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 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Seven Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian seven-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showc...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Rose Gold Stamped on Padlock Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning piece of Victorian elegance: a substantial 15ct rose gold curb link bracelet that exudes...
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald Cocktail Ring Black Enamel Diamond Shooting Star Gold Celestial Dome
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cocktail Ring Black Enamel Diamond Shooting Star Gold Celestial Dome Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN Emerald cocktail ring in 14k gold plated brass with black enamel by J Dauphin,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
C1860 Hand Carved Conch Shell Earrings of Tritons
Located in Baltimore, MD
Enchanting pale pink carved conch shell earrings depicting mirror image winged little tritons blowing triton shells. The fish scales, hair curls and the triton rolls are minutely and intricately carved. The tritons were probably carved in Italy and brought to England and with the addition of a single shepherd's hook, were made into earrings. There is a matching pink conch shell necklace...
18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold square Pearl & Sapphire Dormeuse sleeper Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute floral squared earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a wire to go through your earlobe and are decorated with flo...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby and Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pearl & Ruby Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Hallmarked Birmingham Crafted in solid 18ct gold, this ring features three pearls spaced evenly across the band, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold & Diamond Cross Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and diamond signet style ring. With an 18 karat gold head and 14 karat gold shank. Both with a slight rose hue. With a signet style head set with 7 small bezel...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring, Rose-Cut Diamond 0.40ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold solitaire ring set with a rose-cut diamond up to 0.40 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 3.5 - EU 14.5(45) Detailed description: The front of the ring is 7.9 mm wide and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14K Rose Gold & Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Victorian rose gold and lapis lazuli signet style ring. In 14 karat rose gold. With a bezel-set rectangular lapis lazuli cabochon. The shoulders with openwork and both the ...
Lapis Lazuli, Rose Gold
Vintage style Rose cut Diamond Gemstones Sterling silver Queen Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Floral Spray Brooch with Old European and Rose Cut Diamonds 19th Century
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking late 19th-century diamond floral spray brooch, acquired from Bonhams Paris, designed as a large naturalistic flower with cascading leafy sprays, curling stems and diamond-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Georgian Garnet Pendent / Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Georgian Garnet Flower Shape Locket 9ct Gold Circa 1820 Gold chain is sold separately. A radiant cluster of deep crimson garnets encircles a hidden secret—this antique p...
Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Seed Pearl Ring With Engraved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Garnet & Pearl Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 A radiant example of late Victorian sentimentality, this 15ct yellow gold ring features a captivating arrangement of de...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower pendant is a true masterpiece. The pe...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Diamond Opal Ruby and Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Acrostic rings became popular throughout the Victorian period. The Adore ring being one of the romantic gifts typically given in the earl...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Colombian Emerald & Old Mine Diamond Ring, 18K, France
Located in Northampton, MA
Sleek and classic, this hefty, substantial (9 grams) men's ring (although a woman could certainly wear it) features an incredible rich green GIA. certified F1 emerald from Colombia t...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Necklace and pendant with coral 14k yellow gold 12.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold clasp on a coral necklace with a gold centerpiece set with coral - 40 cm Detailed description The necklace with clasp is approximately 40 cm long. The centerpiece is 3.1 ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Hallmarked Birmingham 1890 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Victorian gypsy ring, a true embodiment of timeless eleg...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
9ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond, Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Victorian horseshoe pendant in 9ct yellow gold, set with thirteen rose-cut diamonds and...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Stamped, Victorian Large Floral Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately This stunning Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct gold, is a beautiful testament to the craftsmans...
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian five-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Gold Victorian Onyx, Diamond & Seed Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring Locket Back
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1860 This exquisite 15ct gold ring dates back to the early Victorian era and carries a deeply sentimental history as a mourning piece. T...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Black Diamond Heart Necklace Black Enamel Puffy Heart Pendant Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Heart Necklace Black Enamel Puffy Heart Pendant Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN Puffy heart pendant necklace in 14k gold plated brass, the dimensional heart finished in hand ...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage Floral Micro Mosaic in Malachite Gold Victorian Brooch Pin Estate Fine
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Victorian Handmade Floral Micro Mosaic in Malachite Gold Brooch. Featuring a Floral Micro Mosaic in Malachite Gem. Hand set in Hand-crafted 16K Yellow Gold ...
Malachite, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold and silver brooch set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.00ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 4.0 cm long by 2.6 cm wide weight...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Early Victorian Large Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 * The chain is sold separately Discover the exquisite beauty of this large oval, early Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct yellow...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian 4.18 Ct No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 1.70 Ct. Old Diamond Rare ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This antique early 20th Century is a dream to any lover of rare finds. Date 1920 circa, Italian origin. It has been hand created by a past master to make it stand perfectly on finger...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Moonstone Bracelet Black Enamel Bangle Gold Heart Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moonstone Heart Bracelet Black Enamel Diamond Bangle Gold As Above So Below Designer: J DAUPHIN The Moonstone Heart Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass and finished with...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian GIA 2.05 carat diamond 14k yellow gold east west engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dating to circa 1900, this Victorian ring is a rare example of the era's more playful design instincts, setting its 2.05 carat cushion brilliant cut diamond east-west across the fing...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Gold & Silver Branch Brooch with 2.00ct Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch with rose cut diamond up to 2.00 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.8 cm long and 3.4 cm wide Weight: 21....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Foiled blue paste drop earrings, Victorian, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A superb pair of antique, Victorian era, Foiled blue paste drop earrings. Gorgeous antique earrings that are absolutely sure to wow whatever the occasion, flashes of cool blue can b...
9k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster ring holds old mine cut diamonds set within the platinum setting. The central stone measures approx 50pts and is surrounded by a halo of smaller old mine cut di...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Essex Crystal Dog Brooch Pin, Circa 1890
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Victorian reverse intaglio pin depicting a dog (most likely a French Bulldog) standing on grass. This antique 18 karat solid gold brooch is adorned with an Essex cry...
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Marquise/Navette Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Step into the elegance of the Victorian era with this stunning marquise-shaped ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold. At its h...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Domed Cocktail Ring White Enamel Black Diamond Star J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Star Cocktail Ring White Enamel 14K Gold Celestial J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN A bold celestial cocktail ring handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass with an enhanced...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct This antique ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) and set with genuine Opal and diamonds. This pi...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Victorian 15 Carat Gold and Rose Cut Diamond Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring holds nine diamonds. The rose cut diamonds measure approx 2pts each. Modelled in 18 carat gold and fully hallmarked Birmingham 1892. Ring Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Band Widt...
Diamond, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1889 Makers Mark L B Lovely, Victorian gypsy style ring. Set with natural diamonds in a floral formation & with pretty, ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.35ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.35 ct, F/G, SI Detailed description: The pendant measures 2.0 cm high and 1.2 cm wide. Total weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Irish Sacred Heart Association bronze medallion
Located in NEWARK, GB
A wonderful and rare antique Irish Sacred Heart Association bronze medallion. A very scarce find this solid bronze medal is a lozenge shape, quite heavy featuring a flaming heart on...
Bronze
Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Filled Bangle Bracelet Circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL GOLD FILLED AND RUBY PASTE BANGLE BRACELET. The bangle bracelet has museum quality Etruscan hand applied bead and filigree accen...
Gold-filled
Victorian brooch with old mine and rose cut diamond up to 5.70ct 14k gold silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch set with old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds, up to 5.70 ct - H/H - SI - size 14.5 x 14.5 x 1.5 cm. 8.4 cm x 5.4 cm Detailed description: Th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$162Sale Price|20% Off
Antique North Star brooch, sterling silver and paste
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique paste star brooch. A beautiful piece crafted in sterling silver with an aged patina, it depicts the North Star, loved by the Victorians for it's symbolism of hope...
Sterling Silver
$350Sale Price / item|50% Off
French Victorian Style Multi Gem and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical 3.1 carats dragonfly brooch pendant is crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing an elegant interplay of vibrant gemstones and intricate pavé detailing. Featuring rou...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Almandine Garnet & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Almandine Garnet Ring 15ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 Absolutely Stunning, Victorian Ring. Set with Gorgeous Almandine Garnets & Diamonds. The Detailing is Just Fa...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15t Yellow Gold Victorian Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 This large, oval, faceted Amethyst Victorian pendant is a true beauty. The Amethyst is framed in 15ct yellow gold, which ...
Amethyst, Moonstone, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with 14k gold and silver pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30ct - F/G - SI - 44 cm long Detailed description: necklace is 44 cm long and 1.0 mm wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN earrings with rose cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.50ct – G/H – SI – 13.2 grams detailed description: dimensions of the earring are 4.0 cm long by 1.2 cm wid...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Belcher Link Orb Albertina Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Elevate your accessory collection with this exquisite 9ct gold Victorian Albertina bracelet, a true testament to timeless elegance. This...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Gold Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure to behold. Made of 15ct yellow gold, it exudes an air of luxury and elega...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Black Onyx Panel Micro Mosaic Spaniel Dog Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This Victorian era micromosaic brooch captures a spaniel dog in mid leap, rendered in hundreds of tiny colored glass tesserae set against a polished black onyx ground. The onyx panel, rectangular and richly black, holds the micromosaic scene within a twisted 14K yellow gold wire frame, a decorative detail typical of the period's taste for textured, sculptural metalwork. Micromosaic work of this caliber was painstaking to produce, with each tessera individually placed to build the dog's fur, the curve of its back, and the grassy ground beneath its paws. The gold has been tested via acid test and confirmed as 14K, a detail collectors of Victorian era jewelry will appreciate given the absence of a visible hallmark. The brooch measures 1.0 by 1.375 inches (25.4 by 34.9mm) overall and weighs 12.1 grams, with the onyx panel itself measuring 31.71 by 24.53 by 4.36mm. Fine examples of Victorian era micromosaic brooches of this caliber have sold in the range of $2,000 to $10,000, reflecting the level of craftsmanship and steady collector demand for this type of miniature mosaic art. Micromosaic brooches like this one were popular souvenirs and keepsakes of the Victorian era, prized for their miniature artistry and often given as tokens of affection or remembrance. This piece would suit a collector of Victorian era jewelry, a lover of micromosaic artistry, or anyone drawn to antique dog themed jewelry...
Onyx, 14k Gold
18ct Gold, Victorian ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold hallmarked Chester Engraved inside band 1848 Makers Mark J H Introducing this beautiful 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epito...
Ruby, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Book Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 5.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Book Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Gold with skillfully engraved decors of on both hinged sides and on the parts of intricate lock that keeps the sides securely closed. The ...
18k Gold
18K gold 1893 Chalice & host charm, rare Antique Catholic - Souvenir communion
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are delighted to introduce this lovely 18 karat yellow gold patina medal featuring a chalice, which is a cup often use for drinking during a religious ceremony. A host marked with...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1880 Victorian Three Headed Stacking Snake Ring w Diamond Eyes
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare and unusual three headed snake ring with 3 derpy heads languidly resting on one another. Each snake head has a matched set of diamond eyes crea...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Gold Plated 5.00 Carat Pavé Set Cabochon Cut Turquoise Dome Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian dome ring crafted in base metal. The piece is gold plated and features 29 pavé set cabochon cut turquoises of different shades (TW 5.00ct). Circa 1890. Weight: 6...
Turquoise, Gold Plate
Antique Victorian 14K Gold & Enamel Shell Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Victorian gold and enamel earrings. In 14 karat yellow gold. In a stylized shell form. Each with turquoise and white enamel decoration. Each with a gold ea...
14k Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby And Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This timeless piece features a vibrant oval-cut ruby as its centerpiece, framed by a shimmering halo of round-cut diamonds. Crafted in polished 14K yellow gold (hallmarked "585"), th...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail Pink gold Eduardian ring with coral 4.9 grams 10k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Red ring set with coral - ring size US 8 - EU 18.25 (58) detailed description: The top of the ring is 2.1 cm wide by 1.1 cm high weight: 4.9 grams ring size US 8 - EU 18.25 (58),...
Coral, 10k Gold
Marina J. Intricate Draped Seed Pearl Woven Choker with Adjustable Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Bridal Choker by Marina J. Jewelry. This piece is made with all Pearls intricately woven together into a lace like design. Woven with a slight Graduation, this Choker natur...
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
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.