Late Victorian Jewelry
LATE VICTORIAN STYLE
Also called Aesthetic period jewelry, historians have determined that antique late Victorian jewelry and watches are representative of an era that lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque.
Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her emotions were reflected in her fashion and in what we now call Victorian jewelry. By about 1880, Queen Victoria and her constituents were ready to look to the future. The dark skies were parting and fashion was changing. There was also a major shift in industry.
While in the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign the focus was on manufacturing, toward the later years there was a renewed interest and appreciation of the handmade. The late Victorian period (1880–1901) was referred to as the Aesthetic period and coincided with these changing tastes.
The Aesthetic Movement, concerned with “art for art’s sake,” began in Britain around the 1870s and became recognized by designers and artists worldwide, eventually resulting in the Arts and Crafts movement (1880s–1920s).
Stylistically, jewelry of this time period did not resemble its earlier Victorian counterparts, in fact it was in complete opposition to what preceded it. Gone were the mourning jewelry, heavy brooches and large necklaces. Late Victorian-era jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty. Women still layered pieces, though, and favored smaller scatter pins. Jewelry also became an evening accessory and not so visible during the day.
Women were starting to actively participate in sporting events (socially, of course, not professionally), so athletic motifs showed up on their accessories. Lockets and heart pendants remained popular, but the REGARD or DEAREST rings of the early Victorian period were replaced by Mizpah pieces, which means “the Lord watches over me” in Hebrew. These items were exchanged between two people to symbolize a close bond.
Diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the Aesthetics movement felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
The Brits still looked to their monarchs to dictate the latest trends. Queen Victoria’s daughter-in-law Alexandra famously wore a dog-collar necklace, also known as a collier de chien, made up of multiple strands of pearls, to hide a scar. This style of necklace quickly rose to prominence. Toward the end of the 19th century, solitaire rings were also becoming fashionable thanks to Tiffany & Co.’s advent of the six-prong diamond setting in 1886. Platinum was starting to be used in jewelry production as well. Edwardian and, afterward, Art Deco engagement rings that followed in the wake of Queen Victoria’s death in 1901 would be characterized by complex geometric designs and platinum settings.
Women were the biggest influences on jewelry. They joined the workforce, fought for their independence and overall began to lead a much more active lifestyle. Jewelry had to become comfortable and serve multiple purposes. While in the United States, the Gibson Girls lifestyle was emulated by young women, and starlets became trendsetters.
Finally, the international expositions made the world seem like a much smaller place and jewelry from North Africa and India captured people’s attention, appealing to those who already favored Revival jewelry from the Etruscans to the Romans.
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Style: Late Victorian
FRENCH 1900 Circus Monkeys Brooch In 14-18Kt Gold & Silver Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
French circus monkey’s brooch in the manner of Bernard Zweig.
This is an antique Circus Monkeys brooch made in France around 1900. This brooch is unique...
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Early 1900s French Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
English Antique Early 20th Century Gold and Multi-Gemstone Three-Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique early 20th century gold and multi-gem three-row harem ring, each row set with three stones comprising diamonds and sapphire, diamonds and ruby, and all diamonds, in 18k. H...
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Early 1900s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian 20.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chunky 18ct white gold diamond line bracelet crafted during the later stages of the Victorian era. This antique piece features 29 round faceted old mine cut diamonds; ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 1898 two opal hearts, 'toi et moi' / 'you and me', ring
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Two opal hearts belonging togheter, spaced by three tiny pearls. Beyond sweet and romantic! Made in Sweden, Malmö by G Dahlgren & Co, 1898.
Ring size 6.5 us / 17 / 53.1 mm
Gross we...
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1890s Swedish Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Lady Portrait Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Discover timeless elegance with our Victorian Lady Portrait Earrings.
Crafted in 14K yellow gold and weighing 12.03g,
these earrings feature ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Enameled 14k Gold Brooch With Emerald and Diamond
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This beautiful and well preserved antique brooch dates back to circa 1890's. It features emeralds & diamonds and is decorated with blue enameling. The enameling on this piece is inta...
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Late 19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Austro Hungarian Empire 14k Rose Cut Diamond Day to Night Earrings
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
These beautiful earrings date back to the late 19th century, created during the Austro Hungarian empire. Hallmarks tell us these rare and charming, antique rose-cut diamond earrings ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Portuguese Order of Christ 19k Gold & Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Up for sale is an antique (19th century) Portuguese gold cross. The cross is a representation of the order of christ, which was knightly order fo...
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Late Victorian 15K Gold Sapphire and Seed Pearl Necklace.
Located in San Francisco, CA
What a gorgeous antique! Late Victorian, can be worn as a necklace or brooch, nice big Sapphire center - what's not to LOVE. Crafted in 15K Gold, the design features open work with l...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Three-Stone Diamond Triple Snake Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chic and stylish triple snake ring. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct gold with three serpents facing alternating h...
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Late 18th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Snake Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds and Sapphire Head in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Snake with Sapphires and Diamonds Bangle Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold
This remarkable bangle bracelet from the 1950s is a true statement piece, blending elegance and bold desig...
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1950s Vintage Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold 0.78tgw Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian ruby, diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising four round cut rubies, and eight old European cut diamonds, set in 14 karat yellow gold, to an 14 karat yellow gold band.
...
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Late 19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9 Carat Rose Gold Graduated Albert Chain With Two 'Dog' Clasps
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous graduated Albert chain is new to our collection, and its unusual length - at approximately 22 inches including the original clasps - makes this an incredibly rare antiq...
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9K Gold Blue Enamel Pendant Necklace Locket with Seed Pearls c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid late Victorian/early Edwardian blue enamel pendant necklace made c.1900 in 9ct solid gold.
Striking and distinguished from contemporary pieces, this pendant necklace features a wonderful blue enamel guilloche design in the centre with a fine engine-turned pattern underneath.
The blue enamel has a gorgeous hue which is elegant in the shadows, yet presents more vibrancy when exposed to sunlight with its glossy surface.
In addition to its rich enamelling, the centre is embellished with a cluster of seed pearls as if to form a flower. A wonderful accent and touch to the overall piece making it a lovely and distinguished piece of antique jewellery.
The reverse side presents a locket with a glass panel in which a photo of a loved one may be placed within.
Rich in colour, craftsmanship and intricacy, this necklace might just be the perfect piece for the discerning antique jewellery lover. Ideal both as a collectible and versatile piece of jewellery to wear as a standalone piece or amongst other jewellery.
A spectacular gift for someone special or for yourself - Pearls are known to be the birthstone for June.
The pendant locket is marked 9ct on the reverse side.
All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift...
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Early 1900s Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Bow Necklace with Split Pearls in 15K Yellow Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous, one of kind, Victorian Necklace with Split Pearls in 15K Yellow Gold is just so special. Wonderful detailed with articulated arms and the dangling medallion. There are a to...
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1870s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Reverse Painted Essex Crystal Link Bracelet Showing Hunting Scenes
Located in Princeton, NJ
This is a breathtakingly beautiful, and today highly rare, reverse painted Essex crystal bracelet. One link depicts a compassionately rendered p...
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cabochon Ring - 1.85
Located in San Francisco, CA
I LOVE the Cabochon Cut, so I find this Late Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Cabochon Ring just stunning. Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, the ring features a sapphire center, a diamond ha...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Antique Oversized Opal & Diamond "Crecent" Brooch in 15K circa 1900
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An unusually large antique "Crescent Moon" motif brooch. Wow! To most antique jewelry lovers this brooch is exceptional. Made in the United Kingdom circa 1900, it is handmade in 15k ...
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Etched and Engraved Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Gold Filled Etched Bangle from the late 19th Century. Hollow construction with etched and engraved patterns around a central cartouche with initial (E or Y?). Nice p...
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1870s American Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique, Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous antique ring boasts an oval cabochon turquoise measuring approximately 8.80 x 7.10 x 4.96 mm, surrounded by 14 single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.70 carat tot...
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Late 19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Gold Painting on Crystal, Essex Crystal, Cufflinks
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique gold painting under rock crystal, these finely painted dogs brimming with personality was made circa 1890. In both yellow and rose gold, notice the dog bone on the other si...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9ct Yellow Gold
delightful sapphire and pearl bangle, so sweet!
The item co...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique Colombian Emerald, Diamond and Gold Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique Columbian emerald and diamond cluster earrings, set with rectangular scissor-cut Columbian emeralds, weighing approximately 1.50ct each, in gold, pinched, star shap...
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1870s British Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Antique Diamond, Pearl and Blue Enamel 9ct Gold Pendant Necklace - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid late Victorian/early Edwardian blue enamel pendant necklace made c.1900 in 9ct solid gold.
Strik...
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Early 1900s Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique 18K Buckle Ring Hallmarked 1915
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K Victorian buckle ring is hallmarked for the Chester guild and made in the year 1915. We can determine that accurately because of the clear set of hallmarks on our polished an...
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Emerald, Diamond and Gold Bracelet, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and emerald bracelet, with an old-cut diamond in the centre surrounded by five step-cut emeralds, in the middle of a gold motif, with a pear shape emerald on each sh...
