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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
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Medal Virgin Mary Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Virgin Mary Chain Necklace Vintage Medal, Designer of Chain : J Dauphin 14k Gold Plated Brass Chain and Silver Medal Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arse...
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2010s French Early Victorian Jewelry

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14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Sterling Silver

Stickpin 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stickpin 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl. I don't know where it's done. Stamp 14K
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Mid-20th Century Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Stickpin 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stickpin 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl. I don't know where it's done. History with this needle leads to the Harolds department store in London. There was also an Antique and Jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

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 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

Antique Carved Bone Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These antique carved bone drop earrings are a rare find— I've never seen a pair quite like these. What makes them special is the intricacy of the h...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold-filled

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

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

Marble and Brass Mounted Vase
Located in New York, NY
A Large Marble and Brass Mounted Cassolettes, Vases. It is topped with a cover terminating with a pine cone finial and a further collar of downward hanging overlapping leaves.The vas...
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Early 18th Century Indian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Brass

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

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 10k Gold & Silver GIA Yellow Imperial Topaz w/ Paste Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Topaz- Old Cushion Cut - Pave Set - Yellowish Orange Color - 8.75x7.25mm (exact, certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** ...
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1890s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Sculpture Horse Saddled in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Sculpture Horse saddled in silver
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Jill Garber Antique Micro Mosaic, Early Sterling Turquoise Concho Drop Necklace
Located in Saginaw, MI
This one of a kind drop necklace represents a beautiful marriage of cultures and periods as two bold hand stamped bezel set early Navajo concho's with 6 mm round turquoise cabochon's at their center are joined with a delicate antique Venetian Micro Mosaic tesserae heart. A large mosaic teardrop is linked with a pink rose falling gracefully into a 3 inch drop. Adding romantic elements to the hand wrought chain are two sets of antique French guilloche...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Early Victorian Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Natural Diamond polki Band polki Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond polki Band polki Ring Ring size 7 925 sterling silver All ring size avaliable ( WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CUSTOM DUTY IN YOUR COUNTRY )    NOTE :- Import ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry

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White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver

James Charles Edington Silver Set, Circa 1840
Located in Princeton, NJ
Coffee, tea, sugar, and cream set featuring gilded interior with ivory fitting, ornate foliate design including an eagle on the lid and an additional Harlequin patterned design. Engr...
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19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver, Gilt Metal

James Charles Edington Silver Set, Circa 1840
James Charles Edington Silver Set, Circa 1840
$13,200 Sale Price / set
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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

Materials

Diamond, Silver

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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Looking Rosecut Solitaire Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver
Located in New York, NY
Echoing antique Victorian elegance, this solitaire ring features a captivating rose-cut diamond that radiates vintage charm. Crafted in a blend of 14k gold and silver, it offers time...
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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

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

4.35tcw 14K Natural Dark Green Pear Emerald & Marquise Diamond Accent Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A lovely emerald and diamond necklace. The center of attention is the stunning teardrop/pear-cut emerald that showcases a ravishing dark green color with very good clarity and luster...
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2010s Zambian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace with pearl with rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with a silver clasp set with rose diamonds up to 0.60 ct on a 7-strand pearl necklace – 35 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 35 cm long and 3.2 cm wide ...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Necklace and pendant with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold necklace with a 14k gold and silver pendant set with old mine-cut diamonds up to approximately 1.00 ct G/H SI - 45 cm Detailed description The pendant is 2.3 cm high a...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Necklace and pedant with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and a gold and silver pendant set with a 1.00 ct rose-cut diamond – G/H - SI - 50 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 50 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. ...
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1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian golden bracelet, Great Britain, early 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Early Victorian bracelet comes from Great Britain from early 19-th century. Made of 14K gold (0,550) confirmed by appraisal with certificate. The bracelet is a piece of sentimental ...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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14k 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

Materials

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

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

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

Beautiful gold and silver earrings with blue and white sapphires, 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful gold and silver earrings with blue and white sapphires. Origin: probably Great Britain, late 19th century Earrings made of 9-carat gold with silver elements. The set con...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Seeing Double! Rare Meriden Carriage Napkin Holder Set
Located in Addison, TX
Antique Victorian Horse Drawn Carriage Napkin Ring Meriden.
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Early 20th Century Early Victorian Jewelry

