Antique Jewelry: Victorian Necklaces

Victorian necklaces are typically made of yellow gold. Many feature elaborate carving and engraving, inspired by the jewelry of ancient times. Black enamel in the taille d'epergne technique is another characteristic of these antique necklaces.

Antique lockets are a particular favorite among Victorian jewelry collectors. They often contain old photographs of the wearer's loved ones, like little time capsules. Victorian lockets have beautiful engraved designs, sometimes incorporating the owner's initials.

Cameos were also worn extensively during the Victorian age. They were worn on a gold chain, or on a black velvet ribbon high on the neck. Antique cameos are wonderful jewelry collectibles from this time period.

Victorian slide chains can also be found on the market today. These long gold chains have small decorated and jeweled slides that move along them, allowing one to shorten or lengthen them. Pocket watches are often hung from the ends of these antique chains.