Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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GIA Certified .78 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.95 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.1 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 1192335228 Shape: Circular Brilliant Carat Weight: .78 carat...
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.80ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Edwardian period, this stunning three stone ring features a vivid blue sapphire at it’s centre, flanked by a pair of sparkling old cut diamonds. The showcase sapph...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rose Gold Engagement Ring. 1.10ct Old European Cut Diamond Rose Gold Ring K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.10 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Center Diamon...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Large Opal and Diamond 15 Carat Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This exquisite brooch is set with 9 glowing opals. They have flashes of fiery red and so any other wonderful colours. In-between each opal there are a pair of sparking diamonds...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Antique European Silver & Enamel Horse Case with Borzoi Dogs
Located in New York, NY
European silver and enamel cigarette case, ca 1920. Rectangular, curved, and hinged. On cover, a horse’s head appears in an entryway, with two protective borzoi dogs standing guard. ...
Silver, Enamel
Antique 14ct Gold Bat & Ball Cufflinks, Circa 1920s
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bat & Ball Cufflinks 14ct Gold Stamped A pair of 14ct gold cufflinks in a bat and ball sporting motif, dating to the circa 1920 period. Each cufflink is formed as ...
Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian English Silver Tortoiseshell Shoe Brushes (x2) by William Comyns c1904
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This set of Antique Edwardian brushes a is a rare find and a fascinating piece of the early XX century history of England They feature sterling silver mounts with finely engraved b...
Silver
Antique 18K Gold and Platinum Interchangeable Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, enamel, platinum and yellow gold necklace, three enamelled panels, two seed pearls, one old European cut diamonds, and nineteen rose cut diamonds, set in 18 karat...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique c1910 English Silver Albert Chain , with Shield Shaped Pendant & T-bar.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Magnificent English Necklace, meticulously crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring an intricate shield-shaped pendant - 39mm x 24mm; bearing English hallmarks to the back: Birmi...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victor Mayer 18k Rose Gold Chain Necklace with Four Pink Vitreous Enamel Links
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Brand: Victor Mayer Collection: Victor Mayer Reference: V1439/OP/00/00/10345 Material: 18k rose gold Necklace length: 45 cm Chain: anchor chain, 1/35, wire thickness 0.35 mm Enamel l...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Rose Gold
Antique Silver British Pence Coin Rivière
Located in New York, NY
Antique Silver British Pence Coin Rivière c.1919 Length: 42.5cm / 16.73 in. Width: 16.2mm / 0.64 in. Weight: 32.68 grams This antique silver necklace...
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Natural Oriental Pearl & Diamond Edwardian Platinum c. 1907
Located in Aspen, CO
Edwardian pin with diamonds and a natural pearl, c 1907. With a frame of platinum and yellow gold (in the back), this is probably an American piece executed circa 1905 to 1910. It ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold & Platinum Old Cut Diamond Daisy Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian diamond, platinum and yellow gold stick pin, comprising one old European cut diamond, and eight old single cut diamonds, set in platinum and 15 karat yellow gold, with a...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.26 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond, pearl and silver set insect bar brooch - boxed; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique ruby brooch has been silver set. The plain pointed bar brooch is ornamented to the centre with a pierced decorated, fly shaped setting. The thorax of the fly is embellished with an impressive collet set 0.26ct cushion cut ruby, surmounting and impressive feature collet set 0.63ct Old European cut diamond representing the abdomen. The eyes are depicted with two collet set Dutch cut diamonds and the wings bear twelve pavé set diamonds, totalling 0.39ct. The bar is ornamented with a single 5.2mm pearl to one terminal. This insect brooch secures with a hinged pin and clasp to the reverse. This stunning antique Edwardian brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as silver set; as to be expected with such an example of this period. The brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card. The brooch is fitted to the original leatherette presentation box, with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a push fit clasp. The interior of the box cover bears the retailer's mark 'Jewellers by Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen, Collingwood (Jewellers) Ltd, 46 Conduit St. W.'. This antique diamond and ruby bug brooch makes a distinctive and romantic gift, perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or Valentine's Day, with the ruby adding a touch of symbolic passion. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone in this stunning example of bug jewelry...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
Antique 9ct Gold & Enamel Edwardian Fishing Rod Brooch Hallmarked London 1905
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fishing Rod Brooch 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1905 Wonderfully crafted, Edwardian gold brooch. Featuring an enamel fish caught...
Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Edwardian 1.25ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This classic solitaire ring dates to the Edwardian era. A single 1.25 carat old cushion cut diamond takes centre stage, double claw set within a platinum collet. The diamond is of H ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
A Fine Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Fine Edwardian natural pearl and diamond bracelet, the thirty-nine pearls, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be natural pearls...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 6.00 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum 18K Gold Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a paperclip link chain suspending a foliate motif pendant from a quatrefoil surmount Surmount and pendant are pierced platinum-topped gold displaying sweeping foliate mot...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond Cluster Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding diamond brooch from the Edwardian era. A platinum frame has been crafted in an open swirling fashion with petalled motifs which play host to a multitude o...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Style Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Bow Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian style diamond and silver-upon-gold bow brooch, set with old-cut diamonds and smaller rose-cut diamonds, in an openwork geometric and foliage design, in silver settings u...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Edwardian Belle Epoque Natural Pearl Diamonds White Gold Platinum Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring is made in 18kt white gold and platinum. It has a ravishing twisted design. It is set with a natural creamy (with a touch of pink) pearl of 5,79 mm of diameter, and with 2...
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Enamel Diamond Pearl 14K Rose Gold Platinum Antique Tiger Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a dimensional tiger head with pointed ears and snarling expression Featuring transparent black, orange, yellow, and red enamel - minimal loss Accented by single cut diamond...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$54,500
Ruby Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite three-stone ring presents a vibrant trio of round gemstones: a fiery ruby totaling 1.87 carats, an Old European cut diamond totaling 1.61 carats and a rich emerald tot...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum and Old-Cut Diamond Bow Brooch, Early 20th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A refined and elegant antique bow brooch, crafted in platinum and set with a beautiful array of old-cut diamonds. The design captures the lightness and sophistication of the Edwardia...
Diamond, Platinum
Silver925 Emerald Cubic Zirconia Vintage Style Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-style filigree ring is crafted from 925 sterling silver, featuring intricate openwork that captures timeless charm. Delicate lines create depth and graceful movement, hi...
Emerald, Zircon, Silver
1.05 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 3.80 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.6 grams Center Diamond Details: Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: 1.05 carat Color: I Clarity: VS1 Side Sto...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Amethyst Ring. 2.30TWC Two Oval Cut Amethyst Ring Platinum Toi Et Moi
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: 2.30 carats total Center Amethyst Cut: Oval Cut Stone Setting: Prong-set two-stone toi et moi design with a draped mot...
Amethyst, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl and Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian pearl, diamond, platinum and yellow gold stick pin, comprising one old single cut diamond, and one pear-shaped pearl, in platinum and 15 karat yellow gold. My favourit...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely 18ct yellow gold Edwardian natural pearl and diamond ring. The centre of the ring is formed of 3 pearls which are drill set and surrounded by a border of sparkling r...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
1.34 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 4.0 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Carat Weight: 1.34 carat Color: K Clarity: S...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Pearl Horseshoe Lucky Brooch Yellow Gold 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Lucky Treasure: Edwardian Horseshoe Brooch in Gold, Diamonds and Pearls, England, circa 1900. A jewel of sentiment, luck, and luminous beauty. This exceptional Edwardian brooch, cr...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Platinum Antique Winged Hermes Foot Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized foot with winged sandal symbolizing the Greek god Hermes Featuring bead set round cut rubies weighing approximately 0.70 carat total Transparent medium purplis...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Pear and Diamond Pin Brooch, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A charming acorn design sits atop this Edwardian pin brooch. The nut is formed from a natural pearl measuring 8 mm by 6.5 mm, while the acorn cap is crafted in platinum and set with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
8 Carat Vivid Blue Sapphire in Edwardian Antique Diamond Mounting
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
8.00 carat bright blue sapphire gem with an antique Edwardian style diamond mounting. The sapphire's faceting catches your eye from the brilliance an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 1.35ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Edwardian cluster ring features a vivid sapphire enveloped by a cluster of diamonds. The deep blue sapphire is an oval cut stone, weighing 1.35 carat and claw set into...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum 950 fancy light yellow Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A truly beautiful natural diamond engagement ring! This 950 Platinum beauty features bezel set in yellow Gold a ca. 1.10 ct brilliant cut fancy light yellow Diamond set in a halo of...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.95ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Edwardian period, this wonderful three stone engagement ring features a trio of old cut diamonds displayed in a stepped box setting. The central 0.40 carat diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique French Double Owl Diamond, Hessonite Garnet and Emerald Brooch
Located in London, GB
A French antique double owl brooch, with rose-cut diamonds pavé set, in silver, with the breasts represented by faceted hessonite garnets and the eyes set with cabochon-cut emeralds,...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Cross Pendant Necklace in Platinum & 18kt Gold with 3.60 CTW in Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This stunning Edwardian cross pendant from the 1910s is expertly crafted in 18k yellow gold with intricate platinum millgrain details, showcasing the refined artistry and symbolic el...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
9K Yellow Gold Natural Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Garnet and Pearl Floral Drop Earrings, a timeless expression of elegance. A rich garnet sits at the center of the first hoop, surrounded by deep red garnet leaves that bring ...
