Also called Romantic period jewelry, antique early Victorian jewelry and watches were a celebration of the young monarch’s love.
When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. While this may seem a bit simple for our contemporary tastes, the serpent symbolizes eternity, and has become a popular motif in jewelry. The tail in the serpent’s mouth forms an unbroken circle. This dewy-eyed happiness trickled down to the masses and men and women favored jewelry that was sentimental and full of symbolism. Today, antique Victorian jewelry is very coveted and highly collectible.
Romantic period jewelry tends to be feminine and ornate. Flowers, hearts, birds, and bows were just some of the common decorative motifs. These pieces were embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. It was common to express your devotion with jewelry — REGARD and DEAREST rings were particularly popular. These rings were set with stones that corresponded to each letter: Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond.
Most often, the design of the ring was simple, with the stones going across the shank of the ring in a line, but it was not uncommon to see a REGARD ring in a flower formation, with each stone set in the petal of the flower.
Another common early Victorian ring style was two hands clasping a flower or stone. They came in many styles and were made of coral and ivory but also of gold with precious and semiprecious gemstones. These rings, while not exclusively Victorian, are often associated with the time period and symbolized friendship. Lockets enclosed with hair, cameos depicting cupid or a loved one’s face and enamel pieces were also popular.
The early Victorian period corresponded with the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Jewelry, no longer made only by hand, became more affordable during the 19th century. The growing middle class also helped increase the demand for it. This was reflected in how women styled their jewelry; they were not afraid to adorn themselves from head to toe with stacking and layering in between. Considering the time period (this was before the California Gold Rush), a lot of pieces in the Romantic period were made using low-karat gold or were gold-plated. Fine gold wire was also employed frequently to add to the design. This is a nice trick to know when determining the date of Victorian jewelry.
Find a range of antique Romantic period brooches, necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Necklace with pearl and rose cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold necklace with a gold and silver centerpiece set with pearl and rose diamond up to 0.20ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 m...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN earrings with pearls 14k gold 3.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold earrings set with pearls – 3.6 grams Detailed description: The dimensions of the earrings are 4.6 cm long by 1.0 cm wide Total weight 3.6 grams set with - 6 x 2....
Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Necklace with old mine cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 2.50 ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 50 cm long and 1.0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian ring with cameo 14k gold 5.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with cameo - ring size U.S. 8.5 – EU. 18.5(58) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.8 cm wide and 9.6 mm high Ring size U.S. 8.5 – EU. 18.5(58),...
14k Gold
Victorian ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k gold 7.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.40ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 9.25 - EU. 19.25(61) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide and 4.3 mm ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Maharaja Star Natural Rose Cut Diamond Brooch pin gold silver
Located in Delhi, DL
A striking expression of Indian royal heritage, this magnificent starburst brooch is inspired by the iconic diamond brooch associated with **Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, Punj...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Vermeil, Silver
VICTORIAN ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.20ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S 7- EU 17.25(54) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide and 7.5 mm high ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage style Rose cut Diamond Gemstones Sterling silver Queen Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
VICTORIAN earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.50ct – G/H – SI – 13.2 grams detailed description: dimensions of the earring are 4.0 cm long by 1.2 cm wid...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.70ct 4.0 grams 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold with silver ring with rose cut diamond total 0.70ct – G/H – SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 – EU. 17.5(55) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.7 cm wide and 5.4 mm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian brooch with old mine and rose cut diamond up to 5.70ct 14k gold silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch set with old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds, up to 5.70 ct - H/H - SI - size 14.5 x 14.5 x 1.5 cm. 8.4 cm x 5.4 cm Detailed description: Th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
ANTIQUE Flower basket brooch with rose cut diamond up to 3.20ct 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
1k gold (pin) and silver brooch set with rose-cut diamonds up to 3.20 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 4.7 cm long and 4.1 cm wide Weight: 15.1 grams Set w...
Diamond, 14k 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
Victorian Pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.35ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.35 ct, F/G, SI Detailed description: The pendant measures 2.0 cm high and 1.2 cm wide. Total weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with 14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30ct - F/G - SI - 44 cm long Detailed description: necklace is 44 cm long and 1.0 mm wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Branch Brooch with Pearls & Rose Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with stone pearls and rose diamond up to 0.20 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 4.7 cm long and 2.6 cm wide Weight: 8...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold and silver brooch set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.00ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 4.0 cm long by 2.6 cm wide weight...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN brooch/pendant with green enamal and rose cut diamond 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold with silver branch brooch/ pendant decorated with green enamel and with pearl and rose diamonds up to 1.00ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the dimensions of t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14k Gold & Silver Branch Brooch with 2.00ct Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch with rose cut diamond up to 2.00 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.8 cm long and 3.4 cm wide Weight: 21....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold 5.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold ring set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.40ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 9.5 – EU. 19.5(61) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide and 6.7 mm high Rin...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14k Rose Gold & Silver Pendant Necklace with Emeralds & Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with emerald and old mine cut diamonds. 0.50ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description the necklace is 50 cm lon...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN earrings with rose cut diamond up to 0.50ct 18k gold, silver 10.7 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
VICTORIAN 18k gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50ct – G/H – SI detailed description: The dimensions of the earring are 2.3 cm long by 1.3 cm wide Weight...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage style Rose cut Diamond Sterling silver ruby emerald Pearl Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Necklace and antique pendan cut diamonds up to 0.25ct 14k gold 5.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.25 ct – G/H - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 20k Yellow Gold Marquis Ring with 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
20k yellow gold marquis ring with old mine cut diamond. 1.50ct – G/H – SI – ring size U.S. 6 – EU. 16.5(52) Detailed description the top of the ring is 2.0 cm wide and 4.7 mm high ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity ring with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.40ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold alliance ring set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 1.40 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) Detailed description: The front of the ring is 3.8 mm wide Rin...
Diamond, 18k Gold
VICTORIAN Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 14k gold 5.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with rose-cut diamonds up to 2.50ct – G/H – SI – 40 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 0.7 mm wide the dimensions...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$18,400Sale Price|20% Off
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
Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose and Table Cut Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose Cut and Table Cut Diamond Ring Hand made antique cluster diamond ring with parts i...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamond sup to 3.00ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 3.00 ct – G/H - SI - 42 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 42 cm long a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Bracelet with turquoise 18k yellow gold 18 cm long 24.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long Detailed description: The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain. Total bracelet wei...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,352Sale Price|20% Off
18K Ring Intaglio Engraved Sardonyx Depicting Horse, English, Circa 1850
Located in Northampton, MA
This late Georgian / early Victorian 18K rose gold ring holds a rectangular-cut deep brown sardonyx gemstone that has been artfully carved -or etched, rather- to depict a horse trott...
Agate, 18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with coral 5.2 grams 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with coral – 5.2 grams – 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. The pendant is 3.3 cm high and 1.2...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Imperial Topaz & Pearl Gold Ring Certified Untreated, London, 1843 Size 10.5
Located in Northampton, MA
This vivid pink imperial topaz ring -hand-crafted in England over 180 years ago- is one of the rarest and most unapologetically regal rings you will ever encounter. A size 10.5 ring, it was originally created for a man. But could of course be worn by anyone today. In the era this ring was created, men wore pearls. And no man would feel uncomfortable wearing a flashy pink gemstone because there is absolutely no other gemstone that looks like this. Topaz is a common gemstone and is typically white. It is irradiated to achieve its popular blue and pink colors. But naturally pink topaz is not common. It is in fact exceedingly rare, considerably rarer than diamonds. And this particular natural pink topaz gem is vividly saturated. It flashes purple. Having reviewed images of the pink imperial topaz necklace and earrings King Charles presented his wife, Queen Camilla...
Natural Pearl, Topaz, Pearl, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a rose-cut diamond, totaling approximately 1.50 ct – G/H - SI – 60 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 60 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Ring with cameo and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.72ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with a cameo and a brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.72 ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size US 6.5 - EU 17 (53) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 2.6 cm wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch, 26g, Circa 1880, Lady's Head
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch with cameo - image of a lady's head Detailed description the brooch is 5.0 cm high and 3.8 cm wide total weight: 26.0 grams set with: - 3.2 cm x 2.5 cm x ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VICTORIAN brooch with emerald and rose cut diamond up to 0.05ct 18k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k gold and silver brooch set with emerald and rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.05ct – G/H – SI – 4.6 grams detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 3.5 cm wid...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14k Red Gold Brooch with Ruby and Diamond, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold brooch with ruby and rose and old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct Detailed description the brooch is 3.1 cm high and 2.8 cm wide total weight: 9.0 grams set with: - 1 x ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Early Victorian Lava Cherub Cameo Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cherub Pendant 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1860s Introducing an exquisite early Victorian cherub pendant. This angelic cherub cameo is hand-crafted from lava and elegantly fra...
Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian style pendant with amethyst carved in shape of Victorian lady 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant set with amethyst cut in the shape of a Victorian lady - dimensions 6.7 cm x 2.9 cm detailed description: dimensions of the pendant are 6.7 cm high and 2.9 cm wide...
Amethyst, 14k Gold
c1860 15K yellow gold Turquoise snake ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
We love this unusual and extremely rare 18ct gold Victorian snake ring with a cushion cut diamond head and studded with pave turquoise. It was made during the Darwin years when nature was a often source for fashion. Since ancient times snakes have been seen as a symbol for “Eternal love” and "Eternal life" so they were and still are often used as wedding rings, commitment rings...
18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds and old cut diamonds. 1.00 ct - F/G, G/H - SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN Brooch with pearl, ruby and rose cut diamonds 18k gold 3.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k bicolour gold brooch with pearl, ruby and rose-cut diamonds total 0.01ct – G/H – SI detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 3.6 cm long by 2.7 cm wid...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 18K Swiss Minute Repeater Hunter Case Pocket Watch by William Schochlin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This antique 55mm hunters case 18K gold minute repeater pocket watch, was crafted by venerated Swiss watchmaker, William Schochlin during the late 1800's. The high grade and entirely...
18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamond up to 1.20ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and gold and silver solitaire pendant set with rose-cut diamonds total approx. 1.20ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklac...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.10ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring with rose-cut diamond total 0.10ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 9.5 – EU. 19.5(61) Detailed description the top of the ring is 9.0 mm wide and 4.0 mm high ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 0.25ct 14k gold 6.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with centerpiece set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.25ct - G/H - SI/P - 44 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 42 cm long by 1.3 mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Necklace and pendant with coral, onyx and brilliant cut diamonds 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with onyx, coral, and brilliant diamonds up to 0.40ct - N/O - SI - 45 cm long detailed description the necklace is 45 cm l...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
VICTORIAN 14k gold pendant with cameo - lady's portrait - 12.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant with cameo - lady's portrait - 12.0 grams Detailed description The pendant is 6.0 cm high and 3.4 cm wide. Total weight: 12.0 grams Set with: - 4.4 cm x 3.3 cm ...
14k Gold
Victorian Pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.50 ct – G/H - SI – dimensions 3.1 cm x 2.3 cm wide Detailed description The pendant is 3.1 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$808Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 7.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: white a...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
ALGT Certified 1.37 carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond 18 kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Exclusive handmade ring in 18 kt yellow gold set with oval mixed cut paraiba tourmaline of 1.37 carats and decorated with 16 pieces of brilliant and baguette cut diamonds. Total diam...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Yellow Pink Diamond Blue Sapphire Pink Spinel Starstruck Ring, Joke Quick
By Joke Quick
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a kind Starstruck Ring handmade in Belgium by jewelry artist Joke Quick in high-polished 18k yellow gold featuring a mosaic of spectacular natural gemstones, including three no heat Sri Lankan rose-cut blue sapphires totaling 0.43 carats, four no heat Burmese brilliant-cut blue sapphires totaling 0.04 carats, one no heat rose-cut pink sapphire from Madagascar totaling 0.11 carats, three GH color/VS clarity, fancy shape rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.23 carats, six DEF color/VVS clarity brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.04 carats, three fancy chocolate pink brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.015 carats, three fancy yellow brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.015 carats, and finished with five no heat Burmese brilliant-cut pink spinel totaling 0.08 carats. Size 6 (can be sized). Stamped and Hallmarked. Top Curved Oval Dimensions = 14.4mm x 12.07 mm ( 0.565in X 0.475in) About the Artist - Joke Quick developed a fascination for fine jewelry while admiring her grandfather’s noble jewel...
Pink Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, ...
Victorian RIng with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold 5.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30 ct - F/G - P - ring size US 5.75 - EU 16.25 (51) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 7.5 mm wide Weight: 5.7 gr...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ring with emeralds up to 3.50ct - 11.8 grams - 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt white gold ring set with carre cut emerald tot. 3.50 ct - ringsize U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.6 cm wide weight 14.6 grams ring...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl and old mine cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with a pearl and an old mine-cut diamond 1.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm l...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver