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Early Victorian Jewelry

EARLY VICTORIAN STYLE

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.

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Style: Early Victorian
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.2 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA LAB REPORT #: 6223745891 Weight: 1.03ct Cut: Old European brilliant...
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1890s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Elephant handicraft in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elephant handicraft in silver
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.60ct – G/H - SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Polychrome Enamel 18K Gold Geometric Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1860s, these long antique pendant earrings are composed of 18K gold, enamel and split seed pearls. Each is designed as a navette-shaped top enclosing a hemisphere, sus...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Silver Pheasant Sculpture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver Pheasant Sculpture
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Antique Mid 19th Century 14K Gold Dangle Earrings Carnealian
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These yellow gold dangle earrings were created around 1845-1850 out of 14K gold. They are designed in the naturalistic taste so popular in the 1840's and 1850's. The earrings are com...
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1850s European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold

GIA Cert. Victorian Antique 3.5 Carat Citrine and Diamond in Silver/Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Antique 3.5 Carat Citrine and Diamond in Silver/Gold Ring. Created in the late 1800's, this antique Victorian ring features a GIA-certified orange citrine center ston...
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1890s North American Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Garnet, Diamond, Citrine, Silver, Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique sapphire and diamond half eternity ring, horizontally set with three round cut sapphires and two old mine cut ...
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1890s British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Antique 18k Gold Silver Hand Enamel Portrait & Old Cut Diamond Frame Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous antique piece was crafted during the early Victorian era from solid 18k gold with a silver top and features an incredibly detailed hand enameled portrait at its center....
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1870s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Silver Gazelle handicraft
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver Gazelle handicraft
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Mother Mary Medal Chain Necklace Vintage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mother Medal Chain Necklace Vintage Religious Length: 20 inches Two French Vintage Medals from Paris Material: Solid Silver Medals, Gold Plate Chain Monstra Te Esse Matrem – Show...
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2010s French Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Victorian French saucy opening pendant in 14k rose gold, secret message pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian secret locket pendant in 14k rose gold. Secret pendant in the form of an architectural element, a well or a chimney, opening at the top to conceal an object or sentimental ...
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Early 1800s European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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14k Gold, Rose Gold

Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

Blue Sapphire Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Diamond Virgin Mary Silver Medal Gold Plated Chain Necklace This Oval Virgin Mary in Silver with settings of a round diamond, and 3 squares of blue sapphire and a 14k ...
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2010s Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vicotorian bracelet with old European and rose cut diamonds 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k gold and silver hinged bracelet set with old European and single cut diamonds to. 0.45ct – G/H - SI Detailed description the top of the bracelet is 5.7 cm by 1.6 cm w...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 4 Carat Tanzanite, Emerald And Sapphire Cabochon Ring Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
This intricately hand crafted ring made with the center stone being a bluish hue tanzanite , it is surrounded by emeralds of Colombian origin , diamonds and then round blue vivid blu...
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2010s Early Victorian Jewelry

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Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold

Vintage Sterling Silver Back Bar Bottle
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Vintage sterling silver overlay back bar bottle with five almost matching shot glasses. Very nice leaf design over glass with sterling stopper and matc...
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Early 20th Century American Early Victorian Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Stickpin Pearl and Stone
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl

Vintage French Silver Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Gold-Plated Figaro Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This entirely vintage French necklace features a solid silver Virgin Mary medal with the Latin inscription Monstra Te Esse Matrem — Show thyself as Mother. Sourced in Paris, the medal is suspended from a vintage gold-plated figaro chain, creating a devotional necklace of historic and spiritual depth. On the reverse, the medal bears the inscription Congrégation des Enfants de Marie — Congregation of the Children of Mary — a symbol of consecration, protection, and lifelong dedication to the care of the Holy Mother. The front shows the Virgin Mary with rays extending from her hands, surrounded by stars, echoing traditional Marian iconography. The figaro chain is flat-linked and substantial, adding elegance and vintage character to the piece. Entirely original — both medal and chain are antique — this is not a reproduction or recombination. Ideal for collectors of Catholic devotional jewelry, Marian medals, or French religious artifacts, this necklace serves as a spiritual talisman and sacred adornment, offering comfort, clarity, and connection to divine grace. Length: 20 inches Solid silver medal, gold-plated vintage figaro chain...
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2010s French Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Victorian pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.10ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver pendant set with rose cut diamond total approximately 1.10ct – G/H - SI Detailed description the size of the pendant is 4.3 cm high and 1.3 cm wide to...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Figural Sterling Silver Wise Owl Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Wise Owl cufflinks of sterling silver and garnet cabochons eyes. "S" hook shank, original patina. Lovely detailing. Excellent Condition. 1890's USA.
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1890s American Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Garnet, Sterling Silver

Stickpin Gold and Pearl
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stickpin Gold and Pearl Moon of gold, no stamps. Small Beads I doubt 14 karat gold. The needle is a little crooked, see picture.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold

Stickpin
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

14k pink gold ring set with turquoise - 11.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold ring set with turquoise - ring size US. 8.5 - EU. 18.5 (58) detailed description: the top of the ring is 2.3 cm wide by 1.1 cm high ring size US 8.5 - EU. 18.5 (58),...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Stickpin Gold and Pearl
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stickpin Gold and Pearl Moon of gold, no stamps. Small Beads I doubt 14 karat gold. The needle is a little crooked, see picture.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Stickpin Cross
Located in Orimattila, FI
According to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

Ring with pearl and rose cut diamond 0.20 ct, 18k bicolor gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring set with pearl and old cut diamond 0.20 ct J/K -P - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.3 cm wide weight: 8.4 gr...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

18K Gold Victorian Alternating Link 18” Chain
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the Victorian era, this French 18k gold chain alternates between a flattened elliptical link and series of small round links. The elliptical links are pierced in the center, al...
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1880s French Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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18k Gold

Vintage style Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver elephant bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond elephant oxidized silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 10.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diam...
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2010s Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver and Diamond Flower Pendant with Pearl on 10K Gold Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This is an early Victorian flower pendant set in silver, hanging from a 10k gold chain. The pendant is a delicate flower that contains Old Mine Cut diamonds within its petals. Each d...
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1840s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Silver

Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace Vintage French Silver Medal combined with a modern 14k Gold plated Chain that has white enamel. Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our...
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2010s French Early Victorian Jewelry

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14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Brass

Antique Pair of Buttons Bag Piper Flower Girl Pastural Scenes Silver gilt
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These fine collectors buttons are made out of porcelain with printed and painted pastural scenes in the middle of the 19th century.. A boy with bare feet is resting in the grass hold...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver Plate

Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver broad Bracelet Diamond Bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 12.40cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: white ...
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2010s Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Caviar, Red Roe or Butter serving set
Located in Orimattila, FI
Caviar, Red Roe or Butter serving set Made in England. Spoons of Silver with English stamps on them. Fine Crystal Bowls. Original Case. Really great set....
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Mid-20th Century British Early Victorian Jewelry

Mother Medal Sapphire Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Sapphire Medal Virgin Mary Silver Vinatge Necklace Length: 18 Inches Monstra Te Esse Matrem – Show Thyself as Mother Blue Sapphire & Diamond Religious Necklace This sacred...
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2010s French Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Necklace with rose diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with silver and gold center piece set with rose diamonds. 0.50ct – G/H – SI – 45 cm long Detailed description Necklace is 45 cm long by 0.9 mm wide the s...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Evans Shrewsbury 1763-1856 Sterling Pair Cases Fusee Demi Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Miami, FL
A hunter pocket watch made by Rich Evans Shrewsbury and Robert Causer. Very fine half hunter pair cased pocket clock, made in Birmingham England by the sil...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Ring with Sapphire and rose cut diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold with silver ring set with sapphire and rose cut diamonds 1.00ct I/J - SI/P - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) detailed description: the top of the ring is in a oval ...
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1910s Dutch Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

18k bicolour gold earrings set with single cut diamond up to 0.40ct - 7.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold earrings set with single cut diamond up to 0.40ct - F/G - SI/P Detailed description the size of the earring is 2.8 cm high and 1.2 cm wide Total weight: 7.5 gra...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique XVIIIc 12ct Rose Gold Miniature Pendant, depicting Madonna in Blue.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This delightful miniature pendant is antique, dating back to XVIII - early XIXc. It’s depicting an striking image of Madonna in blue, (possibly a Nun or a Saint) - superb, Raphael...
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Late 18th Century Australian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Rose Gold

Antique Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This antique ring features eleven rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.25 carats set in darkened silver over 18kt yellow gold with a closed back setting in classic late Georgia...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Classic Natural uncut rose cut Diamonds sterling silver broad bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This vintage style diamond silver and yellow gold plating hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 14.50cts Diamond type: Rose cut diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: white ...
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2010s Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Rosecut Diamond Bangle Made In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Gold & Silver Bangle with Rosecut Diamonds is a very charming piece from our collection. It has small rosecut diamond motifs all around which make it an evergreen piece for you to o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold

