Antique Victorian Jewelry
1860s English Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Amboyna
1880s British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Wood, Paper
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s French Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Enamel
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Antique Victorian Jewelry
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Agate, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1890s Antique Victorian Jewelry
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1850s Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Coral, Pearl, 9k Gold
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Pearl, Peridot, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Coral, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1860s British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1800s Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Emerald
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Agate, Amethyst, Gold-filled, Brass
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1870s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Citrine, 15k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
14k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1890s European Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Enamel
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s European Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, 15k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Turquoise, Pearl, Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
1860s British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Agate, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s European Late Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Jewelry
Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Victorian Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique Victorian Jewelry?
A Close Look at victorian Jewelry
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To be able to tell if jewelry is Victorian, a buyer can look for certain characteristics that have come to define these pieces, but it may be difficult given that no single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and snake jewels made during the Victorian era came in a vast array of styles. Romantic period jewelry featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. 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. The best way to tell if jewelry is Victorian is generally to work with an antiques appraiser or otherwise qualified professional in the jewelry industry. Shop a collection of antique Victorian jewelry from some of the world's top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
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