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
Ruby Jaguar Ring 18 Carat Gold Animal Jewelry Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4 Pcs Ruby Jaguar Ring 18 Carat Gold Animal Jewelry Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Made in Los Angeles
This Ring is made to order in once size, can be m...
Category
2010s North American Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Bronze
Antique French early Victorian pink topaz and green enamel brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French early Victorian pink topaz and green enamel brooch.
Hallmarked with wild boar mark.
Made in Circa 1830s
The brooch has a bold, symmetrical design, inspired by nature ...
Category
1830s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Enamel
Medal Virgin Mary Earrings Rhinestone Pink Light Blue J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Virgin Mary Earrings Rhinestone Pink Light Blue J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Save your soul" Earrings comes in pair unmatched color
Brass with crys...
Category
2010s American Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver, Brass, Gold Plate
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...
Category
1860s British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pinchbeck
Necklace with rose cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.20ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long
detailed description:
the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.3 mm wide....
Category
1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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 ...
Category
1910s Dutch Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
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...
Category
1840s Swedish Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Flower Patterned 18K Yellow Gold Bangle with Diamonds and Emeralds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This pretty Flower Patterned Gold 18K Yellow Gold Bangle with Diamonds and Emeralds is perfect for the summer parties. This bangle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
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...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Chanel CC Choker Necklace Metal with Faux Tahiti Pearls and Beads.
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Model: CC Choker Necklace Metal with Faux Tahiti Pearls and Beads.
The color of the chain looks like in the photo where it is worn
51cm half length
102cm total length
Condition: Goo...
Category
2010s European Early Victorian Jewelry
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Looking Rosecut Solitaire Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Silver
Victorian 22k/Sterling Silver Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 1.35ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond cluster ring from the Victorian (ca1850s) era! This exquisite ring is made of vibrant 22kt yellow gold topped in sterling silver. A sparkling 1.35ct old mine cut d...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Classic Victorian Looking Rosecut Diamond Ring in Silver and Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Classic Victorian Looking Rosecut Diamond Ring in Silver and Gold is an old charm piece.
14kt gold:3.10gms
Diamond:2.46cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Silver
Rosecut Diamond Bangle Made In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Beaded Jade & Black Onyx Opera Necklace with Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:1.92ct,
Silver:18.14gms,
Jade:115.70ct,
Black Onyx:347.75ct
Size: 702mmXXMM"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Silver, Sterling 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 ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian 15kt Gold and Silver closed back Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early Victorian 15kt Gold and Silver closed back Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring.
This antique ring features a 15kt gold band with a silver setting.
The ring is adorned with a...
Category
1830s European Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver
15 Carat Gold Topaz and Seed Pearl Brooch Date circa 1850
Located in London, GB
15ct Gold Topaz and Seed Pearl Brooch date circa 1850
Beautifully made, typically early victorian with nice contrast of white half pearls and topaz.
Category
1850s British Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Topaz, 15k Gold
Victorian Ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.10ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver ring with rose cut diamond up to 0.10ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 8 - EU 18 (57)
Detailed description
the top of the ring is 1.1 cm wide and 5.6 mm high...
Category
1880s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Silver Pheasant Sculpture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver Pheasant Sculpture
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Silver
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...
Category
2010s Zambian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elephant Puppy Sculpture in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elephant Puppy sculpture in silver
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Cross Bracelet White Pearl Beaded Chrysoprase Religious Spiritual J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross Bracelet White Pearl Beaded Chrysoprase Religious Spiritual
Designer J Dauphin
"As above so below" Sweet Water Pearl with Chrysoprase Bracelet 7" ( 18 cm )
One of a kind, Ha...
Category
2010s American Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
Emerald Jaguar Ring 18 Carat Animal Jewelry Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Jaguar Ring 18 Carat Animal Jewelry Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Made in Los Angeles
Made to order in once size, the ring is tiny adjustable on the finger in once sizes,
Category
2010s North American Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Antique Rose Cut Diamond Brooch in 12K Yellow Gold Circa 1850s
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the timeless elegance of the early Victorian era with this exquisite brooch, a treasure crafted in 12 karat yellow gold. this stunning piece boasts a weight of 9.5 pennyweigh...
Category
1850s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Seeing Double! Rare Meriden Carriage Napkin Holder Set
Located in Addison, TX
Antique Victorian Horse Drawn Carriage Napkin Ring Meriden.
Category
Early 20th Century Early Victorian Jewelry
Gorgeous, Unique Coin Silver Repousse Water Pitcher by Lincoln & Foss ~1850s
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Coin Silver Repousse Water Pitcher by Lincoln & Foss
Beautiful Coin Silver Pitcher by American Silversmith Lincoln & Foss
Feat...
Category
1850s American Antique 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early Victorian 1.15 Carat Emerald, Crystal & Diamond in Silver & 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Antique Victorian bracelet featuring Diamond , emeralds & crystal in 18k solid gold & Silver. This piece is luxurious and craftsmanship can...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 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...
Category
1860s Dutch Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Early Victorian 15kt + Agate Hardstone Cameo Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous ring from the Early Victorian (ca1850s) era! Crafted in 15kt rose gold, this ring displays a lovely hardstone cameo. The cameo is carved from a single piece of agate and depicts a figure carrying a jug and a staff. Though it is a single stone, the brown agate figure...
Category
1850s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Silver Wild Bison Sculpture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver Wild bison Sculpture
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
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...
Category
18th Century Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Small Cross Pendant 0.25 cts.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-18K White Gold
-19 Round Diamonds
-0.25 cts.
Category
2010s Early Victorian Jewelry
Male Doberman Dog Sculpture in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Male Doberman dog sculpture in Silver
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Carelle Florette Emerald and Diamond Band Ring
By Carelle
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 ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Citrine Diamonid Ring in 14KT Yellow Gold Cocktail Evening Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare imperial citrine diamond ring, the citrine is AAAA quality with cognac orange hues that are a rare find, the ring is a Victorian style made in 14KT yellow gold.
GRAM WEIGHT: 1...
Category
Early 19th Century North American Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Flamenco Fan Earrings, a Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Many a Sultan have turned their gaze towards spinning flamenco skirts, yet the most inviting of female dancers held a hand fan for added allure and sexual emphasis.
This inspirati...
Category
1830s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Palladium
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...
Category
1840s Swiss Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Pink Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Leaf Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Gold over silver and silver diamond and pink tourmaline leaf pin, set with 186 rose cut diamonds approximately 7.44cts and 12 cabochon pink tourmalines
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver
Green Quartz Pearl Diamond Gold Arrow Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold and silver arrow pin, set with 56 single cut diamonds weighing 1.0 carats total, 2 cultured pearls and a pear shape faceted green quartz.
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Pineapple Handicraft in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pineapple handicraft in silver
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Silver
1840s Biedermeier Enamel Pearl Gold Brooch Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Biedermeier Brooch
Vienna, made c. 1840 / 50
14 Carat Gold / 585 (checked)
Red Gold, decorated with ornaments made of enamel as well as cover...
Category
1840s Austrian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Silver Hound Bracco handicraft
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Silver hound bracco handicraft
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Silver
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.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Sculpture of Dog Cocker in Silver
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Sculpture of dog Cocker in silver
Category
1880s Italian Antique Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
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...
Category
2010s Early Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold
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