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Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver - mounted (unmarked but tested) Scottish agate brooch, Scotland, Ca
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Large Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, large, Victorian, sterling silver (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate brooch. Sterling
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Unusual Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, sterling silver (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate brooch, Scotland, ca. 1880's. Lovely
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver - mounted (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate brooch, Scotland, Ca
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling and Scottish Agate Brooches
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Scottish Agate brooches are boundlessly artistic in the creation of joyful, natural color
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1860s Scottish High Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver and Paste Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique Victorian Scottish silver and paste brooch.
An engraved silver base set with
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Unusual Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate brooch with
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Beautiful Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Penannular Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, sterling silver - mounted, Scottish agate, Penannular brooch with three cairngorms
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Large Victorian Mounted Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested), Scottish agate brooch, Scotland
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Early 1900s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Mounted Scottish Banded Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, Scottish Banded Agate brooch, Scotland, Ca. 1885. @2" wide x @1
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Late 1800s Antique Scottish Agate Specimen Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This evocative brooch features various beautifully polished Scottish agate specimens and dates from
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1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate
Victorian Sterling Silver Mounted Scottish Agate Petal Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, petal brooch, Scotland, Ca. 1880's. Agates are different shades
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Brooch, Large
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian Scottish agate and Silver brooch or kilt pin.
It is a large size with
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Montrose Agate Scottish Garter Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Montrose agate brooch separately sold. I think Scottish agate is fascinating when stacked two together
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1870s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Petal / Specimen Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, Scottish agate "petal"/"specimen" brooch, Scotland, Ca. 1880's
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Slate-Backed Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, slate-backed Scottish agate brooch, Scotland, ca. 1880's
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Knot Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique Victorian, Scottish silver and agate knot brooch or pin.
Also referred to as
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Shield-Form Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large,sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate/granite shield - form brooch
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Large Citrine Jasper Bloodstone Agate Scottish Brooch Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
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Of wheel design centrally set with circular cut citrine to a close border of jaspers, bloodst...
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1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, 15k Gold
Victorian Scottish Gold and Agate Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
A Victorian Scottish Agate bracelet of hand sculpted specimen moss agates , red jasper and
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, 15k Gold
Gold and Sterling Silver Victorian Scottish Dirk Pin
Located in Towson, MD
One 9 karat rose gold and sterling silver (acid tested) Scottish Dirk pin. The pin features four
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Unusual Large Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate "Dirk" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, large, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked but tested) Scottish agate "dirk" form
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Brooch - 925 Edinburgh, Scotland Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Clasp
Theme: Scottish Thistle
Measurements
Tall: 13/16" (20.6mm)
Wide: 1 15/32" (37.1mm)
Weight: 5
Category
1910s Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Slate-Backed Scottish Agate Petal Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) , slate backed Scottish agate "petal" brooch
Category
1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Gold, Red Jasper and Bloodstone Dirk Kilt Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Scottish gold red jasper and bloodstone kilt pin in the form of a Scottish dirk. Fully
Category
19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Sword and Shield Brooch, Silver, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and unusual antique, Scottish agate and Silver sword and shield brooch.
A very
Category
19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Scottish Antique Victorian Silver Tone Shield and Crown Agate Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Scottish antique Victorian silver tone shield and crown stick pin, featuring a lovely
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Brooch, Celtic Cross
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous and grand antique, Scottish agate and Silver brooch.
It has an oval shape set with
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Agate and Silver Charm Bracelet
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous and unusual antique, late Victorian era Scottish agate and Silver charm bracelet.
The
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Gold Agate Red Jasper Citrine Brooch Kilt Pin
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian (1880-1890s) Scottish brooch or kilt pin is a classic treasure. Shaped like a sceptre
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Early 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Specimen Agate
Gold Stickpin or Lapel Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Victorian Scottish stickpin.
With flat, round agate cabochons bezel set in 14k gold cube
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold
Scottish Silver and Agate and Citrine Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique Scottish Silver and Agate and Citrine Drop Earrings c. 1880
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1880s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Citrine Agate Set Gold Skean Dhu Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
With engraved gold mounts, set with colored agates and citrines
Mounted in yellow gold
Weight: 16.8 gr
length: 93 mm
Category
1870s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Yellow Gold
Victorian Scottish Citrine Agate Set Gold Skean Dhu Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
BERNARDO Antichita' Ponte Vecchio Florence
With engraved gold mounts, set with colored agates and citrines
Mounted in 9Kt gold
Weight: 4.5 gr
length: 56 mm
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1890s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Brooch or Kilt Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Brooch or Kilt Pin.
The oval shaped pin is
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Bracelet with Padlock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Victorian Scottish agate and silver bracelet with Gucci style links
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Thistle Pin, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Naturalistically modelled faceted amethyst and 14K yellow gold thistle pin, Scottish, 19th century
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19th Century Scottish Romantic Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Victorian Scottish Silver and Agate Battle Axe and Shield Shaped Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Victorian Scottish agate brooch in the shape of a battle axe and shield.
With a
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamond and Citrine Golden Scepter Pin
Located in New York, NY
Very rare antique Scottish 14k yellow gold, diamond and citrine golden scepter stick pin, 19th
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19th Century Scottish Romantic Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate Horseshoe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Scottish Agate Horseshoe Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Inlaid grey swirled agates
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1850s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Kilt Brooch in 14 Karat Gold, Citrine and Amethyst Buds
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning Victorian Scottish Kilt Brooch has a 10 Carat (approximately) center citrine with
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1920s Scottish Late Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold
Scottish Agate Flower Cluster Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
. Both the towns of Edinburgh and Birmingham made agate jewelry a specialty of their workshops, of which
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19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Gold Garnet Carbuncle Enamel Bangle Bracelet, circa 1860s
Located in Cape May, NJ
Victorian Scottish 15K Gold Garnet Carbuncle Enamel Bangle Bracelet c.1860's
The piece is done in
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1860s Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Antique Scottish Silver and Quartz Thistle Pendant/Brooch, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful large antique Scottish silver "Three Thistles" pendant/brooch.
The Thistle flower is
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19th Century Scottish Romantic Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Quartz, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Citrine Bangle, 9 Karat Gold, Boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful rare antique Scottish citrine and 9 karat gold bangle.
It has a slim wirework body
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Early 20th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Antique Silver Scottish Kilt Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Scottish Kilt Pin.
You can use this as a brooch or coat pin.
Run a scarf through as
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Late 19th Century Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Fancy Scottish Silver Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Scottish brooch. It is a rare brooch made by these well known silversmiths with their telltale link and
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1860s Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
15ct Gold Victorian Ornate Clan MacKay Scottish Carnelian Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
. This beautiful pendant features the Scottish Clan MacKay crest of the hand holding the dagger with the
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 18K Scottish Carnelian Signet Ring with "McPherson"Coat of Arms Intaglio
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fabulous Scottish carnelian signet ring with a fierce looking Scottish wildcat in mid growl or hiss
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1840s Scottish George IV Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1914 Masonic Scottish Rite Enamel Gold Medal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Masonic Scottish Rite 33rd degree commemorative enamel and gold medal dated 1914. The custom made
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1910s Unknown Artisan Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Dirk Brooch, Agate
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique, Scottish agate and Silver Dirk brooch.
It has an amethyst paste stone to
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19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Knot Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and grand antique, Scottish agate and Silver knot brooch.
It has an infinity loop
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19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
width is 3/16". Scottish agate jewelry was popularized by Queen Victoria and while most of the agate
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Mid-18th Century British High Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
1880 Victorian Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Anchor Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a unique 1880 Victorian anchor pin crafted in Sterling Silver and set with Scottish Agate
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1880s Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Silver Garter Brooch Pin c1890
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful large Victorian sterling silver Scottish agate garter brooch; The stones are Montrose and
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish agate bracelet, Sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
Antique Scottish agate pieces are truly a magnificent sight to behold and are always a winner here
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19th Century British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Agate Butterfly Brooch Set in Silver
Located in Baltimore, MD
for any style of dress. Both towns of Edinburgh and Birmingham are credited with making agate jewelry
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1870s British Victorian Scottish Antique Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
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Scottish Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of scottish antique jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of scottish antique jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of scottish antique jewelry over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Adam Graham and James Erskine are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of scottish antique jewelry of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Agate, from our inventory of 313, is particularly popular. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and uncut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of scottish antique jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Scottish Antique Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of scottish antique jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $23,139, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,090.
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.
Questions About Scottish Antique Jewelry
- What is Scottish pebble jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Scottish pebble jewelry refers to accessories set with semiprecious stones found in Scotland. Depending on the piece, the earrings, watches, pendants, rings and other jewelry may feature agate, granite, cairngorm and other stones. Most have sterling silver settings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Scottish pebble jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry 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 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.
- 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.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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