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 Pocket Watch Ratchet Key Winder, 18K Gold
Located in Upland, CA
About This Watch Key: Step into the past with this exquisite Victorian Ratchet Watch Winder. 18K gold cased, this rare beauty is sure to take your breath away. Not just a luxurious ...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Swiss Movement White Face Pocket Watch circa 1900
Located in Towson, MD
An 18K yellow gold open face pocket watch with both the dial and movement signed "Tiffany & Co., New York," the movement additionally numbered 96333, circa 1900. The movement is a Sw...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 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
Carnelian Intaglio Victorian Fob Clip Pocket Watch Chain 10k Gold & Gold Filled
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Metal Content: Guaranteed 10k Gold (fob & ball charms) & Gold Filled as tested Stone Information: Genuine Carnelian Intaglio Color: Orangey Red Measurements: l...
Carnelian, 10k Gold, Gold-filled
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by Waltham. Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United States by the A.W Waltham Watch Company, circ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Blue Enamel Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Pin
By Geneva
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 18K yellow gold diamond and blue enamel pocket watch with ribbon pin. The finely crafted case is decorated with intric...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
A & S Railroad Gold Minute Repeating Pocket Watch Presented to J.H. Ramsey, 1865
Located in Stamford, CT
Emile Peret, Locle, Swiss, 1865, hunting case. Minute repeating pocket watch with porcelain dial, movement number 16666, case number 20175, size...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gurzelen by Omega Swiss Triple Calendar Antique XIXc 50mm Open Face Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fine & Very Rare, this pocket watch by Gurzelen by Omega dates back to late XIX century – pre-1880’s Despite the age, its in a great vintage condition & in excellent working order...
Stainless Steel
Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Pocket Watch by Redard & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stylish and complex perpetual calendar minute-repeating chronometer pocket watch was created by the Swiss firm of H. Redard & Co. Its 18K...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Pavé Set Rose-Cut Diamond Geneva Round Pendant Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
The white enamel dial with blue and red Arabic numerals, bezel wind and hand setting, the rose cut diamonds set in spiralling lines, with rose-cut diamond pendant line. Mechanical mo...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Le Phare. A Gold Minute Repeater Calendar Chrono C1890
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Le Phare. A 14ct Rose Gold Minute Repeater Calendar Chronograph Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch Made for the Russian Market. C1890s. Dial: The white enamel dial with Roman nu...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rotherhams London Pocket Watch Movement, English Made, 42mm, c1850's
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Rotherhams London Pocket Watch Fusee Movement, 42mm Signed to the porcelain dial, adorned with black painted Roman numerals, original hands sub-dial at 6 Movement is numbered ...
A.W.W.Co American Watch Company Waltham Mass. Pocket Watch Movement, 42mm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
American Watch Company (A.W. W. Co) Waltham Mass. Pocket Watch Movement Porcelain Dial 42mm movement is numbered circa 1850's
Minute Repeating Chronograph Pocket Watch by A. Lugrin
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Swiss watchmaker Alfred Lugrin, this exceptional minute repeating, triple-date chronograph is a specimen of precision timekeeping. Housed in a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Steel
MELLERIO Chatelaine from late 19th century Gold
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO BORGNIS 18-carat polychrome gold chatelaine, 750‰ decorated with a pierced and foliated number, topped with a marquis' crown, set with red and green stones and cultured pear...
Gold
Rockford Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch from 1886
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rockford Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1886 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm MOVEMENT / CALIBE...
Antique Victorian Braided Hair Pocket Watch Chain or Cord
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Victorian braided hair cord for a pocket watch. Comprised of braided, twisted, and woven hair set with gold plated caps and finding...
Gold Plate
Maret Geneve (Swiss) Antique XIXc 48mm Solid Silver Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fine & Rare, this antique pocket watch by Maret Geneve – Another timepiece by H. Maret portraying Alexander II, czar of Russia (r. 1855–81) was exhibited at The Metropolitan Muse...
Silver
Thos Russell & Son, Liverpool Pocket Watch Movement, Premier, Swiss, 44mm, XIXc.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Swiss Made Pocket Watch Movement retailed by Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool 44mm Signed to the porcelain dial, adorned with black painted Roman numerals, original hands sub-dial ...
Metal
Antique c1830 English Fusee Pocket Watch Movement by William Baker of Shrewsbury
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Antique c1830 English Fusee Pocket Watch Movement Signed Will Baker Shrewsbury Numbered 140 White Porcelain Dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds dial (one hand is missing) D...
9ct Gold Victorian Watch Chain Section
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Victorian display Chain section These were used to display medals ,coins , but are now a very decadent item of jewellery that can be worn e...
Gold, 9k Gold
Nicole Nielsen & Co Pocket Watch Lever Movement, retailed by Flavelle Bros Ltd.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Nicole Nielsen & Co Pocket Watch Lever Movement, English Signed “Nicole Nielsen ...
W 1.78 in D 0.24 in L 2.29 in
Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Burlington 14K Gold Filled Pocket Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Burlington 14k white gold filled pocket watch. Open face, size 12, Model A. Double roller, 21 jewels. The serial number is 5208043, made in 1928. Time tested for 8 hours. Keeps good...
14k Gold, Gold-filled
Illinois White Gold-Filled Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Engraved 1919
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1919 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 43mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Caliber 12 Size DIAL / HANDS: Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial with Breguet Style Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Period Pocket Watch Chain Attachment WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement VAULT FIND This watch has been in a vault for nearly 50 years and the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. This will of course delay shipping it out for a few days while we do the service and check it out. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT What a great open faced watch...
Gold-filled, White Gold
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Open Face Pocket Watch from 1879
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Full Size METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1879 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 55mm MOVEMENT / CALIB...
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 6 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1907 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 41mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / ...
Gold-filled
Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch 21 Jewels, Gold Filled
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Open Faced METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1923 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 44mm MOVEMENT / CALI...
Gold-filled
H 0.63 in Dm 1.97 in
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in valatie, NY
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch With Fleur de Lis Fob Pin. The case is hallmarked "WARRANTED 14K TO ASSAY" and "Leon W.C. Co.," these cases were ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel, Pocket Watch Chain & Masonic Fob circa 1920-30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel Inlayed CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's / 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 14 Inches in Length WEIGHT: 9.5g This masterfully hand-constructed pi...
White Gold, Enamel
Antique 1910s Edwardian Tiffany Co. Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and blue enamel. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1910s Watch 1 1/2 x 1 inches Chain 23 inches + 3 inch drop
18k Gold, Enamel
Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Gold Chain and Elks Tooth Fob
By Elgin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Capture a piece of history in time. This grand 14 karat yellow gold, circa 1891 Elgin National GM Wheeler Grade 103 Model 3 Pocket Watch is a true find. Manufactured pre-1900 by one of America's most highly respected watch makers of the period, its journey began with a personalization for M.M. Buss, 1893. Added at a later date and complementing this fine pocket watch is an impressive high quality, heavy gauge 14 karat yellow gold rope watch...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Rare Swiss Musical Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C.1820s
By Unbranded
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18kt Rose Gold Open Faced Keywind Cylinder Musical Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C.1820s. Dial: The elegant white enamel dial with Breguet numerals, outer minute track, and w...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Double Albert Watch Silver Chain
Located in London, GB
This sterling silver double Albert chain is a classic example of late 19th to early 20th century gentleman’s jewellery, originally designed to secure a pocket watch while allowing ad...
Silver
A Romanov Heirloom Gold Diamond & Sapphire Set Fob Watch C1890
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Romanov Heirloom Diamond & Sapphire Set Keyless Lever Open Face Fob Watch C1890. Dial: The beautiful enamel dial with blue Roman numerals surrounded by gold circles with an ou...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Victorian Antique Pocket Watch Ladies Chain Enamel Original from 1890's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Antique Pocket Watch Ladies Chain Enamel Original from 1890's Lovely Detailed Engraved Design All Original and Handmade I...
Enamel
Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16
By Elgin
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Elgin Railroad Pocket Watch 1915 Grade 293 Engraved Size 16 Elgin Pocketwatch All Functions Work Movement Serial Number 18161...
Victorian Pocket Watch Fred Pieper Covington KY Antique Vintage Chain Engraved
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Pocket Watch Fred Pieper Covington KY Antique Vintage Chain Engraved Fred Pieper Pocketwatch Keeps Excellent Time Movement Serial Number 1639500 Covington, KY Mint Di...
18K Yellow Gold & Enamel Rose Bush Motif OpenFace Antique Ladies' Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Exquisitely crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, this delightful ladies’ pocket watch dates back to circa 1890, yet it’s in beautiful original condition & in good working order. It is ...
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Hamilton Watch Co. 940 Railroad Pocket Watch Manual 21 Jewel Size 18
By Hamilton
Located in Dearborn, MI
Hamilton Watch Co. 940 Railroad Pocket Watch Manual 21 Jewel Size 18 Lever Set Working Dial Has No Hairlines, Cracks, or Chips Needs Hair Spring No Case Had a 52 Gram 14K Gold ...
Pocket Watch Hunting Case 14K Multi Color Gold Superior Waltham GIANT 1896
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1896 Waltham GIANT Pocket Watch 17 Jewel 14K Multi Color Gold Superior Weighs 140 Grams 55mm Case, Extremely Large 14K Solid Gold Multi Color Hand ...
Gold
Gold Filled Rock Crystal Victorian Pocket Watch Chain 15 3/4" Antique Parts
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1880s - 1890s Metal Content: Gold Filled Stone Information Natural Rock Crystal Chain Style: Fancy Link Fastening Type: Carabiner Clasp Measurements Length (...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold-filled
H 6.25 in W 0.8 in
Antique Victorian silk albertina and gilt compass
Located in NEWARK, GB
A lovely antique Victorian era black silk ribbon fob with a gilt compass. The long black silk fob is sleek with rich gilt end caps and a chain length suspended from the bottom. The...
Gilt Metal
Waltham Open Faced Pocket Watch Circa 1886
By Waltham
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One key-wound 10k gold Waltham open-faced pocket watch with a white dial, black Roman numerals and gold spade hands. Serial number 3047431. Case number 2007. In working order with a ...
10k Gold
H 3.01 in W 1 in Dm 2.28 in
Evans Shrewsbury 1763-1856 Sterling Pair Cases Fusee Demi Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Miami, FL
A hunter pocket watch made by Rich Evans Shrewsbury and Robert Causer. Very fine half hunter pair cased pocket clock, made in Birmingham England by the sil...
Silver, Sterling Silver