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 & 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
Victorian 14kt Gold Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Ring, Circa 1860–1880
Located in Chesterland, OH
A charming Victorian ring crafted in 14kt yellow gold, centered with a finely carved genuine Mediterranean coral cameo depicting a classical female profile. The cameo is framed by a ...
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k 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 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
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Natural Jade Cabochon Ring, Size 6.25
Located in Chesterland, OH
An elegant and highly refined antique ring dating to the Victorian era, embodying the timeless sophistication of the period. The ring is crafted in gold testing to approximately 14 ...
Jade, 14k 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
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
Antique Victorian Australian Opal & Old Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1890s, 18ct Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An exceptional Victorian opal and diamond trilogy ring dating to the circa 1890s, crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. The ring is set with three natural oval cabochon Australian opals ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
A Powerful 18kt French Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A Powerful French Victorian 18 Kt signet ring that shows all the signs of a powerful family. There is an arm raised up showing a dagger. This symbol shows the willingness to prevail....
18k 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
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
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
Certified natural real rose uncut diamond emerald sterling silver eternity band
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous eternity band consists of following: Diamond- Rose cut and uncut diamonds Diamond weight- 2.10cts Diamond color- White with a tint of yellow and brown Metal- Silver Pur...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
VICTORIAN Ring with old mine cut diamond up to 1.00ct 14k yellow gold 5.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct - K - P1 - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 9.5 mm wide weight 5.5 grams ri...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Diamond Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring, Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1870 This is a Victorian cluster ring crafted in 15ct gold, dating to around 1870. At its centre sits a modest old-cut diamond, en...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k 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
Vintage Victorian English Mourning Enamel & Hair Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed English Vintage Victorian Mourning Enamel and Hair Gold Ring. Ring size 6, we offer ring re-sizing. Hand crafted in 17K Yellow Gold. Measuring appro...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Onyx Flower Micro Mosaic Oval Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
It is a lovely Victorian oval cocktail ring crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1890. The piece features onyx and the detailed micro mosaic depicting flowers. Signed with “585” Weight: 9...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 18kt Gold Five Stone Diamond Ring, Circa 1890, 2.8ct
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 19th Century Size: 6 ½ Carats: 2,8 ct Weight: 5,90 gr The ring, made of 18-karat silver and gold, can be ascribed to Victorian goldsmith production of the late 19th c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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
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
18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Birmingham, Date Letter Worn 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in alternatin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Enamel Ring Victorian style Crystal Quartz Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transparent Crystal Quartz Ring in 14k Gold Plating and Black Enamel with Text: Holy Made to order in any size Inspired by Victorian Age, Memento Mori Designer: J Dauphin HOLY – ...
Quartz, Crystal, Enamel, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k 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
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 8.1 grams - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25(
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 8.1 grams - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25(57) Detailed description: the top of the ring is in a oval shape 2.3 cm and 1.6 cm wide by 1.1 cm hi...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, Victorian Diamond Boat Shaped Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Victorian boat-shaped cluster ring, c.1880. Set with twelve old cut diamonds totaling approx. 0.85cts in an 18ct gold mount. A...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Diamond Opal Ruby and Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Acrostic rings became popular throughout the Victorian period. The Adore ring being one of the romantic gifts typically given in the earl...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Light Blue Enamel Ring Divine Band Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Motto Band Ring 14k Gold Plated Brass Light Blue Enamel Designer: J Dauphin The Divine Band Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass. This wi...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
!8kt Five Stone Radiant Opal Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal is a treasure of nature flashing a kaleidoscope of colors in each stone. Daylight sets off the Blues, green, yellows and multiple shades of pink vary in each stone as all stones...
Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Almandine Garnet & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Almandine Garnet Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian ring is a true testament to the craftsmanship of its era, crafted from 15ct gold. The ring features st...
Garnet, Pearl, 15k 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 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Five Stone Pearl Ring Hallmarked London 1874
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Five Stone Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1874 Antique five-stone pearl ring, hallmarked London 1874. Crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, the ring features...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Gold Ring With Round Cabochon Garnet Circa 1890
Located in Firenze, IT
The ring with round cabochon garnet in yellow gold flat mount. Circa 1890's Size band : 10mm Finger size: 8 Weight: 3.53gr.
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Ruby Heart Ring Gold Plated Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Heart Signet Ring 14k Gold Plated Silver Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver, this structural signet ring features a heart set with multiple natur...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
19th Century Japanese Shakudo Dragon Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A Japanese Shakudo ring with a lavish show of gold on a textured charcoal gray background. It has excellent finger coverage at 1 5/8 inches high. The gold dragon is striking as it wr...
Shakudo
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) Category...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
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
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
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 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 9ct Gold, Early Victorian Seed Pearl & Carnelian Spinner Memorial Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Spinner Ring 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1850 Discover a piece of history with this exquisite early Victorian spinner ring, crafted in lustrous 9c...
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Victorian Diamond on Oval Onyx Slab Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Victorian Diamond on Oval Onyx Slab Gold Ring. Centering a .27 Carat Diamond. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size 6, we offer ring resizing. Mo...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Black Diamonds 14k Gold Plated Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Black Diamond Emerald Eyes Gold Plated Silver Ouroboros Snake Ring Designer J DAUPHIN The True Love Turtle Dove ring is a premier sculptu...
Emerald, Black Diamond, Gold Plate, 14k 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
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
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 Heart Ring Emerald Victorian Style J Dauphin
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, Enamel, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k 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
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 5.1 grams - ring size U.S. 6 EU. 16.5(52)
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 5.1 grams - ring size U.S. 6 EU. 16.5(52) Detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.5 cm wide by 9.5 mm high ring size U.S. 6 EU. 16.5(5...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.5ct Old Cushion Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring, 1890s Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian three stone carved half hoop diamond ring, three old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 2.5 carats. Centering an o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Turquoise and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 18ct gold band holds five beautifully bright turquoise cabochon stones. The stones are slightly graduated in size as they get to the centre stone, starting smaller on the...
Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous daisy cluster ring holds four emeralds, four rubies and a pearl. Modelled in 15 carat gold. The emeralds measure 6pts each and the rubies are 3pts each. Ring Size: O ...
Emerald, Ruby, Pearl, Gold
Victorian French GIA 1.51 carat old mine cut diamond 18k gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian French engagement ring is a beautifully romantic antique jewel from the 1900’s, crafted in warm 18k yellow gold with a timeless old mine cut diamond at its center. Ele...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Turquoise and Twinkling Diamond Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A perfect Turquoise and Diamond Ring that brings sparkles of delight from the Victorian era in England. The turquoise gems are round interspersed with old european round diamonds for...
18k Gold
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 10K Gold, & Black Agate or Onyx Cameo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian gold and agate/onyx cameo ring. In 10 karat gold. With a prong-set black and white carved onyx or agate cameo of a young woman with long hair dressed in a flowing gown. With 8 seed pearls surrounding the cameo in between each prong. With engraved and embossed decoration to the band. Simply a wonderful Victorian cameo ring...
Agate, Onyx, Pearl, 10k 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 9ct Yellow Gold Turquoise Cluster Ring, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
This antique Victorian turquoise cluster ring is a charming example of 19th-century sentimental jewellery, crafted in 9ct yellow gold and set with natural turquoise cabochons. The st...
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
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