The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
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 was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring, Hallmarked London 1887
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1887 Makers Mark E B Discover the elegance of our exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian ring, a true masterpiece showcasing a ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Emerald and Diamond Carved Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian ring, expertly crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece features th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer Sterling Silver 10.58ctw Color Change Fluorite & White Topaz Ring Sz 10
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, retired Victoria Wieck ring is sterling silver with gold vermeil accenting. It features a 12x16mm color change fluorite gemstone accented by white topaz. The fluorite ...
Topaz, Fluorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Domed Cocktail Ring Light Blue Enamel Black Diamond Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Cocktail Ring Star Celestial Black Diamond Light Blue Enamel Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cocktail Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with a thicker gold plating over the...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Gorgeous Victorian Ruby Pearl Cluster Ring set with one oval ruby centre measuring approx 6mm x 4mm surrounded by eight Pearls. Width of ring ap...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Dome Cabuchon Crystal Quartz Ring Light Blue Enamel Gold Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dome Cabuchon Crystal Quartz Ring Light Blue Enamel Gold Cocktail Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cocktail Ring features a natural clear crystal quartz cabochon set within a hand app...
Crystal, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Pearl & Garnet Cluster Ring, Engraved 1861
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pearl Ring 9ct Gold The engraving reads: J H J A Aug 7th 1861 A charming Victorian ring crafted in 9ct gold, centred with a garnet framed by eleven pearls in a cl...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Colombian Emerald & Old Mine Diamond Ring, 18K, France
Located in Northampton, MA
Sleek and classic, this hefty, substantial (9 grams) men's ring (although a woman could certainly wear it) features an incredible rich green GIA. certified F1 emerald from Colombia t...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Opal & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the era...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Pavé Set Turquoise Dome Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian dome ring crafted in 9K gold. The piece features pavé set cabochon cut turquoises of different shades. Circa 1890. Weight: 6.48g Size: 16.5 (US 6) IMPORTANT: pl...
Turquoise, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Victorian Ruby and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Victorian ring that epitomises elegance and sophistication. This exquisi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct This antique ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) and set with genuine Opal and diamonds. This pi...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Crest Ring Skull Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Ring J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet is a signet ring handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, the r...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby And Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This timeless piece features a vibrant oval-cut ruby as its centerpiece, framed by a shimmering halo of round-cut diamonds. Crafted in polished 14K yellow gold (hallmarked "585"), th...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Snake Ring Emerald Serpent White Diamond Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Emerald Marquise White Diamond Ruby Eyes Gold Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a serpent that coils around the finger...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond and Opal 14k Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Antique Victorian Opal & Diamond Navette Ring in 14k Gold A beautifully elongated Victorian navette ring, centered with a glowing row of opals that display lively flashes of gre...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold, Victorian ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold hallmarked Chester Engraved inside band 1848 Makers Mark J H Introducing this beautiful 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epito...
Ruby, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 1892
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1892 A late Victorian 15ct yellow gold ring, hallmarked Chester, 1892, set with a bright central diamond framed by two rubies an...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Vicorian ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold with silver ring with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) Detailed description the top of the ring is 8.5 mm wide and 4.1 mm hi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Stamped, Early Victorian Peridot & Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1850 Discover a true piece of Romantic-era history with this exquisite early Victorian treasure. This rare ring features a vib...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold
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
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Cabochon Moonstone & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian cluster ring showcases a stunning cabochon moonstone at its heart, radiating a captivating play of ligh...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Enamel Ring Emerald Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Black Enamel Ring White Diamonds 14k Gold Plated Shooting Star Cocktail Ring Designer J DAUPHIN This Black Enamel Bubble large cocktail ring has a shooting star motif swe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique French 18k Gold Art Nouveau floral pearl Ring - French horse hallmark
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 two g...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian cluster ring that epitomises timeless elegance. At its centre, this ring showcases a captivati...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold & Diamond Cross Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and diamond signet style ring. With an 18 karat gold head and 14 karat gold shank. Both with a slight rose hue. With a signet style head set with 7 small bezel...
Diamond, Gold
High Victorian Ring with coral 14k yellow gold 2.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - ring size U.S. 8 – EU. 18.25(56) detailed description: The top of the ring is oval in shape, measuring 1.6 cm by 7.3 mm high. Ring size U.S. ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring, Rose-Cut Diamond 0.40ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold solitaire ring set with a rose-cut diamond up to 0.40 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 3.5 - EU 14.5(45) Detailed description: The front of the ring is 7.9 mm wide and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Enamel Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Star Dust Cocktail Ring, 14k Gold Plated Black Enamel with White Diamonds Designer J DAUPHIN This cocktail ring is handcrafted in brass with 14k gold plating and fini...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Black Enamel Heart Ring Emerald Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Emerald Heart Ring Angel Wings Black Enamel Gold Plated Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN — Memento Mori Series The Emerald Angel Heart Ring is a symbolic sculptural piece by J DAU...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Antique 1870 Victorian Navette Shaped Diamond Statement Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning and large navette shaped diamond ring will add sparkle to any festive outfit. Thirty three old European round cut diamonds ranging in size from 0.5-0.25 carat weigh tog...
Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k 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
Crest Ring Signet Skull Aquamarine Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Signet Ring Aquamarine 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet is a signet ring handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver. The round signet face...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Old Cut Diamond Cluster Flower Ring Silver/14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa early 1900's. This ring is dainty but packs a punch with a mix of sparkly old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. Beautiful piece that is low profile and very wearable. One of the ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Pearl & Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Ring 9ct Gold This charming Victorian ring centres a deep, glossy enamel panel framed by a halo of natural seed pearls, each one delicately set to create a soft, lum...
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
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
Antique Victorian 10K Rose Gold Leaf Engraved Faceted Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique rose gold faceted band ring. In 10 karat rose gold. With engraved leaf decoration throughout and 16 facets. Simply a wonderful Victorian band ring! Date: Late 19th...
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring .25ct Old European F/VVS 14K 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Vintage Antique 1880's Old European Cut .25ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring Featuring a Gorgeous Genuine .25ct Natural F/VVS Old Europ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby and Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pearl & Ruby Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Hallmarked Birmingham Crafted in solid 18ct gold, this ring features three pearls spaced evenly across the band, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$552Sale Price|20% Off
Heart Signet Ring Pink Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Signet Ring Ruby Star Gold Cocktail Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN The Heart Signet Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver, a sculpted heart face set with rubies wi...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Antique Circa 1890's Sapphire Cabochon Gold Nugget Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1890's. Antique gold nugget ring with a beautiful blue sapphire cabochon. The signet style ring is very comfortable and great for everyday we...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Victorian 7.20ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Gold
Located in Tucker, GA
This custom-made Antique style engagement ring has a rare 7.20 Carat diamond with a Round Brilliant cut, VS2 quality, and a rare color grade of U-V. The unique color grade indicates ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Diamond Marquise/Navette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian marquise/navette-shaped ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold, and adorned with a fantastic arrangement o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Hallmarked Birmingham 1890 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian gypsy ring, a true embodiment of timeless eleg...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Jelly Opal Cluster Gold Vintage Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Victorian Natural Jelly Opal Cluster Gold Cluster Ring. Hand set with 6.00tcw Natural Ethiopian Opals and 3.50tcw Green Tourmaline. The ring is skillfully H...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Gold Victorian Onyx, Diamond & Seed Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring Locket Back
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1860 This exquisite 15ct gold ring dates back to the early Victorian era and carries a deeply sentimental history as a mourning piece. T...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Pearl Five-Stone Band Ring, Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. five-stone band ring in 18K yellow gold, alternating three round rubies at approximately 2.8mm each with two cultured pearls of matching size, set in individual prong s...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
$385Sale Price|30% Off
Crystal Quartz Ring Word Band Black Enamel Cocktail Ring Holy J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crystal Quartz Ring Word Band Black Enamel Cocktail Ring Holy Designer: J DAUPHIN The Holy Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver with hand painted black enamel, t...
Crystal, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
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
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise & Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1899
Located in Brighton, GB
Turquoise & Pearl Ring 15ct Gold Victorian- Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 Fabulous Hand Engraved Shoulders. UK Size K US Size 5 1/2 Can be resized using our resizing service, p...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k 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
Victorian 18 Karat Gold TW ~2.30 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian five-stone ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features old mine cut diamonds: TW ~2.30ct, SI2-P1. Circa 1880. Weight: 4.04g Size: 17.25 (US 7) IMPORTANT: plea...
Diamond, Gold
Aquamarine Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Double Snake Head Aquamarine Emerald & Ruby Gold Ring Designer: J Dauphin Materials: 14k Gold-Plated Brass Stone: Aquamarine (Marquise-cut), Emerald (2), Ruby (2) Cate...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
Domed Cocktail Ring White Enamel Black Diamond Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Cocktail Ring Star Celestial Black Diamond White Enamel Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cocktail Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with a thicker gold plating over the bra...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Early Victorian Moonstone, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1865 Step back in time with this exquisite early Victorian ring, crafted with exceptional attention to detail. This stunning piece...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
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
$280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Black Enamel Ring Band Ring Truth Spiritual J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truth Motto Band Ring Black Enamel 14k Gold Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin The Truth Band Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass. This wide-prof...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian emerald seed pearl 14k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming Victorian emerald and seed pearl ring is a romantic antique design from the 1880’s, featuring 4 round cut emeralds weighing approximately 0.50 carat in total. The emera...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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