-Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Necklace In Platinum And 18Kt Gold With 15.12 Ctw Peridot And Diamonds

Edwardian gem set convertible necklace with peridot.

Beautiful piece of jewelry, created during the late Edwardian period in the art-nouveau style, circa 1908. This beautiful necklace as been exceptionally crafted in solid platinum .900/.999 and yellow gold of 18 karats. It is very versatile and can be converted into a brooch since is fitted at the reverse with a pair of discrete hooks to wear in a chain like pictured and a hinged pin bar with a mechanical lock to wear as a brooch.

Embellished with a great selection of natural earth mined gemstones. 

Peridot: Mounted in the center in a bezel setting, with one hexagonal kite step cut (16 x 15 x 9 mm) of a natural vivid intense green peridot of 12.47 carats.

Diamonds: All 258 diamonds are the originals old European round cut, they are gem quality, graduated in size and matched in color, white colorless E/F and VS-1 / VS-2 clarity. They are perfectly mounted in bezels and pave millegrain settings, with a combined weight of 2.65 carats.

Weight: 29.85 Grams, (19.13 Dwt).

Measurements: The chain is 18 Inches (45.72 Cm) and the pendant itself is 41 mm by 38 mm (1.61 x 1.49 Inches).

Hallmarks: Tested for gold .750/.999 Au, Platinum .900/.999 Pl and Iridium .100/.999 Ir.

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: The peridot displayed in this piece, is very rare, vivid green, transparent, loupe clean and very well cut with no evidence of heat treatment.

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: This piece is accompanied with an appraisal certificate stating the description and characteristic of all gemstones.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Birthstone: For the month of August.

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

INVENTORY REF: N121122TENM/.8610