Edwardian 1905 Guilloche Enameled Locket Pendant In 18Kt Gold With Rose Cut Diamonds
German locket pendant from the Edwardian period.
Fabulous round locket pendant, created during the Edwardian period in Germany back in the 1900. This beautiful colorful piece has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with accents in platinum and is fitted with invisible hinges and a movable oval ring on top to display in a chain or necklace.
Embellished around with incised designs of geometric leaves and the surfaces are treated with a delicate satin frosted finish. The center display a panel decorated with applications of blue enamel over a guilloche surface. Inside the locket are two gold rims frames that are holding thin pieces of glass to display pictures or mementos of the loved ones.
Diamonds: Mounted with 25 European rose cut diamonds, 0.60 carats, F/G/H color, VS/SI clarity. The diamonds settings are finished with millegrain patterns.
Weight: 16.25 Grams, (10.41 Dwt).
Measurements: 35 mm by 45 mm by 7 mm (1.38 x 1.78 x 0.28 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark monogram, the gold assay mark and signed inside two cartouches, "JG 18KT".
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: Guilloché is used in fine jewelry to enhance the appearance of brooches, rings and pendants. Guilloché enamel refers to metal pieces that have been given the Guilloché treatment and then covered with a translucent layer of enamel, giving the geometric patterns underneath the enamel a colorful hue.
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.
Condition: The overall condition of this locket is excellent with all parts originals from the stated period. There is little normal wear with no damage to the gold. The diamonds and the enamel are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P091622MAEM/.3906
