Victorian jewelry

Victorian jewelry is one of the kind of ancient jewelry.The origin of this jewelry came from United kingdom during the existence of Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria was found of jewelry, and her influence contributed greatly to the many styles that developed during her reign.Period of 1837-1901 are generally classified as Victorian jewelry. Now a days these jewelry are not found only in United Kingdom,but you can easily find in many parts of the world. In 19th century European made the jewelry which is also known as Victorian jewelry.If we discuss from religion point of view, religion symbol were mainstays of jewelry design in both the Georgian and
Victorian eras.


As it is said that "History repeats itself" in 21st century this jewelry become a fashion jewelry.It is very beautiful jewelry heavy in weight and it is made up of precious metals.The quality and design of the jewelry varied owing to the demand of the people at the time. The common patter is floral design of the jewelry.Some material other than gold commonly found in victorian jewelry.The jewelry is very delicate and handle with care. Early Victorian jewelry are very delicate and engraved with many stones. But the Mid Victorian jewelry are not too much heavy, and made up of small mosaics, sea shells, agate etc.
jasper and amethyst.


Stones which are mostly found in Victorian jewelry are:-

Diamond
Ruby
Sapphire
Turquoise
Topaz
Glass, especially glass pearls
Pearls
Coral
Garnet (both red and green colors)
Emerald
Opal