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

Onyx & Diamond cocktail necklace 18KT yellow gold 15" chocker
Located in Jupiter, FL
Evening cocktail necklace made with natural onyx and diamonds, completed in 18KT yellow gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 57.10gr GOLD: 18KT yellow gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round Brilliant Co...
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18th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond and Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique early 19th century silver triple drop panel filigree cross pendant. The three graduated silver panels of open scrollwork are set with rose-cut diamonds in dome-sha...
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Early 19th Century Belgian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Silver

Antique Pinchbeck Sardonyx Flower Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Wonderful Antique Pinchbeck saradonyx carved flower bracelet Weight 14.9 g length 17.2cm width 5.8 mm The item comes without the box in the phot...
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1860s British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Pinchbeck

1850 Biedermeier BRACELET GOLD ONE EMERALD TWO PEARLS AUSTRIA
Located in Vienna, AT
GOLDEN BIEDERMEIER (= EARLY VICTORIAN) BRACELET WITH ONE EMERALD AND TWO PEARLS. GOLD ( 14 ct 585) EMERALD & TWO PEARLS ARE ATTACHED TO MIDDLE ...
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1850s Austrian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

French Georgian antique shield locket in 18k gold, with natural pearl pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Georgian shield locket pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. This coat of arms medallion opens with a hinged glass back, allowing you to slip a sentimental item into it. The entire frame ...
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1810s French Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

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

Materials

Silver

18k Yellow Gold Mediterranean Coral Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18k Yellow gold Mediterranean coral cameo brooch/pendant. The high relief hand carved round coral cameo depicts the portrait of a young g...
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Mid-20th Century European Early Victorian Jewelry

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Small Cross Pendant 0.25 cts.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-18K White Gold -19 Round Diamonds -0.25 cts.
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2010s Early Victorian Jewelry

Male Doberman Dog Sculpture in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Male Doberman dog sculpture in Silver
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Silver Wild Bison Sculpture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver Wild bison Sculpture
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Dutch Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Gold and Silver Flower Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Gold and Silver Flower Necklace This rose cut diamond flower necklace is a lovely Early Victorian era piec...
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1860s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, 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

Hanging gold and silver earrings in Biedermeier style.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Hanging gold-plated earrings in Biedermeier style, Early Victorian era. Made of silver and covered with low-grade gold. Originally preserved earrings dated 1840-1850 - rarely seen....
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold, Silver

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

Carelle Florette Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Channeling the glamour of 1940’s film noir, Florette captures the contemporary allure of today’s femme fatale. Sultry floral motifs converge in 18K white gold adorned with diamonds ...
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1940s American Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Carelle Florette Emerald and Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Channeling the glamour of 1940’s film noir, Florette captures the contemporary allure of today’s femme fatale. Sultry floral motifs converge in 18K white gold adorned with emeralds ...
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1940s American Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Silver Hound Bracco handicraft
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver hound bracco handicraft
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1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry

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Silver

Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Crown and Flower Tremblé Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking and highly unique tremblé pin from the Early Victorian (ca1850s) era! This magnificent piece is crafted in rosy 12kt yellow gold and featur...
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1850s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold

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

Fontane Circa 1900s Antique Gold Miniature Painting Fringe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique original Fontane brooch in 14k gold, circa 1900s. Brooch depicts a miniature painting of a nude lady. Brooch measures 2 7/8" x 1 3/8". Weight of the piece - 22.4 grams.
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Early 1900s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold

Early Victorian 1.15 Carat Emerald, Crystal & Diamond in Silver & 18k Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Antique Victorian bracelet featuring Diamond , emeralds & crystal in 18k solid gold & Silver. This piece is luxurious and craftsmanship can...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry

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Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

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

Materials

Silver

Antique Swiss Enamel and Gold Mountain Scene Brooch, Circa 1840
Located in London, GB
An antique, Swiss enamel brooch, showing a mountain scene, with a woman, in regional peasant dress, leaning on a goat and man blowing a horn, with goats and a chalet in the backgroun...
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1840s Swiss Antique Early Victorian Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

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