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Victorian rings come in a vast array of styles. Thanks to the
industrial revolution, the Middle Classes were burgeoning and high quality jewellery became very much in
demand. The Victorians wore jewellery to show off their social standing and wealth. As the
empire reached out to distant, exotic shores, Victorian jewellery became more and more exciting, incorporating more
and more new and unusual gemstones such as tourmaline and tanzanite, moonstone and mother of pearl. This era
really was alive with creativity, making it an ideal genre to pick up second hand rings from today. Though
expensive metals like platinum and expensive stones like diamonds were all the rage with the upper classes, the
lower classes likewise developed a taste for pretty things. The trade in fashion jewellery likewise
flourished, meaning that inexpensive used rings from the Victorian era made from silver are equally plentiful on
the market today.
After the death of Prince Albert, the Victorians opted for a
understated colours and designs. Prior to this, however, the fashion was for bold colours and daring designs,
making early Victorian jewellery some of the most lavish on the market.
A name synonymous with the Victorian era is, of course,
Cartier. Cartier came to fame in the early part of Victoria's reign, known as the "Romantic Period" in the
Art world. Cartier second hand rings are hugely sought after and are really the crème de la crème of the
vintage jewellery market, commanding huge prices today. There are, nonetheless, some wonderful examples of
Victorian rings on the market for those on a more modest budget. It's perfectly possible to pick up a great
used ring from the Victorian era for less than £100.
Jet jewellery is synonymous with the Victorian period. After
the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria took to mourning clothes, and this black stone became incredibly popular
with the public. Queen Victoria, after all, was extremely popular with her British subjects and fashions
followed her into mourning as the public showed their sympathy for their beloved Queen.
We're delighted to present a fantastic range of Victorian jewellery
available for sale on eBay today at some extremely reasonable prices. Scroll down to take a look. There
are some fantastic jet used rings on offer for those on a more modest budget, right up to platinum, diamond
spangled rings. Don't forget, some of these second hand rings are very rare - indeed, some are one of a kind
- so buy now to avoid disappointment.
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