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .91 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.9 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 5202187359 Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .91 ...
White Diamond, Platinum
An Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond line bracelet, alternately set with twenty two old brilliant-cut diamonds with approximate total weight of 2.2 carats and twenty two round pear...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Henry Kohn Sons Diamond Platinum Edwardian Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Edwardian brooch showcasing timeless elegance. The design features fine millgrain and open platinum lace work which is classic Edwardian design. It is encrusted with 4.5...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.40ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Edwardian solitaire ring features a 0.40 carat old cut diamond at its centre. The sparkling diamond has a colour of G and clarity of SI1 andis claw set into a boxy pla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Red Ruby Diamond Double Heart Vintage Style Crown Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage style sapphire and ruby double heart ring, set with oval shaped blue sapphire weighing .25 carats and ruby weighing .20 carats, both set to the center of round cut diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 2.00ct Old Cut Diamond Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
These beautiful diamond earrings were crafted by hand in France in the 1910s. At the bottom of each earring there is a 0.90 carat diamond, and a 0.10 carat diamond at the top. All th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique amethyst and gold muff chain
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian gold and amethyst longuard, designed as a station chain, in 14k. The necklace is composed as a fine double-strand gold chain, its delicate links lending an airy, almost...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Colombian emerald and diamond pendant, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond pendant. Set to centre with a rectangular step-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back rubover setting with a weight of 1.41 carats...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Filigree Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite diamond solitaire filigree ring is a breathtaking example of antique jewelry artistry, featuring an intricate, hand-crafted filigree setting that showcases the extraor...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9K Yellow Gold Cabochon Amethyst and Opal Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A glowing cabochon-cut amethyst at the center, set in a smooth bezel for a refined, vintage touch. Surrounding the rich purple stone, a halo of opal adds a fresh burst of color and n...
Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,400Sale Price|31% Off
Antique Edwardian Platinum Pin of Diamonds & Natural Pearl, c. 1907
Located in Aspen, CO
Edwardian pin with diamonds and a natural pearl, c 1907. With a frame of platinum and yellow gold (in the back), this is probably an American piece executed circa 1905 to 1910. It ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum
$11,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 2.68ct Old Euro Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Line 14k Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Twin 2.68ct Old Euro Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Line Gold & Platinum Antique BRACELET Dating back to the turn-of-the-20th-centur...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
8.50 Carat Total Weight Diamond Bow Brooch, Platinum, Vintage
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful and unique bow shaped brooch is from the Edwardian era and features delicate metal work accented by 8.50 carat total weight in round diamonds set in platinum. It has a...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Gold Crossover Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Edwardian Diamond and Pearl 'Toi et Moi' Bypass 14k Gold Ring. Securely Hand set in Silver with an Old European-cut Di...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian 1910s 9.00 Carat Old European Diamond Brooch with Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately 1.00 carat, smaller Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 8.00 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Silver Plated Gold Diamond Clip Pendant, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique piece, dating to the early 20th century, embodies timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Designed with versatility in mind, it can be worn as a clip ...
Diamond, Gold, Silver Plate
Edwardian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, French, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian 1.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This Edwardian trilogy ring features a stunning natural and unheated sapphire in its centre, flanked by a pair of old cut diamonds. The central ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.35ct Diamond Brooch, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This elegant Edwardian oval brooch is crafted in platinum with an 18 carat yellow gold back. At its heart lies a rub over set 0.20 carat old cut diamond, surrounded by eight 0.05 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Opal Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Navette Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a navette shaped opal cabochon measuring 5.0 x 15.0 mm White with spectral play-of-color - bead set with halo surround Platinum-topped and prong set with old European cut d...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum