The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, 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 era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
Antique Victorian Silver Topped Yellow Gold 1.10ctw Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Victorian ring combines warm yellow gold with a silver-topped setting, centered by an elongated marquise-shaped rose cut diamond. The center stone is surrounded by an ir...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
$799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant with Diamond, 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Capture the elegance of the Victorian and Art Deco eras with this exquisite Antique Shell Cameo Habillé Brooch/Pendant. Hand-carved from genuine natural shell, likely carnelian, this...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18KT Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Demi Parure, Circa 1860
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare find An antique pearl and diamond demi parure, 19th century 1860 circa, in yellow gold, comprising a necklace and brooch that can turn into a pendant to wear alone with a chain...
Pearl, 18k Gold
A Victorian amethyst rivière necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian amethyst riviere necklace, the twenty-two oval-shaped faceted amethysts graduating in size from the centre, the largest measuring...
Amethyst, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Coral Cluster Brooch with Articulated Drops
Located in New York, NY
A striking late Victorian coral brooch, dating to circa 1880–1900, designed as an exuberant cluster of polished coral cabochons in graduating si...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Eyes Gold Wrap Cocktail
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Eyes Gold Wrap Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver, coiling around the finger in a wrap ba...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 15ct Gold Ring 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with Rubies, Diamonds & Seed Pearls. UK Size M 1/2 US...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Etruscan Revival Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A STUNNING ANTIQUE SIBERIAN AMETHYST VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE WITH THREE PEAR SHAPE SIBERIAN AMETHYST DROPS, A PEARL AND EXQUISITE BEADED ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Amazing Victorian Bohemian garnet bracelet encrusted in lovely deep red garnets. Nice round sparkly bangle bracelet with a lovely red...
Garnet, Silver
Victorian 1890s Gold Filled Tassel Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous gold filled tassel necklace from the 1890s Victorian era is very special. The circle and bar chain is very unique in todays world as it is less common for todays time p...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
French Victorian Revival Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian revivalist link bracelet of bronze plate with sugar loaf cabochons of faux imperial jade of varying shapes. 1930's France. Marked Made in France. Excellent Conditi...
Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 2.90 Carat Burmese Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous cluster ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece focally features a prominent cushion-cut sapphire of Burmese origin possessing a natural ...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 18K Swiss Minute Repeater Hunter Case Pocket Watch by William Schochlin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This antique 55mm hunters case 18K gold minute repeater pocket watch, was crafted by venerated Swiss watchmaker, William Schochlin during the late 1800's. The high grade and entirely...
18k Gold
Antique French Ch. Fontana & Cie Diamond Tiara Necklace Silver Upon Gold, c 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, by Ch. Fontana & Cie, with the front section comprising a fringe of graduating pendants, linked at the top with rose-cut diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pearl and Tourmaline 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 15ct gold band holds four pearls and two pink tourmaline stones. The shoulders has intricate detail. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1863. Ring Size: O or 7 1/4 Face Width...
Tourmaline, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
$3,300 / set
1880s Victorian Tri Color Gold Dangling Earrings
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1880s Victorian Tri Color Gold Dangling Earrings. These Victorian Tri-Color Gold Dangling Earrings were made in the 1880s. The Victorian jewelers were pretty eclectic. Look how won...
Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
White Enamel Cuff Ruby Heart Bracelet Truth Faith Letter Word Bracelet
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Enamel Cuff Ruby Heart Bracelet Truth Faith Letter Word Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN The Truth Faith Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass. A heart sits at the f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique Victorian Jet Locket With Natural Seed Pearls, 14k and Enamel Detailing
Located in New York, NY
A Antique Victorian Locket made up of 17 carved jet links connected by yellow gold rings. The center shield design drop is set with 15 natural seed pearls and a clasp set with enamel...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 17.92 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Behold the opulent Victorian 17.92 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire Dangle Earrings—an artistic symphony of precious gems and intricate design that commands attention ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Ster...
Vintage cocktail 18k Rose Gold Snake Ring, 6.30ct Old European Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A unique vintage 18k rose gold cocktail snake ring set with 21 old European cut diamonds. A true statement piece for the finger! The head of the snake is decorated with an old Europe...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$440Sale Price|20% Off
C. 1900 Masonic Royal Arch Keystone Watch Fob Pendant in White Chalcedony
Located in Honolulu, HI
An exceptional and highly collectible early 20th-century antique Masonic Royal Arch Chapter watch fob, now perfectly suited as a pendant, circa 1900...
Chalcedony, Gold Plate
Antique 5.32 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite pair of diamond drop earrings. Crafted from a harmonious blend of 18ct yellow gold and silver, these antique earrings showcases a stunning design. Each earr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Snake Cocktail Ring Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Gold Serpent
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Cocktail Ring Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Gold Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Cocktail Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver, worked as a double headed se...
Ruby, Emerald, Aquamarine, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Scottish Sterling Thistle Kilt Pin, Ward Bros. from Glasgow c1949
Located in valatie, NY
Scottish Sterling Silver Thistle Kilt Pin by Ward Bros. from Glasgow 1949, with faux topaz. The "WBs" inside a diamond-shaped shield is the maker's mark for Ward Brothers. Their mark...
Sterling Silver
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Layered Halo Design Ruby Emerald and Blue Sapphire Victorian Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This striking 925 sterling silver pendant features a classic, layered halo design centered around a vibrant oval cut glass filled ruby, beautifully framed by alternating rows of natu...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Moonstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Neoclassical Intaglio Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an elongated oval shaped moonstone cabochon measuring 24.0 x 15.0 mm Translucent colorless body with vivid blue adularescence and carved intaglio Depicting a Neoclassical w...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dome Cabuchon Aquamarine Cocktail Ring White Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dome Cabuchon Aquamarine Cocktail Ring White Enamel This 14k gold plated brass cocktail ring features a majestic oval aquamarine cabochon, precisely cut to highlight its natural cl...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Antique Victorian Pave Garnet Hinged Bangle Bracelet in Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
An antique bracelet decorated with pave garnets. The garnets on the face are open back and set in sterling silver, aligned in a decorative pattern, while the gemstones around the ban...
Garnet, Sterling Silver
$7,400Sale Price|27% Off
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Enamel& Pearl Wedding Bracelets
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous set of 14k yellow gold wedding bracelets comes from the Victorian era and feature akoya pearls with beautiful enamel detailing. The top of the bracelet contains 4 akoya...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Fancy 7 Inch Bracelet, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Bracelet 9ct Gold Circa 1880 A beautiful Victorian bracelet crafted in yellow gold, composed of tightly interlocking faceted links with a uniform, geometric profile...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Moonstone and Diamond Ring of Platinum Topped 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant antique ring centered with an orthoclase moonstone, encircled by a delicate halo of rose cut diamonds, offering a soft and luminous interplay of light. The moonstone displ...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring This Antique Ruby and Diamond Boat Ring, crafted circa early 1900s, features vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds se...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Natural Pinkish-Red Spinel and Diamond Cluster Ring 1880-1890
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A superb late Victorian spinel and diamond cluster ring, centered with a richly hued oval-cut pinkish red spinel above 2 carats (8.74X6,45X4,20)mm), of striking brilliance and dep...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Glass Chatelaine Scent Bottle
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful antique Victorian scent bottle crafted from clear glass with a sterling silver hinged lid. The bottle retains its original tiny glass stopper, which reveals cotton wool i...
Sterling Silver
Victorian rose cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting Victorian engagement ring is a beautifully distinctive jewel from the 1900’s, centered by a rose cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat. Graded I-J color and S...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant Necklace Sun Motif
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE DIAMOND PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT IN WARM 10 - 14 KARAT GOLD WITH A GORGEOUS OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND IN THE CENTER AND A FABULOUS ENGRAVED SU...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Moonstone and Diamond Ring of Platinum Topped 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant antique ring centered with an orthoclase moonstone, encircled by a delicate halo of rose cut diamonds, offering a soft and luminous interplay of light. The moonstone displ...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Emerald Cut Emerald & Seed Pearl Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold
Located in valatie, NY
Antique Victorian Emerald Cut Emerald & Seed Pearl Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold. A very beautiful example of a Period Victorian ring from the late 19th c. This charming Victorian cluster...
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful five-stone diamond ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and features three large round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Agate Snake Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 9k, Scotland. Often set with specimens of interesting local stones, jewelry of this type was created for the tourist trade primarily in Scotland. This bracelet is a "fin...
Agate, 10k Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Reverse-Printed Crystal Dog Portrait Cufflinks, Circa 1890
Located in Northampton, MA
Carved crystal cabochons are painted on the reverse to portray two little black and white terriers. Perhaps the only thing more wonderful in the world than a pair of carved crystal c...
Crystal
Victorian 18kt Bicolored Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet, 1870s, UK
Located in Firenze, IT
The hollow, hinged bangle with handcrafted floral design; weighing approximately: 22,37 gram; Wide 1,1cm Size: 6,1cm.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Victorian necklace with coral beads necklace 40 cm long 84.9 grams 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clasp set with a coral on a 9-strand coral bead necklace – 84.9 grams – 40 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 40 cm long and 2.1 cm wide. The clasp measu...
Coral, 14k Gold
Larter & Sons Victorian Bloodstone 14K Gold Antique Egyptian Revival Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped bloodstone tablet measuring 16.0 x 13.5 mm Bloodstone is opaque bluish-green with strong orangey-red mottling Set in an ornate bezel with geometric chevron...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Bow Neck Collar Necklace Choker Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Bow Neck Collar Necklace Choker Gold Plated Designer: J Dauphin The Triple Bow Neck Bangle by J Dauphin is a sculptural open choker handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, fe...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Charming Enamel and Seed Pearl Malard Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Enamel and Seed Pearl Malard Brooch from the late 19th Century. Beautifully detailed with enamel and seed pearls. Wonderfully realistic foliage with cat tails. Central belly...
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket
Located in Venice, CA
This heart-shape Victorian sterling silver locket is encrusted with pave turquoise cabochons that fill its entire front surface, as well as its bail. The turquoise are securely bead ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant #19797
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant This beautiful cameo piece was crafted from 14K yellow gold and doubles as a brooch and a pendant! Size: 52.50mm X 42.70mm X 9.94mm Weigh...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant in the form of a flower set with a gorgeous Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center with pearl set petals and leaves. The jewels set ...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold
Belle Epoque Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with a stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sparkling old mine cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Serpent Choker Sterling Silver Pendant Ruby Tanzanite Gold Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serpent Choker Sterling Silver Pendant Ruby Tanzanite Gold Chain Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Choker is handcrafted with a silver serpent pendant set with five rubies and two tanz...
Ruby, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
18K French solid gold watch chain - unique Antique Necklace - 14.96 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links an antique dog clip and a lovely ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Diamond 5 Stone Carved Half Hoop Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmark Birmingham 1900 A classic five-stone ring in rich 18ct yellow gold, set with a graduated row of old-cut diamonds in open ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
31.40 Carat Old European and Old Mine cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in silver on top of 18k gold with a center Old European cut Diamond weighing 2.12 carats and graduating Old Mine and Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of 29.2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Lucky Horseshoe Cuff with Sapphire, Black Diamond Star Bangle
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lucky Horseshoe Cuff with Sapphire, Black Diamond Star Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN Lucky horseshoe cuff bracelet in gold plated brass with hand painted white enamel, the word LUCKY r...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Peridot Pink Tourmaline Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful and romantic, this Peridot Lavaliere Pendant in 9K yellow gold showcases luminous peridot accented by pink tourmaline, pearls, and sparkling diamonds. Its elegant openwork s...
Tourmaline, Peridot, Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian No Heat Burma Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Gold Band Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of alternating pattern of prong set cushion cut rubies and old mine cut diamonds Rubies weigh approximately 1.13 carats total - transparent medium purplish red Natural Burm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 61.4 inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this rare 18 karat solid yellow gold Sautoire necklace that can be worn as a single, double or triple strand thanks to its incredible length. This elegant necklace consis...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Snake Ring of 18k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A captivating antique snake ring from the late Victorian era (circa 1880–1900), featuring a beautifully sculpted knotted serpent in solid 18k gold, its head set with two ruby eyes. S...
Ruby, 18k Gold
1stDibs offers a range of J.E. Caldwell's jewelry and watches. Each of these unique items has been designed with extraordinary care, often using yellow gold. This collection includes 1 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by and . Prices for J.E. Caldwell & Co. jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at $600 and tops out at $600, while pieces like these can sell for $600 on average.