EDWARDIAN 1900 French Platinum Chain In Blue And White Guilloche Enamels
French Edwardian enameled chain.
This fantastic necklace chain, was created in Paris France during the early Edwardian period, back in the 1900. The beautiful chain has been carefully crafted in solid platinum with high polished finish and is composed by twenty-two cylindrical links which are embellished with engine turned Guilloché design and topped with navy blue and white glass enamel. It is fitted with security lock and a bale with three little rose cut diamonds to hang a pendant, a watch or a locket. The chain can be used long or shorter.
Weight: 14.85 Grams, (9.55 Dwt).
Length: 24 Inches, (60 Cm).
Measurements: Each enameled cylinder-link is 15 mm by 2 mm (0.59 x 0.08 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks for the assay and warranty of the platinum.
The 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.
Guilloché
This technique 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.
Collateral: This chain-necklace is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this necklace chain is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the platinum. All parts and the enamels are secured in their settings. This chain has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: N091224BINM/.4283