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1880s Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Late Victorian Sterling Silver and 12K Gold Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This is a stunning late Victorian era 12k gold and sterling silver diamond pendant brooch. This piece has an eye-catching, fanciful design that incorporates diamonds of different siz...
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1890s Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver
Old Mine Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and exquisite diamond ring showcasing a bold design that embodies timeless sophistication.
The classic piece is masterfully crafted from 18 carat yellow gold, o...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Buckle Ring hallmarked for 1910
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K late Victorian buckle ring is hallmarked Chester (for the Chester guild in England) for the year 1910. This means we can identify the ring is being made in exactly that year....
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Rare Ottoman Pendant Without Chain - 3.80g 14k Gold with 0.80ct Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
- It's a rare Ottoman pendant with historical significance, featuring intricate craftsmanship.
- The pendant is made of 14k gold and is adorned with 0....
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Enamel Navette and Gold Chain Station Necklace, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and gold navette station necklace, with a navette shaped pendant locket, painted with cherubs, amongst a classic scene, of a pedestal, urn, flowers and foliage, on ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Green Beryl & 14 Karat Satin Gold Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
This antique style piece can be worn as a pin or pendant. Made of fourteen karat (14K) satin yellow gold, with a vintage look and style. The vivid green beryl doublets give a rich, c...
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Late 20th Century American Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cameo of the Last Supper Engraved Brooch and Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful cameo brooch/ pendant depicts the Last Supper in great detail. A true cameo is a miniature sculpture in relief, carved from a single shell. Travelers touring Europe he...
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Early 1800s American Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Round Cluster Antique Brooch
Located in London, GB
A remarkable Victorian brooch ready to enchant a true jewellery lover with its striking brilliance and timeless beauty.
The magnificent brooch features a captivating circular floral motif, intricately adorned with an array of old cut diamonds, estimated to weight approximately 2.60ct combined, that glisten wonderfully with every movement. Each diamond is artfully embedded within the finely detailed open-work silver on 18 carat yellow gold layered frame...
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1910s Vintage Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Seed Pearl Sunburst Diamond Earrings
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
14kt. Yellow Gold Victorian Style Seed Pearl and Diamond Sunburst Earrings. These earrings have screw backs on the back.
The two Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds in the center of the sunburst weigh a total of approximately 0.25 ct. They are 1" in diameter. There are a few pearls missing, but natural seed pearls will be replaced before the earrings are shipped.
I believe these are reproductions of Victorian sunburst jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
0.84 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classic 18ct yellow gold antique diamond gypsy ring. A single round faceted transitional cut diamond has been rub-over set at...
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20th Century Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Button Shaped Brooch Set with 4 Diamonds, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Victorian 18ct Gold Button Shaped Brooch set with 4 Diamonds, Circa 1880.
The diamonds are set in a club formation like on a playing card.
The gold is of a heavy gauge with an extra...
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1880s British Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow & White Gold Diamond Ring Size 6 #18668
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow & White Gold Diamond Ring Size 6
This beautiful ring features a 14K yellow gold band with a sparkling old mine cut diamond set in 14K white gold prongs!
Approximat...
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20th Century Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Drop Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning drop brooch come pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct gold with an open curvaceous frame adopting a foli...
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19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Double Crescent Moon c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid late Victorian/early Edwardian double crescent pendant necklace made c.1900 in 14ct solid gold.
Celestial, classical and captivating, this n...
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Early 1900s Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Spinel and Diamond Navette Ring in 10 Karat Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
This beautiful Antique Victorian Navette Ring features spinel and diamond set in 10 karat gold. The navette-shaped design is adorned with vibrant red spinels surrounded by a halo of ...
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1860s Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Ruby Diamond Five Stone Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Ruby Diamond five stone yellow gold band ring.
The Estate Ruby Diamond Five Stone Yellow Gold Band Ring represents a harmonious blend of aesthetics and craftsmanship, embodyi...
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20th Century Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Five-Stone Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning five-stone pearl and diamond ring dating back to later stages of the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold and fe...
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Late 19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Watch Chain Link Necklace in Yellow and Rose Gold Engraved
Located in Berkeley, CA
Transforming you to a different place and time this stunning necklace is both regal and substantial. A gorgeous Late Victorian necklace made with both 9K Yellow Gold and 18K Yellow G...
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1860s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with garnet and diamonds 14 bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ring set with rubies and rose cut diamonds 1.60 ct F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5(55)
Detailed description
The top of the ring is 2.6 cm wide and 5.3 ...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Friedrich Köchli Pearl and Diamond Clover Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous clover brooch by leading Swiss born Russian court jeweller, Friedrich Köchli. While little is known today, he can be counted...
