EDWARDIAN 1908 Convertible Pendant-Brooch In 10Kt Yellow Gold & Natural Pearls

An Edwardian convertible pendant-brooch with pearls.

This is a very beautiful convertible pendant-brooch created in America during the Edwardian period, between the 1900 and 1910. This outstanding convertible pendant-brooch has been carefully crafted in the shape of a rosette of six, in solid yellow gold of 10 karats with polished finish and mounted with sixty-one white pearls. This piece is fitted at the reverse with a horizontal hinged pin bar with a mechanical lock to wear as a brooch and a retractable hinged round ring to wear in a chain as a pendant.

Country: United States

Period: Edwardian, 1900-1910.

Pearls: Mounted in inlaid settings, with 54 halves round white-gray pearl of 1 mm.

Pearls: Mounted in bar settings, with 7 round white pearl calibrated between 4 and 6 mm.

Weight: 6.98 Grams (4.46 Dwt).

Measurements: 43 mm by 38 mm by 8 mm (1.70 x 1.50 x 0.31 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and the gold assay mark, "10KT".

Edwardian Jewelry Period

The Edwardian Jewelry Period was during the King Edward VII, after whom this period of jewelry history is named, reigned over England for only nine years, yet the style of jewelry known as “Edwardian” was created roughly between 1890 and 1920. Edwardian-era rings tend to be larger, opulent pieces, and stacked ring designs were popular. The metal surfaces of the rings were often diamond-encrusted for additional shimmer. Each of these rings is a work of art, showcasing a bygone era of grace, elegance and the royalty the Edwardian era is named for.

Collateral: This Edwardian pendant-brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this Edwardian pendant-brooch is impeccable. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the gold. The 61 pearls are secured in the setting. This piece was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P030126RNNH/.0928