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.
George III Antique Silver Ink Stand
Located in London, GB
An Antique silver ink stand, comprising of three cut glass pots, silver removable lids, with beaded and moulded rim, placed within circular pi...
Silver
Set of Four George III Sterling Silver Wine Coasters
Located in London, GB
A set of four matching George III sterling silver wine coasters, with embossed floral and scroll decoration to a wooden bases with central silver bosses. Hallmarked Sheffield 1815-1...
Sterling Silver
32" Antique Early 19th Century, George III Old Sheffield Silverplate Tray
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this very large and extremely fine early 19th century Old Sheffield shaped oblong handled tea tray. The tray features a deep set, and heavily ornate sc...
Sheffield Plate
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver 5 Piece Tea Service in Pattern 80
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A five-piece tea and coffee service in sterling silver with ebony handles and finials in Georg Jensen's pattern 80, designed in 1915, hallmarked for a post-1945 manufacture. While Jensen's reverence for traditional Danish design and interest in themes of nature were often married in equal part to the popular Art...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder & Ashtray Set
Located in Sewickley, PA
This Tiffany & Co. sterling silver matchbox and ashtray set is a refined example of the brand's elegant decorative craftsmanship. The set includes a rectangular matchbox holder and a...
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 #18392
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 This beautiful wine cup by designer Georg Jensen (Denmark) was meticulously crafted from sterling silver in a gorgeous, h...
Sterling Silver
$3,950 / set
H 1.46 in Dm 1.86 in
Set of 12 Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Art Deco Shot Cups or Cordials
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 silver cordials or shot glasses. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each shot cup with terrific streamlined design including a plunger foot, a tapered body, and...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver and Crystal Vanity Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The set includes Tiffany & Co sterling serving tray, it is stamped with serial number 21253, q-tips jar, cotton balls jar, pill box, perfume bottle and tooth brush...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$3,850 / set
H 0.25 in Dm 3.13 in
Rare Set of 9 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extremely rare set of sterling silver butter pats. In the Vine pattern decorated with raised poppies and other flowers around the rim's edge. By Tiffany & Co. Monogrammed to t...
Sterling Silver
Antique 800 Silver Dresden Germany Hair Curling Iron
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 800 silver Weight: 378 grams Tray dimension: 7.75 x 3 3/8 inches Curling iron dimension: 8.75 x 1.75 inches Marked - Scharffenberg Dresden 800 Unique curling iron set dat...
Silver
$3,800 / item
H 14 in W 14 in D 3 in Dm 12 in L 14 in
Large Mexican Sterling Silver Hand-Hammered Tray by Platería Artística, 1012g
Located in Plantation, FL
Substantial and visually striking sterling silver tray crafted in Mexico by Platería Artística, executed in solid .925 silver and weighing approximately 1012 grams. The tray features...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Set of 2 Engraved Kiddush Cups #18712
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Set of 2 Engraved Kiddush Cups These gorgeous set of 2 Kiddush cups were meticulously crafted from sterling silver and are engraved "PR. BY P.B.Y.M 1908-1928 TO ESTH...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Heavy Tiffany Co Pat 1869 Deco Spoon
Located in New York, NY
Brand Tiffany& co Type Spoon Material Sterling Silver Metal Purity 925 Spoon Length 7.5'' Long Weight 47.3gr Condition Mint
Sterling Silver
A Rectangular Fabergé Cut Glass & Silver Tray
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A rectangular Fabergé cut glass & silver tray, silver circular laurel wreath and bow handles, fluted silver rim with a cross relief on either side, cut glass tray...
Silver
Russian Silver Plate Samovar with Tray Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- The set is made out of silver plate with celluloid/ bone details - The samovar features floral & geometric motifs - The tray stamped with makers marks that are a little worn off (З...
Silver Plate
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H 2.01 in W 3.43 in L 4.45 in
RAF Silver & Guilloché Enamel Cigarette / Cigar Box, George V c1938. Gieves Ltd
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Rare & Important Sterling Silver Cigarette / Cigar Box is in good condition, dating back to circa 1938 (George V) The box features an iconic RAF emblem (Royal Air Force) - wings, s...
Silver, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Georgian Charles Stuart Harris English Sterling Silver Salver
By Charles Stuart Harris
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver salver. Made by Charles Stuart Harris in London in 1926 for Tiffany & Co. in England. Curvilinear and molded rim with ogee scalloping. Rests on 4 hoof suppor...
Sterling Silver
George III Salver - Neoclassical - English Sterling Silver - 1777
Located in New York, NY
George III sterling silver salver. Made by Richard Rugg in London in 1777. Circular well has engraved coat of arms and is bordered by raised swags. Rim is scalloped and beaded. Rests...
Sterling Silver
Georgian-Style Serving Tray - Canadian Sterling Silver - by Birks / Roden
Located in New York, NY
Georgian-style sterling silver serving tray. Made by Roden Bros. Ltd in Toronto, ca. 1950. Circular with stippled foliage applied to scrolled rim. Wreath of scrolls and foliage engra...
Sterling Silver
John Schofield Georgian Silver Salver, London 1790
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique 18th century Georgian Silver Salver. Made in London 1790 by John Schofield. The oval Salver on four turned foliate supports, plain centr...
Victorian Salver - Georgian Revival - English Sterling Silver - 1897
By Atkin Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Victorian sterling silver salver. Made by Atkin Brothers in Sheffield, England in 1897. Circular with curved sides. Well has etched foliage and central asymmetrical cartouche with en...
Sterling Silver