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 French 18k Gold Victorian marquise Ring – Three Stone jewel with a rare
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique rose gold ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous marquise ring is made in 18 karat solid rose gold and decorated with many li...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A Victorian sapphire and diamond carved half hoop bangle. This piece is a Victorian-era sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet, and it’s a stunning example of the fine craftsmanship ty...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Pink Tourmaline and Seed Pearl Navette Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Victorian Pink Tourmaline and Seed Pearl Navette Ring in 9K Yellow Gold A charming Victorian-era ring crafted in 9K yellow gold and designed in an elegant elongated navette shape. I...
Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Crest Ring Signet Skull White Diamond Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Ring White Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver. The round signet face carries a finely modelled skull...
White Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Vintage Old Mine Cut Diamond Drop Earrings Silver/Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1950's. Beautiful drop earrings with chunky high crown old mine cut diamonds. The diamonds are lively and sparkly. The white colored parts of the earrings are silver while the ...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Solitaire ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond solitaire ring. Set with a single oval old mine diamond in an open back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 2.15 carats, to a solitaire design featuring ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 1887 Ladies Pocket Silver Watch
Located in New York, NY
This finely crafted antique pocket watch is a strong example of late 19th-century British horology, combining decorative silver casework with a carefully detailed enamel dial. The wh...
French Antique Victorian earrings - 19th century paste Dormeuse with pearls
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these antique Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat champagne yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are decorated with little paste stones, round pearls a...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 20k Yellow Gold Marquis Ring with 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
20k yellow gold marquis ring with old mine cut diamond. 1.50ct – G/H – SI – ring size U.S. 6 – EU. 16.5(52) Detailed description the top of the ring is 2.0 cm wide and 4.7 mm high ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Emerald Gemstone Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Antique Emerald Gold Cross Pendant. Securely Hand set with 11 Green Emeralds, weighing approx. 1.00tcw. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The Cross m...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 2.20 Carat Diamond Marquise / Navette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian marquise/navette-shaped ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a stunning arrangement of natural, spar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Opal & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880’s Beautiful, Victorian ring set with a gorgeous natural opal centre & halo of glittering, natural diamonds. The stones a...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Coral Tablet Earrings from the late 19th Century. Modern, timeless and elegant with large gold ear wires. 1870's USA, Italian coral. Length...
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 15ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1885 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with a Star-Set Centre Diamond, Plus Natural Rubies & Seed Pearls. Face of the ring measur...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k 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-...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Seven Diamond and 14K Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in Derby, NY
A stunning one-of-a-kind Victorian treasure featuring 2.30 carats of old-mine cut diamonds set in lustrous 14K yellow gold. This exquisite flower-motif ring showcases the romantic el...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Brooch with coral 17.2 grams 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch set with coral – 17.6 grams detailed description: the diameter of the brooch is 3.4 cm wide by 1.8 cm high weight 17.6 grams set with - 21 x 5.2 mm – 1.3 ...
Coral, 14k Gold
Ring with coral 14k yellow gold 6.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25(54) Detailed description: the top of the ring is 2.3 cm wide by 9.7 mm high ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25(54), ri...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moonstone Ring Black Enamel Coctail Ring Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Moonstone Black Enamel Cocktail Ring 14k Gold Plated Statement Ring Designer: J Dauphin The Moonstone Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated bra...
Moonstone, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Antique 9ct Gold, Georgian Green Topaz Cross Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cross Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1800 * The gold chain is sold separately. This exquisite 9ct gold Georgian cross pendant is a stunning example of craftsmanship from a byg...
Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold and Black Enamel Decorated Pocket Watch Chain
Located in valatie, NY
Antique Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold and Black Enamel Decorated Pocket Watch Chain c1920. This totally original watch chain has 18 solid gold bars each intricately decorated with enamel...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$117Sale Price / item|50% Off
Estate Vintage Style Victorian Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Unisex Silver Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Vintage Victorian Style Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and turtle, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and ...
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Baby Ring Band 14K Yellow Gold Antique Vintage Original 1900's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Baby Ring Band 14K Yellow Gold Antique Vintage Original 1900's Genuine Baby Ring Not Made for Adult Fingers 14K Yellow Gold Circa 1900's The Victorian Era in Jewelr...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Old Mine Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Old Mine Diamond Flower Drop Earrings. This incredible pair of Victorian old mine diamond flower earrings are crafted in 18k yellow go...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Tudor Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Earrings 9ct Gold Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning pair of Victorian 9ct gold earrings, that are sure to make a statement. These fa...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose and Table Cut Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Early French Victorian (19th Century) Cluster Rose Cut and Table Cut Diamond Ring Hand made antique cluster diamond ring with parts i...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
$1,352Sale Price|20% Off
18K Ring Intaglio Engraved Sardonyx Depicting Horse, English, Circa 1850
Located in Northampton, MA
This late Georgian / early Victorian 18K rose gold ring holds a rectangular-cut deep brown sardonyx gemstone that has been artfully carved -or etched, rather- to depict a horse trott...
Agate, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Red Paste Snake Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian snake stick pin brooch. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece features red paste. Circa 1890. Weight: 2.95g Length: 7cm Diameter of the detail: 1cm IMPORTANT: As...
Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Pearl Set Bird Swallow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Set Bird Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 A charming late Victorian brooch in 15ct yellow gold, modelled as a swallow perched serenely on a flowering branch. The ...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Honeymoon Brooch 10k Gold Crescent Moon Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Nashville, TN
A rare piece to behold. This beautiful Victorian 10k gold brooch, in a crescent moon shape, decorated with inlaid seed pearls in a gradient of sizes, is the perfect finishing touch t...
Pearl, 10k Gold
Victorian 3.5 Carat Diamond Earrings in Gold and Silver, circa 1880
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A magnificent yet delicate pair of Victorian Rose-cut Diamond pendant earrings, dating to circa 1880, showcasing approximately 3.5 carats of diamonds in a sophisticated combination o...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Almandine Garnet & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Almandine Garnet Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian ring is a true testament to the craftsmanship of its era, crafted from 15ct gold. The ring features st...
Garnet, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rare cushion shape old cut natural no heat Pigeon blood Burmese ruby in an open back grain setting with a weight of 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Opal Gold Medal Necklace Our Lady of Mount Carmel Virgin Mary
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Gold Medal Necklace Our Lady of Mount Carmel Virgin Mary Designer: J DAUPHIN The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Necklace is a round medal in gold plated brass, inscribed Ntra Sra de...
Opal, Gold Plate, Brass
Emerald Cuff Bracelet Emerald Clover Black Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Clover Cuff Bracelet Emerald Lucky Black Enamel Gold Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN The Clover Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, a sculptural clover finished in hand painte...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Enamel
Victorian 1.80 carat diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A romantic survivor of the 1900's, this Victorian cluster ring gathers its warmth from old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.80 carat, graded a soft fancy yellow with VS-SI ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet from the 1880's. Pinkish gold chain mesh bracelet with center adjustable slide set with natural pearls an...
Natural Pearl, Gold-filled
Antique French 18k Gold Art Nouveau floral Ring – Three Stone Heirloom
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique yellow gold ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous flower ring is made in 18 karat solid yellow gold and decorated with three...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,400Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 2.05 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring In Platinum.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage diamond ring centered by an impressive 2.05 old cut diamond, showcasing the distinctive charm and character of antique diamond cutting. The center stone is fram...
Diamond, Platinum
C1880 18K Signet Ring By Virtue and Valour, size 7.25
Located in Baltimore, MD
Known as the ‘gentleman’s ring’, a signet ring traditionally serves as a reminder that the wearer is of a certain bloodline or heritage. Traditionally signet rings are handed down o...
18k Gold
Victorian Bohemian Red Garnet Gold Drop Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Victorian Bohemian Red Garnet Gold Drop Pendant Necklace. Encrusted with securely Hand set Bohemian Garnets. Finely detailed 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Measu...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 5.0 Ct Diamond Brooch or Tiara Hair Comb, 1870 circa
Located in Napoli, IT
This quite special and rare antique Tiara Hair comb can be turned in a brooch just by screwing the Diamond element at the back side, can be also used as comb bride veil. It is a vers...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Style 10K Gold Triple Seal Watch Fob Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Victorian style gold triple seal or fob charm. In 10 karat yellow gold. With a rotating three-sided seal set with red, blue, and white gemstone cabochons. We believe...
10k Gold
Victorian Coral Figural Cuff
Located in Riverdale, NY
Wonderful 19th Century Coral cuff of a winged putti playing his flute. He sits surrounded in a garland of carved flowers and vines. Some of the fully carved 3D flowers are bolted ont...
Coral, 14k Gold
$1,475Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Gold Amethyst Brooch with Diamonds and Pearls, Circa 1880s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Antique Victorian Amethyst, Diamond & Pearl Gold Brooch – 3.3cm, circa 1880’s. A striking antique brooch featuring a vivid oval-cut amethyst at its center, surrounded by cultured ro...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Silver and Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Bow Brooch 18ct Gold and Silver Victorian craftsmanship at its finest. This silver and gold bow brooch showcases old cut diamonds in a classic 19th-century design...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Eternity ring with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.40ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold alliance ring set with old mine-cut diamonds up to 1.40 ct - G/H - SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) Detailed description: The front of the ring is 3.8 mm wide Rin...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Emerald Snake Ring Serpent Gold Plated Silver Ruby Eyes
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Snake Ring 14k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Adjustable Designer: J Dauphin Title: Gypsy Wisdom The Gypsy Wisdom Snake Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company around 1908 (based on movement serial # 13333340) features an elaborately decorated 14 c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Cut Steel butterfly hair comb
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian era hair comb. It is a two pronged celluloid hair comb in a yellow shade. The top is adorned with a pretty cut steel...
Cut Steel
Black Enamel Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Star Dust Cocktail Ring, 14k Gold Plated Black Enamel with White Diamonds Designer J DAUPHIN This cocktail ring is handcrafted in brass with 14k gold plating and fini...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Arrow Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Arrow Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1890 A finely crafted Victorian arrow brooch in stamped 15ct yellow gold, modelled with a tapered shaft, crisp feathered fletching and...
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Early Victorian Floral Engraved Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1860 * The chain is sold separately This exquisite 15-carat yellow gold locket is a stunning example of craftsmanship and timeless bea...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bracelet with turquoise 18k yellow gold 18 cm long 24.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long Detailed description: The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain. Total bracelet wei...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute floral hexagon earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a wire to go through your earlobe and are decorated with flo...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,807Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14K Gold Diamond Cameo Pearl Necklace, Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an cameo clip on baroque pearl necklace. This double strand necklace was created with up to 15mm peach tone baroque pearls and 14K gold filled components. We added a new soli...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold
A Victorian emerald and gold snake necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian emerald and gold snake necklace, the realistically formed serpent with graduated snake scale-link body, the head finely engraved with scrolling decoration, claw-set with ...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Early Victorian Cabochon Garnet, Diamond & Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 * The chain is sold separately A beautifully romantic Early Victorian pendant, dating to circa 1860, crafted in rich 15ct yellow gol...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Dog Ring, Italy, Circa 1900
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 19th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 13.3 gr This magnificent micromosaic dates to the 19th century, which is one of the periods of maximum production of...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 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.