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19th Century Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Amethyst & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Carved Open Work Navette Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful cluster ring is a true testament to antique charm and intricate craftsmanship.
The rings' focal point is an arrangement of 3 horizontally set rich purple amethysts, w...
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1890s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Bloodstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rectangular-shaped bloodstone tablet
Opaque bluish green with bright red mottling
Measuring 12.0 x 17.0 mm - flush set
With a gold frame surround
Flanked by rounded shou...
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Early 1900s Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Pansy Locket
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian Gold Filled Pansy Locket from the 19th Century. Figural form gilt pansy with clear and purple paste decoration. 2 frames within...
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1880s American Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Six Point Star Brooch, With Rays, c 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique, diamond star brooch, with a raised, old-cut diamond, in a cut down setting, in the centre of a six pointed silver snowflake, with an air gap, surrounded by six points, set with three rose-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with superimposed old-cut diamonds, in cut down settings, with single diamond rays, in cut down settings, on gold knife edge stalks, between the points of the star, set in silver-upon-gold, with an approximate total diamond weight of 1.50 carats, with a later pin and roller catch fitting, European, circa 1890.
In Victorian symbolism stars represented direction, wisdom and guidance for the spirit. This was inspired by sailors of previous eras who used stars in the night sky as navigation aids. Stars have been popular motifs since the 17th century, with women of the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras adding diamond starbursts to their collections. The appearance of Halley’s Comet, in 1758 and again in 1835, lead to a fashion for star and comet jewellery...
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1890s European Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond Old Cut Gemstone Insect Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Addison, TX
This enchanting brooch showcases a beautifully detailed insect design, crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with a dazzling array of gemstones. Vibrant sapphires, rich emeralds, an...
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 3.50 Carats
Located in London, GB
An antique crescent moon brooch, the body is set with a row of old-cut diamonds, graduating in size, tapering to rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamonds, set between on the outer e...
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1890s British Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Antique Hand Carved Cameo Brooch of Dionysus 9ct Yellow Gold C1890s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
This is a beautifully carved cameo brooch.
It is carved from the conch shell and displays very fine detail as you can see in the photos. The head is of the Greek God ‘Dionysus’ who was the son of Zeus and Semele. Semele was the daughter of the King of Thebes. Dionysus was the God of fruitfulness, vegetation, wine and ecstasy, hence he has been carved with grapes and leaves in his hair. This depiction is the side view of a very handsome, young man.
The piece is late Victorian (C1890s) and measures approximately 4.2mm x 3.5mm. The setting tests 9ct gold (unmarked) and there is a faint signature on the back of the cameo that looks like is says ‘Sily’. Antique cameos are becoming more and more expensive and this is a fine example of the Victorian love...
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1890s Italian Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.50 carat.
The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing)
We can ma...
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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Emerald and Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring, 1896
Located in London, GB
Introducing a truly exceptional antique five-stone ring, dating to 1896, that showcases the enduring beauty of emeralds and diamonds, set in warm 18 carat yellow gold.
The ring fea...
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1890s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A late Victorian sapphire, emerald & diamond ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian sapphire, emerald and diamond cross-over ring, the two clusters centred with a sapphire weighing 0.36ct and an emerald weighing 0.22ct, each within a cluster of old-...
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
A late Victorian diamond-set duck stick pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set duck stick pin, the polychrome enamelled head with a cabochon ruby-set eye, the body set with fifteen small rose-cut diamonds, all mounted in silver and ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Twelve Point Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 11.26
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond star brooch, with twelve points, set with old-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of 11.26 carats, with a cushion shaped old-cut diamond, in the centre, weighing approximately 1.90 carats, in a cut down settings, with a surrounding cluster of six, old-cut diamonds, in half rub over, half cut down settings, with the longer points, starting between the six diamonds, set with five graduating old-cut diamonds and a rose-cut diamond and the shorter points starting from the middle of the six diamonds are each set with two graduating old-cut diamonds and a rose-cut diamond, in grain settings, mounted in silver-upon-gold, with a removable pin, with roller catch and a shepherd's hook pendant fitting, on the back, circa 1880.
In Victorian symbolism stars represented direction, wisdom and guidance for the spirit. This was inspired by sailors of previous eras who used stars in the night sky as navigation aids. Stars have been popular motifs since the 17th century, with women of the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras adding diamond starbursts to their collections. The appearance of Halley’s Comet, in 1758 and again in 1835, lead to a fashion for star and comet jewellery...
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1880s English Antique Late Victorian Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
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