Edwardian Diamond Brooch/Pendant Necklace

A short era, lasting just 13 years (1901-1914) the edwardian period was extravagant and resplendent, much like the king of the time edward vii. Edward was a lover of luxury and this led to a revival of handcrafted jewellery using platinum and diamonds. The style of the time was delicate and filigree settings were popular. Pearls were more expensive than diamonds and a status symbol for higher society, and were often paired with diamonds to make ornate jewellery. Tiaras and short or long pearl necklaces were popular, as were longer more extravagant earrings and brooches. This era of extravagance ended at the beginning of world war i, though edward himself died four years earlier in 1910.

An edwardian jade, diamond and pearl necklace, the necklace comprising a long chain with six old brilliant-cut diamond-set bow-shape motifs, with a pearl set on each centre, joined together with a chain, set with two pearls between each motif, suspending a rectangular carved jade plaque, set on diamond-set border of twisted ribbon and bow design, suspending a larger carved jade, all set to a platinum mount, circa 1915, the chain measuring aopproximately 64cm in length, gross weight 22. 5 grams. This beautiful early twentieth century piece features two carved jade plaques. This necklace is typically edwardian in style, with delicate open work platinum set with glittering diamonds.

Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Necklace

Edwardian 18k white gold and diamond ring. (available at yates & co. Jewelers) queen alexandra's favorite color was purple. King edward's was green. So naturally, much edwardian jewelry was made with gemstones in these colors. These gemstones were peridot, emeralds, green garnets and amethyst. These gems looked lovely against the white metal platinum, so favored during this time period. They were almost as popular as diamonds and pearls during the edwardian era. Moonstones and opals were also popular. Queen alexandra influenced both edwardian jewelry and fashion. She was known for her diamond and pearl tiaras and “dog collars. " she also wore long strands of pearls wrapped loosely around her neck several times.

Edwardian Diamond Band Ring

Price£3,500. 00 edwardian sapphire & diamond 'gypsy' ring c. 1919 price£2,500. 00.

Edwardian peachy pear diamond pendant - image courtesy of adin edwardian style jewelry was made between 1901 - 1914 investing in antique jewelry from the edwardian jewelry genealogy has an unquenchable appetite. This brief, rose-water period, was the forerunner to what i call "the white period" in which shivering colorless crystals & stones were on the hymeneal altar with white hard metals. If you were captivated by the fashion and jewelry worn by passengers on the titanic then this area of antique jewelry investing could be worth considering. The famous actress, kate winslet (who starred as rose in the titanic movie) was wearing edwardian fashion and jewelry.

The edwardian era follows the reign of england’s king edward vii. King edward vii reigned from 1901-1910 and was the last monarch to serve as a namesake in jewelry history. This very important jewelry period, also known as la belle epoque era, is the first time platinum was officially a part of the jewelry scene. Although platinum was first crafted together with gold, it very quickly grew in popularity and was later an item of its own. Diamonds and pearls retained their prestigious status during this period. Compared to those of the victorian era, edwardian engagement rings and other pieces from the edwardian era are ornate, intricate, and flowery.

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Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Lavalière

Timothy hardie, jewellers located in perth, scotland specialises in antique, vintage and contemporary diamond rings and coloured stone set jewellery. Timothy hardie also has a range of south sea and tahitian pearls, cultured and freshwater cultured pearls and a range of silverware  and silver sporting models. We also stock a  wide range of contemporary silver jewellery browse through our extensive catalogue of quality victorian and edwardian pieces by clicking on the boxes below.

Antique Edwardian Five Stone Diamond Ring 2.36Ct Diamond Circa 1905

£1,575. 00 edwardian 3 stone diamond engagement ring in 18ct gold;  for ladies who love antique engagement rings, this one is a beauty. It is formed as a trilogy with 3 old european cut diamonds totalling 0. 65ct and 8 small diamond accents weighing 0. 05ct (total diamond weight: 0. 70ct). The diamonds are set over a carved and scrolled gallery and carved shoulders. Weight: 3. 5gm. Measurements of the head of the ring: 17mm x 5mm x 3. 5mm depth. Stamped  w. G & s maker’s mark, 18ct and tested as 18ct gold. This pretty ring is in excellent condition.