Georgian jewelry is named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). A slew of beautiful pieces were produced during the period, and today antique Georgian rings, necklaces and other accessories are coveted by fine jewelry collectors.
There are certain features that distinguish jewelry from this era, including the fact that pieces from the 18th and early 19th centuries were handmade (so don’t let the absence of a maker’s mark lead you to believe otherwise). Antique Georgian jewelry also has a certain “look.” It’s a bit gray because stones were often set in silver, and because stonecutting techniques were not as advanced as they are today, the gems do not possess the level of sparkle to which we have become accustomed.
Intricate metalworking techniques such as repoussé (the hammering of metal into ornate designs) and cannetille (a method of working the gold wire to make it look woven) allowed goldsmiths to really flex their muscles. These gold pieces, either on their own or combined with gemstones, made for highly original and dramatic jewelry. The era also saw pieces with ornately woven strands of human hair.
Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. These were often cut in the shape of a cabochon or teardrop. It was fashionable to combine garnets or rubies with seed pearls. In Georgian diamond rings, popular cuts for diamonds included rose, old mine and table. Around the 1780s, paste jewelry, or hand-cut glass on foil, was used to imitate diamonds.
Browse a collection of antique Georgian diamond rings, earrings, brooches and other authentic Georgian jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Antique Enamel pearl diamond Gold memorial ring
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond and pearl 'urn' memorial ring. Set with ten round rose cut diamonds in silver cutdown settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.10 carats, decorating an intri...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Round Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Mabe Pearl Ring With 0.92 Inch Diameter Including Bezel. Finger Size 5.5; Purchase Includes One Sizing Service Prior To Shi...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamonds Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning ring is beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold. The ring features a gorgeous large dome design incrusted with 17 white cultured peals, varying in size and incased by r...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1831 English 18K Gold Memorial Ring with Pearls and Black Enamel
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An exquisite relic of the past, this antique 18K gold memorial ring from 1831 with pearls and black enamel is a testament to the elegance and sentimentality of bygone eras. Crafted w...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Tiffany and Co Black Enamel Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
An extraordinary discovery from our estate collection, this remarkable black enamel and diamond ring has been meticulously crafted in 18K yellow gold by Tiffany & Co. The ring's ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Blue Enamel Diamond Ring 18K Gold Italy Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Blue Enamel Diamond Ring 18K Gold Italy Vintage This collectible Italian vintage ring is crafted in solid 18K gold. Seven round brilliant cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Gold & Silver, Victorian Rose Diamond Enamel Poison Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Enamel Poison Ring 9ct Gold & Silver Circa 1900 A striking and rare example of late Victorian ingenuity and ornamentation, this circa 1900 poison ring features...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique blue enamel star ring, Diamond and pearl, 18k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You cannot help but be enchanted by this exquisite antique Victorian star ring. Crafted in rich 18ct gold it features a stunning duck egg blue ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 14kt Gold Amethyst & Seed Pearl Ring, Size 6
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Exquisite Victorian-era ring features a beautifully faceted, central large highly faceted amethyst set in an ornate prong setting with small seed pearl on two sides . The open-back ...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
Georgian 15k Gold Pearl, Diamond & Enamel Locket Memorial Ring, Circa 1800
Located in Altrincham, GB
Mourning jewellery was extremely popular during the Georgian period, and pieces were made to commemorate the deceased. They often carried deep and emotional meaning for those left be...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold
Diamond Enamel Ring 18K Gold Band Vintage Italy
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Enamel Ring 18K Gold Band Vintage Italy This vintage ring is crafted in solid 18K gold. Made in Italy. Blue and green enamel is in great vintage condition. Five single cut D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Diamond Star Ring 9K Gold Blue Enamel Cabochon - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian diamond star and blue enamel ring made c.1890. Unapologetically Victorian, this ring features some of the most desirable ...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Enamel
South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 4 Diamond Ring giving an updated look to a traditional Pearl & Diamond Ring. Japanese made and centered on beautiful 13mm ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Carvin French Enamel Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stunning Carvin ring features full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.60 carats, set in 18k white gold, enhanced by green enamel applied on 18k yellow gold, maker's...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian Memorial Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1780 - 1810 Yellow Gold Memorial Ring, most likely British and testing as 15k, the top measures 5/8 X 5/7 inch, fine Granulation work surrounding the bezel, original domed Gl...
Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold, sculptural, and unmistakably glamorous, this bombe ring embodies the luxurious aesthetic of high jewelry from the late twentieth century. Crafted in rich 18-karat yellow gold, ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian Gold, Diamond, Seed Pearl, and Blue Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
A true antique Georgian period (late 18th century) 10 karat yellow gold, diamond, seed pearl, and blue enamel mourning ring.The central urn motif set with one pear shaped old mine cu...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel
Rare Georgian Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
This rare Georgian natural saltwater pearl ring is a true gem for collectors and lovers of antique jewelry. Featuring a certified natural saltwate...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Late 18th Century 18 Karat Gold Miniature Portrait Enamel Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
IMPORTANT: can’t be resized. This is a Georgian miniature portrait ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features detailed hand painted...
Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian 9k Rose Gold Mourning Ring, Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Georgian mourning ring in 9kt rose gold. It has a bevelled gold band with deep engraved shoulders with lovely fine detailing and an engraved frame surrounding th...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian '1790' Foiled Diamond Ring 15 Karat Gold
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Georgian 15kt yellow gold ladies ring with rose cut diamonds, which are backed by foil. Made in England, Circa 1790 Tested positive for 15kt gold Dimensions - Ring Size: 2....
Diamond, 15k Gold
Austrian 18 Karat Rose Diamond Repousse Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ornate 18K Georgian repousse rose cut diamond ring which likely belonged to someone of nobility. This lavish Austrian or German ring pulls out all the st...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby Bombe Ring
Located in London, England
A Late Georgian style bombe cocktail ring claw set with thirty three Burmese rubies and twenty two rose-cut diamonds set in silver on gold. The underside of the ring is adorned with ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Intaglio Engraved With An Griffin, Mounted On A Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Probably Italian, 18th century emerald, set in a 19th-century gold ring bezel: 15mm., 10/16...
Emerald, 18k Gold
18th Century Urn Motif Memorial Ring with Diamond and Amethyst Surround
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exquisitely crafted hair paint memorial ring of an urn embellished with gold and surrounded by weeping willow branches. The enamel band says "JOHN JENKINS .OB:20:FEB:1780". The urn...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold