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 II Sterling Silver Bowl by John Barbe
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted during the reign of George II, this sterling silver footed bowl was manufactured by London silversmith John Barbe. The small footed bowl is alm...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 18th C George III Sterling Silver Salt Cellar by Robert Hennell I
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian salt cellar. In sterling silver. By Robert Hennell I. With scroll handles, a beaded edge & foot, repousse decoration around ...
Sterling Silver
Gucci Sterling Silver Baby Cup (A)
By Gucci
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Gucci sterling silver baby cup. No monogram From the Tom Ford Era at Gucci, circa 1990's, this baby cup is engraved with "GUCCI BAB...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Nut Candy Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver Diameter: 4.50 inches Weight: 121.25 grams Silver Candy Bowl. The metal was tested and d...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set of Four Victorian Silver Salt Cellars
Located in London, GB
A set of four Victorian silver salt cellars, each designed as scallop shell bearing chased leaf decorations in the rim, with gold gilt interior and foliate design base, made by Danie...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Silver Double Handle Bowl
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati silver double handle bowl, circa 1900s A magnificent work of handmade sterling silver bowl, featuring double handles and flowers motif; marked Buccellati, Made in Italy, ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Leaf Bowl or Vide Poche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver bowl or vide poche. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of a leaf reminiscent of a heart. Marked to the base for Tiffany & Co. / Maker's / Sterling. S...
Sterling Silver
$2,493
H 3.5 in W 9.25 in
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Tomato/Pumpkin Vine Pattern Salad Bowl 9.25" #16806
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver salad bowl in the Tomato or Pumpkin Vine pattern by Tiffany & Co. Designed by Olad Wilford in the Art Deco fashion for the NY World's Fair, featured in Tiffany's dis...
Sterling Silver
George III Sterling Silver Creamer by Robert Hennell I
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A small, George III period, sterling silver creamer by London silversmith Robert Hennel I, with period monogram. The creamer features an intricate monogram under the lip which is lik...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$485
H 1 in W 3.25 in L 4.75 in
Italian Modern Classical Sterling Silver Wine Taster Porringer by Buccellati
Located in Troy, MI
Classical sterling silver gift, made by Buccellati in Italy. The curved, round, shallow bowl with wide handle can be used for wine tasting. The perfect gi...
Sterling Silver
$258 / item
H 0.32 in W 3.15 in L 2.76 in
De Vecchi Milano 1935 small face bowl in 925 sterling silver
Located in Perugia, IT
De Vecchi Milano 1935 small face bowl in 925 sterling silver ERE Collection Measurements 8 x 7 x 0.8 cm Weight 23 g Reference ERE10 Small bowl - saucer part of a collection called ...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Revere Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver Diameter: 7.50 inches Height: 4.25 mm Weight: 429.69 grams Tiffany & Co. 925 sterling silver revere bowl 7.5". The ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,250
H 2.5 in W 3.6 in L 4.75 in
Tiffany Hampton Bowl, 18389, American Sterling Silver + Forks & Spoons
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Tiffany & Co Hampton Bowl - 18389 - American Sterling Silver Artesian Sterling Silver 2 Forks & 8 Spoons worked with Natural Color Stones Art Deco sterling silver bowl. ...
Sterling Silver
$258 / item
H 0.32 in W 2.56 in L 2.56 in
De Vecchi Milano 1935 Quadro small bowl in 925 sterling silver
Located in Perugia, IT
De Vecchi Milano 1935 Quadro small bowl in 925 sterling silver ERE Collection Measurements 6.5 x 6.5 x 0.8 cm Weight 25 g Reference ERE10 Small bowl - saucer part of a collection c...
Sterling Silver
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H 7.38 in W 16 in D 10.25 in
Large Reticulated James Dixon & Sons English Sterling Silver Footed Basket
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large Georgian style reticulated footed basket. In sterling silver. By James Dixon & Sons of Birmingham, England. The pierced bowl has a shaped...
Sterling Silver
Pair of George II Silver Sauceboats
Located in London, GB
A pair of George II sterling silver sauceboats, the oval bellied form with undulating rims, crested, leaf-capped flying scroll handle, on three stepped hoof feet, underside with scra...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver George IV Bread Basket
Located in London, GB
A sterling silver George IV bread basket, with gadrooned border,the swing handle has applied shell and acanthus leaf decoration, with the centre of the body engraved with an armorial...
Sterling Silver