...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Gold Platinum .50ctw Old Mine Bezel Diamond Round Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (17) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.50ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.50 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yel...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Crossover GIA 1.10ct Ruby & Old Mine DIAMOND Three Stone 14K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Antique Crossover GIA 1.10ct Ruby & Old Mine Cushion DIAMOND Three Stone 14K Gold Ring A distinctively stunning 1900s delight measuring 3/4 inch long and exotically lovely, the sinuous curves of this sublime Edwardian-era delicacy display the design influence of the concurrent Art Nouveau period. In exquisite 'en diagonal' design, this European made antique ring exposes a complimentary Trio of an Antique OLD MINE Cushion cut diamond and a matching pair of buttercup-set 2 gemmy deep-red Old European Rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Edwardian .65 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.70 Ct. Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
A Heart of Love This exquisite Edwardian era heart shaped ring is 1905 ca Beautiful hand crafted as unique of solid 18 kt gold topped by silver Sweet heart as love token, classic, romantic expression of enduring value along time , this example will stand for ever as distinctive of an age The ring is richly set with old transitional cut Diamonds, approx 1.70 Ct with a great deal of dazzling sparkle, rated H/I/J our estimate with a good VVS/VS clarity Centre is set with an oval cushion cut 100% natural Sapphire of rich Blue colour, approx .65 Ct...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
9Kt yellow gold cluster ring with yellow topazes and amethysts
Located in Napoli, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of this beautiful cluster ring, a true handcrafted masterpiece created by the expert hands of Neapolitan goldsmiths, custodians of a centuries-old gold...
Amethyst, Topaz, 9k Gold
An Edwardian ruby and diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian ruby and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted ruby weighting 1.66 carats, accompanied by Gem & Pearl laboratory report stating to be of Burmese origin with no indi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 2.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Edwardian cluster ring features a stunning 2.20 carat old oval cut natural sapphire, securely rub over set int0 platinum. Surrounding the centrepiece are fourteen old ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian GIA 1.00 carat cushion cut diamond cluster 14k gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Edwardian cluster engagement ring showcases a beautifully bright 1.00 carat cushion cut diamond, radiating crisp brilliance with a soft, romantic character. Surroundin...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Edwardian cluster ring features a natural 0.60 carat oval cut sapphire at its centre. The deep blue sapphire is claw set into 18 carat yellow gold and is surrounded by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum