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 Gold & Silver, Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1880 Timeless elegance meets antique charm with these exquisite Victorian drop earrings, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gol...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
VICTORIAN 18k yellow gold earrings set with coral – 11.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
VICTORIAN 18k yellow gold earrings set with coral – 11.1 grams Detailed description: The dimensions of the earrings are 3.0 cm long by 1.5 cm wide Total weight 11.1 grams set wit...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18k Gold Victorian Earrings, 1880's Dutch Heirlooms, Floral Pearl Dangle
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are thrilled to show you these magnificent Dutch heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 karat solid yellow gold with a champagne hue. These earrings were most likely ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$666Sale Price|20% Off
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
Antique 18ct Gold , Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Drop Earrings 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 A pair of elegant earrings crafted in richly toned 18ct yellow gold. Each earring centres on a deep blue oval-cut sapphire, beze...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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
French Antique Victorian earrings - 19th century rose cut Diamond Dormeuse
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these antique Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are decorated with fleur de lis shaped ornaments, little rose cu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Solid Gold Floral Dormeuse Earrings with Pearls & horse head mark
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these stunning French Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat patina champagne gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a front closure and are decorated with ma...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare 18K solid gold flower dormeuse earrings - Antique French Victorian sleepers
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute French Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat patina champagne gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are are set with two little half seed pearls in th...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18k Gold Victorian Earrings, 1880's Dutch Heirlooms, Floral Pearl Dangle
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are thrilled to show you these magnificent Dutch heirlooms. These small antique earrings are crafted in 18 karat solid yellow gold with a champagne hue. These earrings were most l...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Old Mine Cut .62ct Screwback 14K Original 1880's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Diamond Stud Earrings Old Mine Cut .62ct Screwback 14K Original 1880's Features Two Genuine Mined Old Mine Cut Diamonds We Mounted the Diamonds in New 4 Prong Screwback...
Diamond
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings ( Late 19Th / Early 20th Century)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings (19Th Century) Dangle earbobs, bright and sparkling European-cut diamonds descend like dewdrops, centered by luminous white body color pea...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 2.25 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings are 2.25 inches long. The earrings have fabulous long pendant drops with ...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow 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
Lovely Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Victorian Mine Diamond Earrings from the late 19th Century. Each diamond weighs conservatively .65 cts. for an approximate to...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14k gold and silver earrings with rose-cut diamonds up to 1.00ct - 11.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.00ct – G/H - SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the earrings are 5.7 cm long by 1.2 cm wide Weight 11.7 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Mined Fancy Light Green Old Mine Cushion Diamond Stud Earrings .53ct
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Stud Earrings .53ct Genuine 1860's-1880's Mined Features Two Genuine Mined Faint Light Green Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamonds One is Slightly ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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 18 Karat Gold Enamel Grape Motif Ornamented Front Fastening Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of Victorian grape motif front fastening drop earrings. The piece is crafted in 18K gold. The museum-like piece features green and black enamel. Circa 1840. Can be wo...
Gold, Enamel
Victorian Revival Jet Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Large and striking Victorian Revival Jet Earrings from the 1980's made of resin and glass likely of Italian manufacture. Resin hoop earrings with jet crystals glued on upside down fo...
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 2 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Cabochon Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings have large 19mm by 11mm by 5mm deep gorgeous blood red Bohemian G...
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Victorian earrings from the 1890’s showcase two old mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carats in I color and SI clarity, each highlighted by a smaller old mine cut d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful pair of late Victorian 18 Karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings. They are decorated by a twisted boarder and an elegant hand engraved flowers. The flower hea...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Sapphire GIA and Diamond Platinum on 18K Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Victorian Sapphire GIA and OEC Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings. Hand set with 2.50tcw Round Blue Sapphires GIA. Surrounded by 3.60tcw Old Eur...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
Victorian 18K Gold Turquoise Diamond Halo Earrings, Circa 1890
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this alluring pair of 18 karat pinkish yellow gold turquoise and diamond oval earrings. These earrings are a magnificent and rare find. Each earring is set with an oval c...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
18k Gold
Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These beautiful Victorian diamond earrings are a romantic antique design from the 1880’s, featuring 2 old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.80 carat in total. Graded H color...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Revival Gold and Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Revival Gold and Pearl Earrings from the 1960's. Designed as triple hoops set with miniature cultured pearls. All hoops swing independently of eac...
Pearl, 14k Gold
$13,020Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
These sophisticated diamond drop earrings are masterfully crafted to capture the timeless allure of Victorian-era jewelry. Each earring showcases a brilliant round-cut natural diamon...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Victorian Coral Pendant Drop Earrings from the 19th Century with screw back fittings. Italian coral beads with original gold filled settings...
Coral, Gold Plate
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Pearl Prong Setting Drop Earring
Located in Marcianise, IT
A refined expression of 19th-century craftsmanship, these exceptional Victorian-era earrings are crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and adorned with vibrant natural rubies and delicate ...
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Carved Coral Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Carved Coral Earrings from the 19th Century. Original Etruscan work caps in 14k gold with more modern 14K ear wires. Coral is carved and patinaed. 1880's Italy. Tota...
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian Style 18k Gold Neo-Archaeological Parure Set, 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century Bracelet diameter: 6 cm Brooch length: 5 cm Earrings length: 6 cm Total Weight: 39,5 gr The 19th-century set, in Neo-Archaeological style, is made entirely of g...
Gold, 18k Gold
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these antique Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat rose gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are decorated with fleur de lis shaped ornaments made in platinum,...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 3.40ct Diamond Dangle Earrings in Silver & 18K Gold, 1890
Located in OVIEDO, AS
ANTIQUE ORIGINAL VICTORIAN DIAMOND DANGLE EARRINGS Late 19th Century. Measuring 42mm (1.65 inches) long, lustrous and lovely, these c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Gold Filled Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Gold Filled Dangle Earrings from the late 19th Century. A pair of chased ovals with wreath motifs each have an urn shaped drop hanging fro...
Gold-filled
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
18K gold grapes earrings - Antique sleepers, Victorian Dormeuses - Art Nouveau
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are so delighted to show you these magnificent heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 karat yellow, patina champagne-toned gold. These earrings were most likely craft...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
$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
Victorian Natural Pearl & Diamond Cluster Earrings, 18KT Gold
Located in Braintree, GB
A superb pair of Victorian cluster earrings, each centred on a lustrous natural pearl encircled by a halo of large old European cut diamonds, with a further diamond surmount above. T...
18k Gold
High Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Coral Clip Earrings, Netherlands, 1870
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold clip earrings set with coral - 1.6 cm detailed description: the top of the clip earrings is 1.6 cm wide weight 10.9 grams set with - 2 x 1.5 cm round cabochon cu...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Dangle Drop Earrings Gold Circa 1880 Rare 2 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare pair of Victorian Bohemian Garnet Cabochon Dangle Drop Earrings in Gold. The exquisite earrings are 2 inches long. They each have four magnificent large pear sh...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k gold stud earrings set with Coral - 8.6 grams - 1.6 cm wide
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold stud earrings set with Coral - diameter 1.6 cm wide Detailed description the diameter of the stud is 1.6 cm wide by 8.8 mm deep Total weight 8.6 grams set with - 2 x 1....
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Elegant antique rose-cut diamond drop earrings crafted in 18 karat rose gold, featuring beautifully faceted diamonds in a graceful scrolling design typical of the mid-Victorian perio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Griffin Earrings of 14k Gold, circa 1890-1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking pair of earrings featuring finely rendered griffins (or dragons) of 14 karat gold, each accented with vivid ruby eyes and diamonds. The mythical creatures are rendered wit...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian 15K gold Banded Agate black and white drop earrings c1875
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 15K Victorian banded agate black and white earrings in the pendeloque style, look like they could have been designed today. The white bands (hence: banded agate) go from East to ...
Victorian Coral Rose Earrings Etruscan Revival 14 Karat Gold Flower Leaf Motif
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Etruscan Revival Victorian Coral Rose Earrings in 14 Karat Gold. The earrings with hand carved three dimensional rose flowers of na...
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Gemistry 16cts Emerald Victorian Pear Drop Earrings in 18k/14k Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Gemistry 16 Cts. Emerald Victorian Pear Drop Earrings in 18K/14K Sterling Silver. These earrings are perfect for any special occasion, featuring verdant drops of emerald....
Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Gemistry Victorian 15.4 Cttw. Peridot & Topaz Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
You will definitely love the sparkling hues of these Gemistry Victorian handcrafted sterling silver drops! The classic circular design showcases vibrant peridots accentuated with top...
Peridot, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Pair of Antique Late 19th Century Pearl and Diamond Pendent Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A PAIR OF LATE 19TH CENTURY PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS From the top of each pearl suspending vertically set from three graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds suspending, appro...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Dangling Victorian earrings - Floral 19th century - Dutch, Europe Pearl
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are thrilled to show you these magnificent Dutch heirlooms. These antique earrings are crafted in 18 ct yellow, patina champagne-toned gold. These earrings were most likely crafte...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.40 carat diamond cabochon emerald gold and silver cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These beautiful Victorian diamond and emerald cluster earrings are a richly romantic pair from the 1880’s, full of antique character, color, and old-world charm. At the center are 2 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,250 / set
Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Red Coral Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Victorian earrings. In 14k yellow gold. With salmon or red colored coral elements set under a curved mount on an cross shaped base. Having long ear wires each wit...
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique Moonstone and Pearl Heart Earrings of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A romantic pair of moonstone heart earrings, each centered with a softly glowing orthoclase moonstone heart framed by a delicate halo of half pearls, mounted in 14 karat gold. The mo...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Charming Victorian Onyx Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Onyx Earrings of gold filled metal with seed pearls set in floral motifs. Ear wires are original. .75" long. 1880's USA.
Onyx, Gilt Metal
Antique French turquoise, diamond and enamel pendant fringe earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique gold and turquoise fringe pendant earrings with black enamel and rose diamond spacers and circular turquoise surmounts, in 18k. France. Strikingly architectural ye...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold 4.1mm Pearl Old Cut Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 4.1mm each (approx.) (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Rose Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Dia...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.50ct Antique Victorian Diamond Drop Earrings Cluster 14k Gold Silver Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique late Victorian diamond cluster drop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold & silver (circa 1880s to 1900s). 20 old mine cut diamonds total an estimated 2.50 ca...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver