-French 1905 Edwardian Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Red Rubies

Edwardian belle epoque bow-brooch.

Very handsome pair from the Belle Epoque period, created during the Edwardian era (1901-1910), back in the 1905. This beautiful pair of dangle earrings has been carefully crafted in the shape of Maltese crosses in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and fitted with French hinged hooks. Embellished with a great selection of natural earth mined gemstones with the entire settings finished with millegrain patterns. Very delicate and feminine, this brooch is a great addition to your jewelry collection.

Diamond: Mount in the center and around in a millegrain settings, with 26 Old European round cut and old rose cut diamond, 0.44 carats, F/G color, VS/SI clarity.

Rubies: Mounted in French flush settings, with 8 trillion faceted cut of natural vivid red rubies, with a combined weight of 1.04 carats. The settings are impeccable and finished with millegrain patterns.

Weight: 3.50 Grams (2.24 Dwt).

Measurements: 18 mm by 14 mm (0.71 x 0.55 Inches). 

Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the head of the eagle for the assay and guarantee of the 18kt gold and the maker's maitre mark inside a lozange cartouche.

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: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box

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: E050623CNMK/.0841