-Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Bow Brooch In platinum With 3.35 Ctw In Diamonds

Edwardian belle époque bow-brooch.

An statement piece from the Belle Epoque period, created during the Edwardian era (1901-1910), back in the 1905. This beautiful and rare brooch was carefully crafted in the shape of a bow, a classical Edwardian motif. Carefully crafted in solid .900/.999 platinum and is fitted with a hinged horizontal pin bar with a mechanical lock to wear. Embellished with a great selection of natural earth mined diamonds with all the settings finished with millegrain patterns. Very delicate and feminine, this brooch is a great addition to your jewelry collection.

Diamond: Mount in the center in a millegrain bezel setting, with 1 Old European round diamond of 1.15 carats, K color, VS-2 clarity

Diamonds: Mounted in French flush settings, with 26 old European round and round single cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 2.05 carats, white colorless F/H/I color, VS/SI clarity. The settings are impeccable finished with millegrain patterns.

Weight: 9.3 Grams (5.96 Dwt).

Measurements: 35 mm by 32 mm (1.38 x 1.26 Inches). 

Hallmarks: No marks, tested for .900 platinum.

Edwardian era, like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901-1910). Edwardian jewelry is known for representing femininity while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the more, the merrier – and used fashionable, intricate techniques such as filigree and millegrain. Edwardian rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band. Millegraining, a new decorative technique made possible by the use of platinum, is featured often on Edwardian jewelry. Its border of delicate balls and ridges surrounding a gemstone or on the knife sharp edges of a design served to give jewelry a softer, lighter look.

Note: Millegrain is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box

Collateral: It is accompanied by an appraisal document prepared by a Gia certified gemologist, dated 11/04/22.

Condition: The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the platinum. All diamonds, are secured in the settings and all parts are working properly. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P050623ACNM/.2682