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.
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Victorian Diamond Cluster Earrings 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond cluster earrings in 18 karat yellow and white gold. Each of these elegant stud earrings comprise of a single old cut diamond claw set within a border of ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cluster Earrings. 3TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Era: Victorian Era, Circa 1840 Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 3-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old Mine Cut Primary Stone Color: I-J Color Primary Ston...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Blue Enamel Locket and Earrings
Located in London, GB
A Victorian blue enamel pair of earrings and locket, the oval drop set with pearl and diamond-set stylised Byzantine cross beneath gold scrolling...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 1.63 Ct Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Silver/Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Exquisite pair of Victorian period Diamond studs earrings, 1890 ca. Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold with silver tops, backs have been remade for a safe use Set with a twin of old mi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian diamond set brooch and earring suite, circa 1860.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond set brooch and earring suite. A diamond suite of jewellery comprising earrings and a brooch. The brooch set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in a clo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian–Edwardian 18K Gold & Silver 2.60 Ct Old Cut Diamond Daisy Drop Earring
Located in Miami, FL
Romantic and full of antique sparkle, these Victorian to early Edwardian diamond drop earrings (circa 1870–1890) are crafted in traditional silver over 18K yellow gold and set with b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian yellow Gold Rose-Cut Diamond Drop Earrings — 19th Century
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
These elegant 19th-century drop earrings capture Victorian refinement with a delicate, wearable drama. Each earring features a central rose-cut diamond framed by a halo of smaller ro...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings. This amazing pair of Victorian rose cut diamond and pearl drop earrings are crafted in 18k y...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
9.49 Carat Diamond and Ruby Victorian Style Drop Earrings
Located in Jaipur, IN
9.49 Carat Diamond and Ruby Victorian Style Drop Earrings This Victorian style red ruby and diamond long earring is phenomenal. The elegant designer concept of the double round loop...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Gold Coral Pearl & Black Enamel Target Button Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s): -- (2) Natural Genuine Coral - Round Cabochon Cut - Deep Orange Color - 11mm each (approx.) (8) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - White, Golden & Gray Colors -...
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rose Cut Diamond Earring in Victorian Style
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Rose Cut 1.88 Carat Diamond Rounds 1.48 Carat Gold 18 K 5.14 Grams Silver 6.42 Grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, circa 1870.
Located in London, GB
Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings. A matching pair, each set with three drop shape natural saltwater pearls, in closed back half-drilled settings, six in total, rangi...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Hardstone Cameo Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Earrings 15ct Gold Circa 1870 Gorgeous Victorian, Carnelian Hardstone Cameo Earrings. Beautiful Bow Topped, Drop/Dangle Style Earrings. Set with Little Seed Pearl...
Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Smokey Quartz & Pearl Round Dangle Earring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Smoky Quartz - Old Round Cut - Multi Prong Set - Brown Color - 6.1mm (approx.) (2) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - White Color - 3.7mm each (...
Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.94 Carats Oval-Cut Blue Sapphires and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Jaipur, IN
9.94 Carats Oval-Cut Blue Sapphires and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings This Victorian-era art-deco style elegant oxford blue sapphire and diamond cluster long hanging earring...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond, enamel, silver, and yellow gold earrings, each comprising one old mine cut diamond, twenty rose cut diamonds, and blue enamel, set in silver and yellow g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian 27.85 Cttw. Peach Coral/Diamond/Multi Sapphire Earrings In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of botanical elegance with our Victorian 27.85 Cttw. Peach Coral, Diamond, and Multi Sapphire Floral Dangle Earrings. A true floral masterpiece, these earrings capt...
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of the Grand Tour with our exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings. Crafted with the utmost skill and precision in Italy, these earrings are rich in cultural heritage and embody the artistic craftsmanship of the era. Micromosaics, tiny fragments of glass known as tesserae meticulously arranged to create intricate scenes, portraits, or landscapes, became highly sought-after treasures during the 19th century. Coined by Sir Arthur Gilbert, the term “micromosaic” distinguished these works from traditional mosaics. The heyday of micro mosaic jewelry coincided with the Grand Tour, a cultural journey undertaken by affluent Europeans and Americans to absorb Europe's art and culture. Italy, with its history and artistic heritage, was a favored destination, where travelers acquired micromosaic jewelry as cherished souvenirs. These earrings have all the hallmarks of a sentimental lover. Flowers, especially, Forget Me Nots, symbolizing remembrance and true love, have captivated romantics for centuries. Legend has it that a knight, while picking Forget Me Nots for his lady, fell into a stream and, in a final act of love, tossed the flowers to her while crying, "Forget-me-not!" Cherubs, evolving from earthly desires to angelic symbolism, added celestial grace to Italian art. Often depicted as chubby, winged children, cherubs embodied innocence, purity, and divine love. In micromosaic jewelry, cherubs became...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Etruscan Revival Pearl Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as gold bead surmounts suspending tiered yellow and rose gold geometric drops Featuring 2.7 mm round seed pearls bead set around disk form - iridescent cream to gray Arching...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2.43 Carat Victorian Style Diamond Huggies Earrings
Located in Jaipur, IN
2.43 Carat Victorian Style Diamond Huggies Earrings This Victorian style art-deco diamond hoop earring is exceptional. The beautiful pave set diamonds form the elegant U-shape of th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Yellow Gold Pearl & Black Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color w/ Pink Overtone - 4.8mm each (approx.) (4) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 1.8mm ea...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Victorian Diamond Silver on Yellow Gold Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Antique Victorian Drop Earrings. Securely Hand set with 42 Rose cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.68 total Carat weigh...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Dazzling Victorian Style Filigree Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A refined pair of victorian style dangle earrings. Crafted from 14k yellow gold, each earring showcases intricate filigree work. The design features a teardrop shape with an open la...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
NEW South Sea Pearls Perfectly Round AAAA Grade Dangling Diamond Earrings
Located in Warren, NJ
Elevate your style with these stunning AAAA top quality, perfectly round, absolutely no blemishes, Silver Color 13mm South Sea Pearls Dangling Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold from...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Condition: Excellent Total Item Weight: 10 g Length: 2.5 inches Period: Victorian
Antique Dutch 14K Yellow Gold Dangle Earring, Mid-19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Dutch earring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and dates to the mid-19th century. It is a fine example of traditional regional jewelry from the province of North Braba...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Elephant Hair and Gold Triple Hoop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
These are a scarcely seen and fabulous pair of elephant hair earrings dating from the late Victorian period. No elephants were harmed to get this hair. It came from the elephants tail. The largest hoop is 3.4 cm. The hoops are suspended from 9kt gold shepherds hooks. The total length is 6 cm. They are extremely light on the ear and move fluidly. Elephant hair jewelry...
9k Gold
Platinum Sapphire Cabochon Rosetta Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Weight 6.7g Sapphire Cabochon Approx. 3ct Rosetta Old Cut Diamond Approx. 0.35ct Dangle Earrings Measurements 18mm x 12mm
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$704Sale Price / set|20% Off
Oval Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire Dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring oval cut gemstone. If you love to gravitate towards uniq...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fringe Antique Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as scrolled flourishing forms centering articulating pear drops Drops are domed with stipple texture throughout Terminating with foliate motif fringe Accented by granulated ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flamenco Fan Earrings, a Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Many a Sultan have turned their gaze towards spinning flamenco skirts, yet the most inviting of female dancers held a hand fan for added allure and sexual emphasis. This inspirati...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Palladium
Rose Cut Diamonds Earrings with Kyanite & Sapphire Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT Gold 2.320g Diamond 8.74ct SiIver 21.436g Kyanite 5.68ct Sapphire 0.10ct
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,115Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Pearl Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.2 grams. Totally is diamond 1.70 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Box is not in...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian 5.00ct Diamond Stud Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This magnificent set of diamond stud earrings are truly awe inspiring. Dating back to the Victorian period, the pair of beautiful 2.50 carat old cut diamonds are claw set in contrast...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Carved Coral Drop Earrings, Late 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Coral jewelry, with a long history that dates back to Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome, was especially popular during the Victorian era (1837-1901) for its curative and protective powe...
Coral, 18k Gold
Estate Victorian Elagabalus Denarius 18K Gold Antique Roman Coin Clip-On Earring
Located in Miami, FL
Own a piece of history with these rare antique Roman coin earrings, expertly set in solid 18K yellow gold. The authentic Elagabalus Denarius coins are framed in a seamless double bez...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Victorian Jasmine Petal Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian jasmine diamond earrings, each in the design of a five-petalled diamond encrusted jasmine head with a central old brilliant-cut diamond, the diamonds estimated to...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Flower Cluster Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
These antique flower-shaped stud earrings hand carved from 22K yellow gold feature ninety-eight rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.47 carats and secured with original screw b...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved Bone Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These antique carved bone drop earrings are a rare find— I've never seen a pair quite like these. What makes them special is the intricacy of the h...
Gold-filled
Rosecut Diamond Earring in 18k Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Designer dangle earring with rosecut diamond earring in 18K Gold and silver, is cool yet vintage looking. Closure: Push Post 18Kt Gold 5.48...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Baroque Pearl, Turquoise, and Diamond Drop Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
Baroque Pearl, Turquoise, and Diamond Drop Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco style impressive baroque pearl, turquoise and diamond long hanging earring...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Opal & London Blue Topaz Vintage Style Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A lovely pair of Victorian design drop earrings, each set to the top with an opal within a frame of London blue topazes suspending a pear shaped opal drop setting. A charming pair of...
Opal, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,272Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Style Moonstone & Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Statement Victorian inspired chandelier earrings. Approximately 4.80 carats of round cut diamonds, L/M color, and SI clarity. Approximately 42 carats of carved moonstone. Silver and ...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Silver
Lovely Victorian Gold Urn Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely quality Victorian urn earrings with Etruscan work rendered in 2 tones of gold. In original condition with period ear wires. Beautiful quality circa...
14k Gold
$49,000Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Style Oval Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Statement Victorian inspired drop earrings. Vintage high jewelry. Stunning oval rose cut diamonds with double rose cut diamond halo. Gold & si...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Ruby and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Firenze, FI
12.6 Carats Natural Ruby with 2.8 Carats Diamonds Made of 10K Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold
A Victorian Cameo And Gold Suite By Joseph Mayer
Located in London, GB
A Victorian cameo and gold suite by Joseph Mayer, the brooch set to the centre with an oval cameo measuring approximately 32 x 24 mm, the earrings each se...
Agate, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Orchid Earriings
Located in New York, NY
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Orchid Earrings c.1880 18k Yellow Gold
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamonds Platinum Stud Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1628 Brand Unsigned Date Circa 1900s Metal Platinum ____________________________________________________ Diamonds Total Approx : 2.9ct Motif Dimension Approx 10 mm Weight App...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Leaf Dangle Earring in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
Emerald and Diamond Leaf Dangle Earring in Victorian Style This Victorian period articulate art-deco style pine green emerald and diamond earring...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 22.28 Carat Garnet and Diamond Earrings in Rose Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of 22.28 carat garnet and 0.60 carat diamond, 9 karat rose gold and silver set clip on earrings; part of our diverse ...
Diamond, Garnet, Rose Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pair of Victorian cluster earrings. Each piece is adorned with a multitude of shimmering rose cut diamonds, meticulously arranged to form a cobblestone-like d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1.59 Carat Diamond Drop Cocktail Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
1.59 Carat Diamond Drop Cocktail Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian art-deco style diamond pave set round shape long earring is glorious. The graduating open round shape is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Agate Drop Earrings
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Ornate borders of 14k yellow gold frame smooth drops of polished brown agate. Fitted with vintage style ear wires that insert from the back of your ear lobe, which can be converted to modern ear...
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Style 14k Gold and Silver Diamond Dangle Earrings, India
Located in Jaipur, IN
Diamond Dangle Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco atypical polki diamond earring is impressive. The solitaire closed set polki diamond with in-between prongs...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Topaz Earrings with New Ear Wires of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant pair of antique earrings dating to 1870, centered with light orange-yellow topaz drops suspended from new 14K gold lever back ear wires added for secure and comfortable we...
Topaz, 14k Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Earring in Victorian Style
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Rose Cut Diamond 1.08 Carat Round Diamond 1.34 Carat 18 K Yellow Gold 4.86 Grams Silver 2.33 Grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Leaf Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Leaf Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian-era art-deco style ravishing forest green emerald and diamond earring is appealing. The mix of transpare...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Splendor Earrings
Located in San Diego, CA
Inspired by St. Mark's Square in Venice, these earrings are designed for a special occasion. The top portion of the earrings features an antique pair of original Victorian gold earri...
Coral, Crystal, Garnet, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold 4.03 Carats Solitaire Diamond Drop Earrings in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose-Cut Solitaire Diamond Drop Earrings in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco style magnificent diamond rose cut cluster...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver