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, Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Gorgeous Victorian Ruby Pearl Cluster Ring set with one oval ruby centre measuring approx 6mm x 4mm surrounded by eight Pearls. Width of ring ap...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst Sweetheart Ring, circa 1890–1910
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present a charming and highly romantic ring from the turn of the twentieth century. Crafted in 14-karat yellow gold and accented with rose gold details, this delic...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Pearl & Garnet Cluster Ring, Engraved 1861
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pearl Ring 9ct Gold The engraving reads: J H J A Aug 7th 1861 A charming Victorian ring crafted in 9ct gold, centred with a garnet framed by eleven pearls in a cl...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Opal & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the era...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Victorian Ruby and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Victorian ring that epitomises elegance and sophistication. This exquisi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Vicorian ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold with silver ring with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) Detailed description the top of the ring is 8.5 mm wide and 4.1 mm hi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14kt Gold Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Ring, Circa 1860–1880
Located in Chesterland, OH
A charming Victorian ring crafted in 14kt yellow gold, centered with a finely carved genuine Mediterranean coral cameo depicting a classical female profile. The cameo is framed by a ...
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond and Opal 14k Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Antique Victorian Opal & Diamond Navette Ring in 14k Gold A beautifully elongated Victorian navette ring, centered with a glowing row of opals that display lively flashes of gre...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
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
Black Enamel Heart Ring Emerald Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Emerald Heart Ring Angel Wings Black Enamel Gold Plated Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN — Memento Mori Series The Emerald Angel Heart Ring is a symbolic sculptural piece by J DAU...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Ring with Pearls and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring set with pearls and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.15ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 4.25 - EU. 15 (47) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.1 cm wide ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Pearl & Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Ring 9ct Gold This charming Victorian ring centres a deep, glossy enamel panel framed by a halo of natural seed pearls, each one delicately set to create a soft, lum...
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Antique Circa 1890's Sapphire Cabochon Gold Nugget Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1890's. Antique gold nugget ring with a beautiful blue sapphire cabochon. The signet style ring is very comfortable and great for everyday we...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crest Ring Signet Skull Aquamarine Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Signet Ring Aquamarine 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet is a signet ring handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver. The round signet face...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique 18ct Gold French Stamped, Victorian Peridot & Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped Circa 1890 Discover a stunning example of Victorian craftsmanship with this exquisite marquise/navette-shaped ring, beautiful...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Enamel Ring Emerald Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Black Enamel Ring White Diamonds 14k Gold Plated Shooting Star Cocktail Ring Designer J DAUPHIN This Black Enamel Bubble large cocktail ring has a shooting star motif swe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Cabochon Moonstone & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian cluster ring showcases a stunning cabochon moonstone at its heart, radiating a captivating play of ligh...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian cluster ring that epitomises timeless elegance. At its centre, this ring showcases a captivati...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.0 Ct Rose Cut Diamond plus 18 KT/Silver Target ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This very pretty antique Victorian ring is 1880 circa. Italian origin. lovely Target design skilfully hand crafted during the time of solid 18 KT gold with silver portions, The ring ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Gold & Silver, Victorian Rose Diamond Enamel Poison Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Enamel Poison Ring 9ct Gold & Silver Circa 1900 A striking and rare example of late Victorian ingenuity and ornamentation, this circa 1900 poison ring features...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Enamel
A Powerful 18kt French Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A Powerful French Victorian 14 Kt signet ring that shows all the signs of a powerful family. There is an arm raised up showing a dagger. This symbol shows the willingness to prevail....
18k Gold, 14k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Carved Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Step into elegance with this stunning Victorian trilogy ring, crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold. The c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Diamond Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring, Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1870 This is a Victorian cluster ring crafted in 15ct gold, dating to around 1870. At its centre sits a modest old-cut diamond, en...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
High Victorian Ring with coral 14k yellow gold 2.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - ring size U.S. 8 – EU. 18.25(56) detailed description: The top of the ring is oval in shape, measuring 1.6 cm by 7.3 mm high. Ring size U.S. ...
Coral, 14k 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
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
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
18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Birmingham, Date Letter Worn 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in alternatin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Turquoise and Twinkling Diamond Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A perfect Turquoise and Diamond Ring that brings sparkles of delight from the Victorian era in England. The turquoise gems are round interspersed with old european round diamonds for...
18k Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Old Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1890s, 18ct Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An exceptional Victorian opal and diamond trilogy ring dating to the circa 1890s, crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. Details * Victorian opal and diamond trilogy ring * Circa 1890s *...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold TW ~2.30 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian five-stone ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features old mine cut diamonds: TW ~2.30ct, SI2-P1. Circa 1880. Weight: 4.04g Size: 17.25 (US 7) IMPORTANT: plea...
Diamond, Gold
Antique 18kt Gold Five Stone Diamond Ring, Circa 1890, 2.8ct
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 19th Century Size: 6 ½ Carats: 2,8 ct Weight: 5,90 gr The ring, made of 18-karat silver and gold, can be ascribed to Victorian goldsmith production of the late 19th c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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
Antique Victorian 10K Rose Gold Leaf Engraved Faceted Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique rose gold faceted band ring. In 10 karat rose gold. With engraved leaf decoration throughout and 16 facets. Simply a wonderful Victorian band ring! Date: Late 19th...
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds a central diamond set in a star and trios either side. The central diamond measures 5pts. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1882. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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
Crystal Quartz Ring Black Enamel Victorian style Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Holy Word Ring Crystal Quartz 14k Gold Plated Silver Black Enamel Kabbalah Memento Mori Statement Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN The Holy Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling ...
Quartz, Crystal, Enamel, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Solitaire Ring Sz 6.75 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Sweet antique Victorian era ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut opal measures 12mm x 10mm (estimated at 3.50 carats). The opal is in good cond...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Diamond Marquise/Navette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian marquise/navette-shaped ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold, and adorned with a fantastic arrangement o...
Diamond, 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
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 8.1 grams - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25(
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with coral - 8.1 grams - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25(57) Detailed description: the top of the ring is in a oval shape 2.3 cm and 1.6 cm wide by 1.1 cm hi...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Double Snake Head Aquamarine Emerald & Ruby Gold Ring Designer: J Dauphin Materials: 14k Gold-Plated Brass Stone: Aquamarine (Marquise-cut), Emerald (2), Ruby (2) Category...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
Antique 18ct Gold & Silver, Early Victorian Moonstone, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Gold & Silver Circa 1865 Step back in time with this exquisite early Victorian ring, crafted with exceptional attention to detail. This stunning piece...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Garnet Diamond Ring Gold Cushion Cut Bohemian Garnet 3 Stone Ring Engagement
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to have this stunning Bohemian Garnet and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold. The fabulous ring has three square cushion cut Garnets of great beauty. The Bohemian Garn...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
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
Victorian paste diamond synthetic sapphire 14k gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming Victorian ring is a beautifully detailed jewel from the 1900’s, centered by an antique pear shape paste stone crafted from hand-cut glass. Its softly faceted surface an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Portuguese 5ct Unheated Burmese Raspberry Spinel & Old-Mine Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary, investment-grade heirloom centred on an approximately 5.00-carat natural, unheated Burmese spinel of exceptional museum quality, originating from Mogok, Burma (Myanmar), with no indications of heat treatment. The centre stone displays a highly coveted, deeply saturated raspberry-pink hue with outstanding transparency and an ultra-rare 100% eye-clean clarity profile, radiating remarkable brilliance and life. Sourced from the historic old mines of Mogok — the legendary "Valley of Rubies" — this completely untreated specimen is an absolute rarity at this significant carat weight; fine unheated Mogok spinels...
Diamond, Spinel
VICTORIAN Ring with old mine cut diamond up to 1.00ct 14k yellow gold 5.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct - K - P1 - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 9.5 mm wide weight 5.5 grams ri...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise & Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1899
Located in Brighton, GB
Turquoise & Pearl Ring 15ct Gold Victorian- Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 Fabulous Hand Engraved Shoulders. UK Size K US Size 5 1/2 Can be resized using our resizing service, p...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Light Blue Enamel Ring Divine Band Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Motto Band Ring 14k Gold Plated Brass Light Blue Enamel Designer: J Dauphin The Divine Band Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass. This wi...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Antique 2.5ct Old Cushion Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring, 1890s Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian three stone carved half hoop diamond ring, three old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 2.5 carats. Centering an o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Opal and Diamond Ring of 12k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique ring dates to the late Victorian or Edwardian era, circa 1890–1910. The ring features three opals displaying vibrant play-of-color surrounded by a halo of single-cut dia...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Boat Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Boat Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Two row- sapphire & diamond boat shaped ring Dazzling blue sapphires accompanied by bea...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold and silver 4.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver ring set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.30ct – G/H – SI – ring size U.S. 7 - EU 17.25(54) Detailed description the top of the ring is 2.6 cm wide and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond and Ruby 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds a central diamond set in a star and two rubies either side. The central diamond measures 4pts. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1895. Ring Size: O or 7...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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
Diamond Marquis Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J DAUPHIN “Eternal Renewal” White Sapphire Snake Ring – Victorian Ouroboros Design with Emerald and Ruby Eyes A symbolic and timeless creation by J DAUPHIN, the “Eternal Renewal” ri...
Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, Gold Plate
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
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
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