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 Edwardian/ Art Deco 14k & Silver Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Antique Late Edwardian / Early Art Deco Diamond Dome Ring Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Ca. 1915–1925 A breathtaking piece from the golden age of fine jewelry craftsmanship, this antiq...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique French Stamped Platinum, Edwardian era Cabochon Coral & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Coral Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1910 Step into elegance with this exquisite Edwardian-era ring, showcasing a stunning round cabochon natural coral at its centre....
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Pearl & Rose Diamond Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 An elegant 18ct rose gold ring centred with a luminous white pearl, its smooth, high-domed surface displaying soft, even lus...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 14K Gold & Chrysoprase Sugarloaf Cabochon Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian cabochon ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. Bezel-set with an oval chrysoprase sugarloaf cabochon in a beaded & twisted wire setting. Marked 14k to the shank....
Chrysophrase, 14k Gold
Edwardian Platinum Engagement Ring. 1.40ct Old Euro Diamond Filigree Ring KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Era: Art Deco Era Country of Origin: France Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.40-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: K Co...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Ring 1.45 Carat G VS in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring Style: Refurbished Antique Ring Gold: 14K White Gold TCW: 1.45 Carats Total Approximate Main Diamond: .70 Carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Star Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
Star Sapphire Weight: 6.2ct Diamond Total：1.14ct Size：N UK/ 6.5 US Weight：6.43g _________________________________________ Condition Excellent Comes with Dandelion Antiques Presentat...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Turquoise Ring Rose Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
An Antique Edwardian Ring with a gorgeous Persian Turquoise cabochon of stunning beauty. The Turquoise is surrounded by a halo of 30 sparkling Rose Cut Diamonds. The jewels are set i...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Platinum
$30,000Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Edwardian GIA Diamond 3 Stone 4 Carat Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Exemplifying the elegance of the Edwardian era, this magnificent, GIA Certified 3 stone diamond engagement ring offers a fascinating view into the past. Its unique, domed bombé setti...
Diamond, Platinum
9K Gold Natural Garnet Vintage Style Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brings classic elegance to your jewelry collection. At its center lies an emerald cut deep red garnet, glowing with rich, romantic warmth that symbolizes passion and strength. The v...
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
9K Gold Natural Blue Topaz and Pearl Vintage Style Filigree Dome Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
At its center, a brilliant round blue topaz shines with calming, ocean-like tones—radiating clarity and elegance. The intricate filigree dome setting adds a delicate vintage touch, s...
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum 3.21ctw GIA European Diamond Mosaic Domed Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is an absolutely breathtaking antique engagement or dinner ring that was very well crafted in solid platinum during the Edwardian era. This unique and highly detailed ring featu...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
A lovely platinum ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with two natural pearls in the middle and diamond set shoulders on both sides. The backside work of this pretty ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped, Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Halo Ring 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1910 Discover the elegance of our exquisite 18ct yellow gold Edwardian ring, a stunning piece that embodies the charm of it...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Platinum Dome Ring. 1.70 TCW Diamond Geometric Engagement Ring I SI2
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 8 US, Resizable Color: I Color Overall Clarity: SI2 Overall Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut Style: Edwardian This exquisite ant...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Weston, MA
Jewelry of the Edwardian era is known for its elegant designs and delicate details. This handcrafted platinum and yellow gold ring centers on a substantial bezel-set cabochon ruby in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
9K Rose Gold Pink Amethyst Filigree Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Make a soft yet striking statement with this Pink Amethyst Filigree Dome Cocktail Ring, featuring a radiant oval-cut pink amethyst set securely in classic prongs. The gemstone glows ...
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old European Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old European Diamond Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. There are old european cut and...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Filigree Dome Ring. 1.70 TCW Diamond Engagement Ring I SI2 Geometric
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 8 US, Resizable Color: I Color Overall Clarity: SI2 Overall Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut Style: Edwardian This exquisite ant...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Dome Filigree Ring. 1.40ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Era: Art Deco Era Country of Origin: France Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.40-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: K Co...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond & Ruby Vintage Inspired Edwardian Style Openwork Dome White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Discover unparalleled elegance with our exquisite Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Openwork Dome Ring. This stunning piece features a captivating central diamond, meticulously set in an o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1910 Edwardian Platinum Filigree Ring with Round and European Cut Diamonds
Located in Lexington, KY
This diamond ring from the 1910s captures the essence of the Edwardian era with its intricate filigree work and delicate design. Crafted in platinum, this is a forever white metal un...
Diamond, Platinum
Luxurious 18K White gold Dome Ring with 1.50 ct Natural Diamond -IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful ring full of sparklesFire and shine made from 18k white gold with 1.50 total carat of round brilliant diamonds. This ring comes with an IGI report and a fancy box. -85 d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Old Cut Diamond Platinum Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This exceptional handmade dome dress ring features a beautiful old cut diamond claw set in the center weighing 1.42ct. The ring is beautifully made with a grain set open work design ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Edwardian Floral Style Dome Ring in Two Tone Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This stunning diamond cluster ring celebrates nature’s beauty and the brilliance of diamonds. Finely crafted in yellow and white gold, this ring features a unique flower design where...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$587Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Scattered Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This eye-catching 14K yellow gold dome ring features a playful, organic arrangement of diamonds. Rather than a rigid line, the brilliant round and marquise-shaped clusters are scatte...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,087Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 18ct yellow gold, cultured pearl and diamond crystal ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful rich 18ct yellow gold ring featuring five slightly graduated cultured pearls flanked by tiny, sparkly old cut diamond crystals, deliberately mismatched, each one with a s...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold Platinum Button Angel Skin Coral w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely gorgeous antique ring was crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and platinum during the Edwardian era. It features a 9.7mm button shape coral stone that is neatly set at t...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1960s 1.45 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.45 carat diamond and 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our diamond ring collection. This stunning vintage diamond cluster ring has been ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.70ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.70 carat diamond and 18 karat rose gold, platinum set trilogy style cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This f...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Diamond Cluster 14 Karat White Gold Dome Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three sparkling rows of brilliant diamonds crown the contoured head of this impressively designed vintage ring that will surely be noticed. As it builds toward a raised center, large...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and French Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
orgeous Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and French Cut Ruby Ring. A beautiful Art Deco ring finely made and features 4 large French cut rubies g...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Retro Black Onyx Cabochon Ring, Size 8.75, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14 Karat Gold Ring features a bezel-set oval black onyx cabochon, measuring approximately 13mm x 11mm. The deep, polished black of the onyx contrasts beautifully with th...
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 18k yellow g...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gia Certified 1.45 Carat Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA Certified 14k White Gold 1.45ctw 3 Stone Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton -- South Flor...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Maillon 18 Karat White Gold 1.45 Carat Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Cartier Maillon Diamond Three-Row Ring, a masterpiece crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with round-...
Diamond, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Square Sugarloaf Amethyst Modern Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This lovely ring has a square sugarloaf cabochon cut dark purple color amethyst center, bezel set atop a modern profile, and wide, high polished yellow gold ban...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Belle Époque 0.60 carat old European cut diamond platinum dome ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This French Belle Époque dome ring showcases the opulent artistry of the era, centered around a softly glowing Old European cut diamond whose antique facets radiate a warm, romantic ...
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
9K Yellow Gold Natural Garnet and Diamond Edwardian Style Dome Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This elegant ring features a deep round natural garnet set in a smooth bezel, showcasing its rich red hue. Smaller garnets are placed at the top, bottom, left, and right, forming a b...
Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring in 18k Gold with Rose-Cut Accents, c.1910
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite antique ring exemplifies the refined elegance of the Edwardian era. Centered with a captivating old European cut diamond, the design radiates outward in concentric hal...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Engagement Ring. 1.60ct GIA Diamond Dome Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique engagement ring showcases an old mine cut diamond, GIA-certified at approx. 1.60-carats with an I color and exceptional VVS2 clarity. The diamond is securely s...
Diamond, Platinum
Certified Natural rose cut diamonds sterling silver Galaxy eternity band
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful galaxy eternity band is an antique style sterling silver ring. Crafted by fine artisans, it has 2.10ct diamonds. The ring has natural earth mined diamonds. The ri...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Art Deco 1.55 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Antique Bombe Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a slightly domed bombé form with a pierced geometric pattern Centering three old European cut diamonds bead set east to west Weighing approximately 0.45 carat - G to I co...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Natural rose cut diamonds sterling silver Galaxy eternity band
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful galaxy eternity band is an antique style sterling silver ring. Crafted by fine artisans, it has 2.10ct diamonds...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Garnet and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your hand with this filigree ring by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold filigree rings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while mainta...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Natural rose cut diamonds sterling silver Galaxy eternity band
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful galaxy eternity band is an antique style sterling silver ring. Crafted by fine artisans, it has 2.10ct diamonds...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Certified Natural uncut diamond sterling silver dome ring
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful antique style sterling silver ring. Crafted by fine artisans, it has 3.24ct diamonds. The ring has natural eart...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold Edwardian three stone ring, set with one (1) 6x5mm natural oval sapphire, flanked by two (2) 5.1mm old mine cut diamonds, approximately 1.00 carat total weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped turquoise bullet cabochon measuring 7.0 x 9.0 mm. Opaque and bright robin's egg blue in color - bezel set. Featuring a halo surround of rose cut diamonds. Be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum