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.
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
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
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 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
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 earrings with rose cut diamond up to 2.40ct 18k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
VICTORIAN 18k gold and silver earrings set with rose-cut diamonds totaling 2.40ct – G/H – SI detailed description: dimensions of the earring are 1.6 cm long by 8.4 mm wide Weight ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute floral hexagon earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a wire to go through your earlobe and are decorated with flo...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1870s 8k Gold Estate Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Antique Circa 1870s 8k Gold Estate Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.4...
Diamond, Gold
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
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...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver & Gold 2.74ct Old European Diamond Dormeuse Earrings
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A pair of antique, Early 20th Century, silver and gold two-stone old European diamond dormeuse earrings. This earring style has become so pop...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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 3.50ct Diamond Cluster Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian period, these diamond cluster earrings are truly beautiful. Hand crafted in 18 carat yellow gold they feature a 0.50 carat old cut diamonds at the centre...
Diamond, 18k Gold
3.37 Carat Fancy Yellow & Colorless Diamond Halo Drop Earrings, GIA report. 18K.
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an exquisite set of Victorian Style Drop Diamond Earrings, highlighting a central duo of impeccably matched pear-cut, Fancy Yellow Diamond with a combined weight of 2.03 C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold - Turquoise & diamonds
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
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Cluster Earrings, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Victorian pearl and diamond cluster earrings. A matching pair, set to centre with a round natural saltwater pearl in a hal...
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Earring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 grams. ...
Diamond, Gold
Late Victorian Diamond and Natural Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Late Victorian 19th Century 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Earrings 8.5mm Natural Pearls 32 Old Mine Cut Diamonds = 3.80 Carat F-H Color, VS Clarity 1.25"...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Earrings. 2TCW Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Primary Stone Color: I-J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2-SI1 Clarity Jewelry Ty...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$10,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond Earrings. 2TCW Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Primary Stone Color: I-J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2-SI1 Clarity Jewelry Type: Lever-Back Earrings Jewelry Style: Prong-Set Metal: Platinum This exquisite pair of antique 18k yellow gold earrings...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 10.00ct Amethyst Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian era, these stunning earrings feature two 5.00 carat amethysts. Each gem is oval cut and set into 9 carat yellow gold. Hand carved floral metalwork surrounds t...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold And Platinum Diamond Porcelain Cameo Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity. The box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
5.69 Carat Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.69 Carat Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Earrings These earrings have 2 Natural Oval Cut Opals that weigh 2.95 Carats. They are surrounded by Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Style 3.00 Ct Mine Diamond Twin Solitaire Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Superb pair of good sized Diamond drop earrings superbly hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold topped by silver Classy Victorian style design with a gorgeous open work and darkened silver pie setting...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Paste Stone Mother of Pearl 18 KT Star Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Sparkling Stars These gorgeous Victorian period earrings are 1890 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT solid rose gold Lovely Star design centred by a shimmering Mother of Pearl centre pie...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian Era Pink Gold and Sterling Silver Rubies Duster Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
These Victorian era inspiration pair of earrings are crafted in 9 Kt pink gold and topped in sterling silver. They feature 14brilliant cut Rubies which gave a star pattern design. Th...
Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold
South Sea Golden Pearl 18k Gold Diamond White Yellow Cluster Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
An extraordinary pair of delightful Golden South Sea Pearl earrings, set in 18k Tri-color gold, this special piece is made with six large 10mm each High Luster Australian South Sea n...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Wh...
$2,480
H 1.19 in W 1.19 in
Large 18K Gold & Platinum Flower Earrings with 8.5mm Akoya Pearls & Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
These vintage earrings are large, sexy and dramatic, yet lightweight enough to be worn comfortably. And converted from their original clip-ons (ouch!) to posts with omega keepers, t...
Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Go...
$284Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 2 in
Marina J. Baroque Pearl & Black Onyx Earrings with solid 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair is made of two Baroque Pearls, displaying a beautiful iridescent luster that softly flashes hues of pinks and blues. The Pearls are s...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Simple antique elegance, made of 18K yellow gold. Floral inspired with hand painted black enamel accents and natural freshwater pearl centers, this ha...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,059 / set
W 0.43 in L 0.85 in
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Pearl and 0.82ct Diamond Earrings, Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique pearl, 0.82 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold earrings; part of our pearl jewellery collection. These stunning, fine and impressive a...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever-Back Daisy Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat rose gold, and silver, mixed hallmark. Important lever-back earrings, each adorned in the center with a claw-retained rose-cut diamond in a dou...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Tulip Flower 18K Yellow White and Rose Gold Modern Hoop Design Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Scarlet Collection, beautiful pair of hoops modern earrings handcrafted in 18 karats yellow, white and rose gold. These joyful earrings are composed of a Yellow Gold flower branch that turns on itself and ends with a tulip flower. The hook of these modern and classy earrings is a lever back placed behind the branch of the flower. Two jointed hoops symbol of Joy made in 18 Karats Yellow and White Gold complete the space. These handmade earrings are a tribute to the blossoming of spring. All flowers have a meaning: the meaning of the tulip is precisely that of true love. In the Ottoman Empire, it was synonymous with wealth and power as the sultans threw lavish parties in their royal courts to celebrate the first flowering of the tulips. Tulip flower earrings by Rossella Ugolini. Each piece in this beautiful 18K gold set is made up of three colors of gold: yellow, white and rose. Each element is jointed to give a sinuous and joyful movement. These earrings are hand made mirrored and the flowers have right and left sides to give symmetry when worn. They are unique in their design and handmade by master jewelers in Rome Italy. Tulip Flowers Earrings to complete your favorite outfits and make the best figure that captures the attention, showing that nothing has been left to chance. Details: Rossella Ugolini Flowers Collection 18 Karats Yellow, White and Rose Gold Circle Hoop...
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large rose cut diamond earrings with an estimate weight of 3 carats in floral design centeral stone diameter 6.60mm each in full rose cut facets flanked with smaller rose cut diamonds unfoiled back excellent spark earrings head diameter 16.80mm in 10k gold setting and 3.3cm length dates back to the victorian era 1850.c comes...
Antique Silver & Gold 2.74ct Old European Diamond Dormeuse Earrings
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A pair of antique, Early 20th Century, silver and gold two-stone old European diamond dormeuse earrings. This earring style has become so pop...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$10,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond Earrings. 2TCW Cushion Cut Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Primary Stone Color: I-J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2-SI1 Clarity Jewelry Type: Lever-Back Earrings Jewelry Style: Prong-Set Metal: Platinum This exquisite pair of antique 18k yellow gold earrings...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique victorian 10k gold rose cut diamond earrings centered with 1 large diamond flanked with smaller diamonds in detaled prongs with estimate weight of 1.5 carats back foiled date...
French, 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Lever, Back Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earring in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Antique earrings, in the bright rose gold, they are formed of an openwork disc, decorated each one with 7 natura...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
W 0.46 in L 0.67 in
Antique 18ct gold dormeuses - Rare French Victorian floral sleepers - Horse head
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute French Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat patina yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a front closure and are decorated with many litt...
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct gold jewelry - Rare French Victorian sleepers - Pearl Dormeuses
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are shaped in the form of a blooming flower, decorated with little ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct gold jewelry - Rare French Victorian sleepers - Pearl Dormeuses
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these magnificent French Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat dark rose yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are decorated with star ornaments, romantic...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
Earrings with old mine and rose cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver drop earrings set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.40ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the front of the ear stud is 3.9 cm long by 0.5 cm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Sold
W 0.42 in L 0.73 in
18K lover earrings - Small & light Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these cute French Napoleon III earrings. These 18 ct yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) have a front closure and are decorated with flower shaped ornam...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Antique floral dormeuse sleepers - solid gold - Turquoise & diamonds
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
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely pair of Victorian lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece features cultured pearls. Circa 1890. Weight: 4.84g Length: 1.7cm Diameter: 1.3cm IMP...
Pearl, Gold
Antique Circa 1900s Ottoman 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Rose Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-2 clarity. The box is not included. Please contact for...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Old Cut Diamond Blue Enamel Star Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely pair of a Victorian star shape lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold and adorned with blue enamel. The piece features old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. Ci...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Boucles d'oreilles de la fin du 19ème siècle en or 18 carats et émail
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucles d'oreilles anciennes en or 18 carats (750 millièmes) de la fin du 19ème siècle. De forme rectangulaire, elles sont soulignées d'émail blanc. Poids total du bijou : 1,71 g e...
18k Gold
Vintage Victorian Coral & Rose Cut Dangle Earrings
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving these vintage earrings!! You rarely find true antique earrings from this era. Let alone in this condition! Earring Details Material: 18K Rose Gold Era: Victorian 1840 ...
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Dormeuse Lever-Back Earrings
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing pair of Victorian “dormeuse” or “sleeper” lever-back earrings. It is crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. The piece features rose cut diamonds. Weight: 4.99g Length:...
Diamond, Gold