Those shopping for a Victorian engagement ring know that the style is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. Today, antique Victorian engagement rings and other examples of authentic Victorian jewelry are very coveted and highly collectible.
Initially, Victorian rings were made of gold and affordable only by the wealthy. Designs for Victorian engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Stones were secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. The collet was overlaid with silver to enhance the whiteness of the diamonds, which were likely to be small rose– or old-mine-cut (the ancestor of today’s cushion-cut) stones, arranged in clusters or lines and often accompanied by colored gemstones. Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile featured emerald eyes (her birthstone) and was considered a symbol of everlasting love. This initiated a craze for snake jewelry, joined by gems with other sentimental and romantic motifs favored by the queen, such as flowers, hearts, stars, insects and Gothic symbols. The popular and fashionable young royal was the style influencer of her era.
Early Victorian jewelry — which historians call Romantic period jewelry — tends to be feminine and ornate, and was a celebration of the young monarch’s love.
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Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Style Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1976 Maker's Mark P S R Step into a world of timeless elegance with this stunning 18ct yellow gold Victorian-st...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold & 2.17tcw Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This Victorian old mine cut diamond cluster ring sets eight diamonds in 18 karat yellow gold, totaling approximately 2.17 carats and arranged as a flower. At the center sits an old m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Diamonds, Pearl & Emerald
Located in Antwerp, BE
This extraordinary ring is crafted in 18 karat solid gold. This stunning 'toi et moi'-ring is set with lovely old rose cut diamonds, A stunning bright green emerald and a romantic pe...
Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold French Stamped, Victorian Peridot & Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped Circa 1890 Discover a stunning example of Victorian craftsmanship with this exquisite marquise/navette-shaped ring, beautiful...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Carved Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Step into elegance with this stunning Victorian trilogy ring, crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold. The c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Seven Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian seven-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showc...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1/3ct Old Mine 14K 1860's-1870's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Vintage Antique 1860's-1870's Old Mine Cut 1/3ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Solitaire Engagement Ring Fea...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Marquise/Navette Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Step into the elegance of the Victorian era with this stunning marquise-shaped ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold. At its h...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian five-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Marquise Navette Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 This Victorian marquise-shaped ring is a true beauty. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold, the ring features a row of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1889 Makers Mark L B Lovely, Victorian gypsy style ring. Set with natural diamonds in a floral formation & with pretty, ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique French 18k Gold Victorian marquise Ring – Three Stone jewel with a rare
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique rose gold ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous marquise ring is made in 18 karat solid rose gold and decorated with many li...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Navette Three Stone Halo Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Navette shape is distinctive, sometimes referred as marquise shape. its proportions are pleasing to the eye and elongate the finger, Centered vertically within the Navette profile a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18ct Gold Victorian Style Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Carved Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1980’s Gorgeous, Victorian style carved ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Boat Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Boat Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Two row- sapphire & diamond boat shaped ring Dazzling blue sapphires accompanied by bea...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1890 Makers Mark B H Introducing a stunning 18ct gold Victorian five-stone ring, featuring alternating natural rubies and d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster ring holds old mine cut diamonds set within the platinum setting. The central stone measures approx 50pts and is surrounded by a halo of smaller old mine cut di...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 0.88 Old Mine Cut Diamond 14K Gold Antique Belcher Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.88 carat - M color with VS2 clarity Set via deeply pierced belcher claw prongs flanked by rounded shoulders Completed by hi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18 karat solid gold flower ring - Victorian Floral engagement ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique yellow gold ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous floral ring is made in 18K yellow gold, marked with a 0,750 mark and set w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Opal & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880’s Beautiful, Victorian ring set with a gorgeous natural opal centre & halo of glittering, natural diamonds. The stones a...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Ring. This amazing Victorian rose cut diamond and pearl ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold. This beauti...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 2.20 Carat Diamond Marquise / Navette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian marquise/navette-shaped ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a stunning arrangement of natural, spar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Seed Pearl & Ruby Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl & Ruby Ring 15ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1874 Makers Mark W G This exquisite Victorian ring is crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features six lustrous se...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Seven Diamond and 14K Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in Derby, NY
A stunning one-of-a-kind Victorian treasure featuring 2.30 carats of old-mine cut diamonds set in lustrous 14K yellow gold. This exquisite flower-motif ring showcases the romantic el...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This beautiful Victorian old mine diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. This gorg...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian GIA 3.06 carat old European diamond 18k yellow gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Victorian diamond engagement ring is a romantic antique design from the 1880’s, centered by a GIA-certified old European cut diamond weighing 3.06 carat. Graded O-P co...
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Victorian rose cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k rose gold. This ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1897 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with Three Natural Rubies, Old Cut Diamonds & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Wid...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Solitaire ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond solitaire ring. Set with a single oval old mine diamond in an open back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 2.15 carats, to a solitaire design featuring ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian marquise/navette shaped ring. Set with a rectangular, natural ruby & beautiful natural diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rare cushion shape old cut natural no heat Pigeon blood Burmese ruby in an open back grain setting with a weight of 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian GIA 1.72 carat old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Long before platinum became the diamond setter's metal of choice, Victorian jewelers achieved brilliant results pairing 18k yellow gold with silver, a combination that lends this rin...
Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring, signed G. R. Addis, Australia, circa 1890–1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A fine Australian goldfields period ring, signed G. R. Addis, crafted in yellow gold. The ring is designed with a central emerald-cut emerald of vibrant green colour, flanked by old ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage-inspired engagement ring features a stunning Old European cut diamond set in a classic solitaire style, crafted from radiant 14k yellow gold. The captivating c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in 18k & Silver
Located in Miami, FL
18k Gold & Silver Weight 2.9g Featuring Old Mine Cut Center Diamond Approx. 0.9ct Measurements 19.37mm x 13.24mm Ring Size 6.75 Sizable
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian GIA 5.14 carat diamond 14k yellow gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional Victorian diamond engagement ring is a timeless antique design from the 1910’s, centered by a GIA-certified circular brilliant cut diamond weighing an impressive 5.1...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5 #24615
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5 This beautifully crafted ring features a sparkling European cut diamond* at its center set in beautifully de...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gübelin Certified 10ct Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Ring, Victorian-Edwardian Style
Located in London, GB
An impressive unheated Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring, centred with a substantial oval-shaped sapphire weighing 10.04 carats. The sapphire is certified by Gübelin as originating fr...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique French 18k Gold Art Nouveau floral Ring – Three Stone Heirloom
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique yellow gold ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous flower ring is made in 18 karat solid yellow gold and decorated with three...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Early Victorian diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
An Early Victorian diamond cluster ring, the central old-mine cut diamond, estimated to weigh approximately 1 carat, surrounded by a cluster of fourteen smaller old-mine cut diamonds...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 1.12 Carat Old Mine cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum with an Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 1.12 carat. Circa late 1800s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Garnet Diamond Ring Gold Cushion Cut Bohemian Garnet 3 Stone Ring Engagement
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to have this stunning Bohemian Garnet and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold. The fabulous ring has three square cushion cut Garnets of great beauty. The Bohemian Garn...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian Silver Topped Yellow Gold 1.10ctw Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Victorian ring combines warm yellow gold with a silver-topped setting, centered by an elongated marquise-shaped rose cut diamond. The center stone is surrounded by an ir...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring Beautiful Boat Shaped Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1894 UK Size Q & US Size 8 1/2 Can be resized for a small additi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Demantoid Garnet Old Euro Diamond Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Demantoid Garnet Old Euro Diamond Ring - GIA. This incredible antique Victorian Demantoid garnet and old European diamond ring is crafted ...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Intricate Gold & Platinum Ring with Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
British style Low Gold and Platinum Weight 3.8g Diamond Ring This ring is crafted in gold and platinum. It features a primary white diamond with an approximate carat weight of 1.22,...
Diamond, Gold
Antique Russian 14K Gold Diamond Belcher Set Ring, Old European Cut, Size 7.25
Located in Upland, CA
About This Ring: This dazzling antique belcher set diamond ring is sure to take your breath away. Featuring an old European cut diamond and Imperial Russian Hallmarks on the back, i...
Diamond, 14k Gold
C1840 18K Early Victorian or Late Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Silver set diamond cluster ring with 18k gold band and a closed locket back which has possibly lost its crystal cover but is still in remarkably good condition. Each side of the gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.05 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring In Platinum.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage diamond ring centered by an impressive 2.05 old cut diamond, showcasing the distinctive charm and character of antique diamond cutting. The center stone is fram...
Diamond, Platinum
3.02 carat old mine diamond solitaire ring, English, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
3.02 carat old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set with a single cushion shape old mine diamond, K colour, VS1 clarity, with an approximate weight of 3.02 carats, in an open back claw s...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian rose cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting Victorian engagement ring is a beautifully distinctive jewel from the 1900’s, centered by a rose cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat. Graded I-J color and S...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring This Antique Ruby and Diamond Boat Ring, crafted circa early 1900s, features vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds se...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 15ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1885 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with a Star-Set Centre Diamond, Plus Natural Rubies & Seed Pearls. Face of the ring measur...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Larter & Sons Victorian Bloodstone 14K Gold Antique Egyptian Revival Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped bloodstone tablet measuring 16.0 x 13.5 mm Bloodstone is opaque bluish-green with strong orangey-red mottling Set in an ornate bezel with geometric chevron...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring. This gorgeous Victorian turquoise and old mine diamond halo ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold a...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late Victorian Peridot Pearl Gold Twin Heart Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century Ring Size: 7 Weight: 7,3 gr The ring, dated to the second half of the 19th century, is composed of a yellow gold frame forged to form two twin hearts in the ce...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Victorian old mine diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. This beaut...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring This Antique Ruby and Diamond Boat Ring, crafted circa early 1900s, features vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds se...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible Victorian old mine diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and ...
Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful five-stone diamond ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and features three large round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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