10K Gold Engine-Turned Mourning Locket with Braided Hair
Located in Venice, CA
This mourning jewelry locket is a real gem. It can be opened easily with a snapping button that releases the lid and reveals the inscription in cursive hand-writing from 1845. GWCL West is the name engraved on the top and behind original bevelled glass is a generous brown haired woven braid. The hair has been kept impeccably behind the thick glass. The edge of the medallion locket...
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1840s European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian style uncut rose cut diamond oxidized 925 silver dangler earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
A Victorian style uncut rose cut diamond silver earrings. This striking handmade antique look diamond earrings with old cut diamonds, Impressive tinted old Uncut diamonds, surrounde...
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2010s Asian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Silver

Early Victorian Hand Painted Porcelain, Pearl and Diamond Mourning Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An exceptional mourning pin from the early Victorian (1850-1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold, this beautiful piece depicts the image of a woman rest...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian brooch with a portrait and diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k yellow gold brooch with a porcelain portrait surrounded by old mine cut/rose cut diamonds. 1.00ct – G/H – SI detailed description: the size of the brooch is 3.8 cm l...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Rosecut Diamond Band Ring With Filigree Work On Interior Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18k:11.47g,D:2.62ct Size: US-6
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Looking Rosecut Solitaire Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Looking Resecut Pear shape Solitaire Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver is an old word world charming piece, great to wear with you...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Silver

Antique Early Victorian Gold Brooch Rubies Pale Blue Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This early Victorian brooch was hand crafted from 15 karat gold and finely engraved with foliage framed by ornamental borders. The two gold hoops are held together by a pale blue ena...
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1840s English Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Ruby, Gold, Enamel, 15k Gold

Pear Shaped Emerald Earring With Diamonds Made In 14k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Dangling Diamond & Emerald Earring in Silver & Gold, this earring is truly a royal looking from the big size of diamond on top and dangling pear shape emerald. Closure: Push Post 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Triple Fly Brooch 14K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Victorian Fly brooch is special as it has 3 baby flies hanging from a bar with a Larger fly sitting on the bar. These are done in 14K yellow Gold a...
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1910s English Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Antique Red Rutilated Quartz Rose cut Diamond Earrings 14K Gold
Located in Brambleton, US
Victorian Antique Red Rutilated Quartz Rose cut Diamond Earrings 14K Gold This is a gorgeous antique pair of earrings crafted in 14K yellow gold (tested). The settings are so wonde...
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1880s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Celtic Eternity Knot Symbol Orient Pearls 15 Karat Gold Bracelet Locket
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This very unusual early Victorian jewel is of timeless elegance. The hinged bracelet with it's locket is decorated with the celtic symbol for eternity, the eternity knot...
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1840s British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Oriental Pearl, 15k Gold

14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold & Silver 925 15.75" Necklace Back & Chain is 14ct Gold and I believe the front is possibly silver or platinum 11 X GENUINE old mine cut DIAMO...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Blue Topaz Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold Perfect Gift for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Perfect Luxury Gift Blue Topaz Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold featuring natural blue topaz of 0.92 carats and diamonds of 0.318 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Beaded Jade & Black Onyx Opera Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:1.92ct, Silver:18.14gms, Jade:115.70ct, Black Onyx:347.75ct Size: 702mmXXMM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Purple Grape Brooch, Gold Leaves and Curled Vine, 1910s
Located in Lynnwood, WA
Early Victorian Style Purple Grape Crystal Rhinestone Brooch, Gold Brass Leaves and Curled Vine, Early 1900s This is a well-constructed, yet clearly a bit worn, likely antique, grap...
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Early 20th Century American Early Victorian Jewelry

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Brass

Gold bangle bracelet with a grant and email, Sweden, 1849
Located in Chorzów, PL
18-karat gold Biedermeier bracelet with garnet (pyrope) and enamel, Sweden, 1849 Origin: Sweden, ca. 1849. Hallmarks preserved Bracelet made of 18-karat gold in the style character...
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1840s Swedish Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold

The Victoria Medallion Necklace
Located in London, GB
The Victoria Medallion is created with the combination of 22K Gold Vermeil over 925 Sterling Silver and precious Root Emerald gemstone. This necklace takes its name from the victory ...
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2010s Turkish Early Victorian Jewelry

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Emerald, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

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