Steampunk Jewelry, earrings, necklace, chains, bracelets

Of all the other steampunk endeavors, such as steampunk clothing and other artistic mediums, the one that really takes talent is steampunk jewelry making. Whether the steampunk jewelry was handmade or bought in a store or online, the wearer probably has something truly unique. And that is one of the tenets of steampunk—no two pieces of anything you wear has to be the same as someone else. In fact, the most unique pieces of jewelry—rather flashy or small and intricate—can be classified as steampunk. Really, no one can make or set the rules for steampunk jewelry; however, there are some things to keep in mind when either buying or making your own.

One of the biggest crowd pleasures to steampunk jewelry and the ensuing culture is the earring. A steampunk earring can be large or small, metallic, colorful or even gaudy. Some people believe that the steampunk earring should be made of vintage pieces, say out of an old vintage pocket watch or gears from an old clock or musical box. Unlike most jewelry, however, steampunk jewelry shows the gears, springs and other bits and pieces that are usually hidden. The motive behind this method is to simultaneously make the watch look both futuristic and vintage.

Another category of steampunk jewelry is the necklace. Imagine if you will a medallion like necklace, intricate and metallic. However, upon closer look, it is made up of several parts. First, the main part of the necklace is one large clock gear, with notches all the way around. On top of that, there are some smaller gearings and even some burnished flowers. The chain connectors are small clock springs and the clasp is two interlocking rigs from the inside of an old music box. Perhaps there’s even an inscription or message from the Victorian era. You see, the necklace is as unique in appearance as it is creative, with pieces from the past combined to give a look of the present. This is just one simple example of steampunk jewelry.

Steampunk jewelry can be any number of items; it’s not just limited to earrings and necklaces, mind you. In fact, steampunk jewelry can be anything decorative from head to toe. A steampunk outfit may include earrings, eyeglasses, ear cartilage rings, nose rings, lip or tongue rings, pendants, beads, bracelets, charms, cuffs, fobs, pins, hatpins, studs, hair torsades, attachments for your belt, piercings in the nether regions, leg clasps, arm clasps, anklets, toe rings and even shoe charms. In due time, there may even be steampunk body art, such as tattoos and the like.

Below are just a few of the Steampunk/Victorian style jewelry items you can buy right now. If you don't want to participate in auction style bidding, check out the listings below.

	Victorian Style Black Beaded Choker Average Rating:
	Don't jet off without this must-have layered necklace. Your little black dress won't be complete without it. Featuring a choker style, made of various shapes and sizes multifaceted jet-black, plastic beads, offering a Victorian look...

	Julie's Victorian Style Wedding Band Average Rating:
	Get old fashioned elegance with this Victorian Style Wedding Band. This beautiful sterling silver wedding band is 1/3 inch wide and holds a lovely intricate vintage style design of 1 mm and 2 mm diamond cubic zirconias...

	Sterling Silver Honey Amber Victorian Pendant, 18"
	Genuine honey amber stars in this vintage-inspired pendant. The oval amber stone is featured in a sterling silver setting with a fancy heart-shaped knot and leaf design. An 18-inch rolo link chain completes the design.

	Sterling Silver Dark Victorian Style Amethyst Choker Necklace
	8x6mm Genuine Amethyst Cabachons (5 pieces 3/4" long)18" Long, Center setting is 4" WideWeight is 18 gramsHook & Eye ClaspMarked 925

	Sterling Silver Honey Amber Victorian Pendant, 18"
	This vintage-inspired small pendant features a marquise of golden honey amber in a decorative scalloped beadwork frame. Crafted in 925 sterling silver and appointed with a hinged bail, it presents on an 18-inch rolo link chain.

Until then, however, there will always be a crowd of steampunk jewelry lovers. The ideas are also becoming more mainstream and popular among upper-, middle- and lower-classes of society. The look can be stylish for the young and old alike. Though older folks may not want to walk around with a lot of piercings, they can sport steampunk jewelry through the spirit of certain designs, such as rings, watches and hat pins attached to a steampunk vintage hat. The style of steampunk jewelry, too, goes great with almost any outfit, especially a night out on the town. Some steampunk jewelry is made for casual, everyday wear while other pieces are created for a certain outfit or look (or party). The trends of steampunk jewelry are growing and it is possible to buy, make, and even sell your achievements on the Internet. Because of the growing steampunk crowd, there is sure to be a fan base large enough to keep the movement in full gear.

Buying Steampunk Jewelry does not have to drain your wallet and you shouldn't have to spend hours online looking for it. We've made it easy and are showing the most current listings that you can bid on. If you don't see one you like, bookmark this page and check back often since the listings change daily.