-Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloché Round Pill Box In 14Kt Yellow Gold

Guilloche pill box designed by Tiffany & Co.

Fantastic round pill box, created in New York city at the Tiffany Studios, back in the beginning of the 20th century, circa 1910. This beautiful little box has been crafted during the Edwardian period in solid yellow gold of 14 karats and decorated with engine turned Guilloché designs. It is fitted at the back with a three barrels hinge, a snap closure in front and a removable chain of four inches with a ring size eight.

Weight: 23.2 Grams, (14.87 Dwt).

Measurements: Diameter of 38.3 mm and a height of 15 mm (1.5 x 0.59 Inches). The attached removable chain is 4 Inches,

Hallmarks Stamped in the inner rim with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed in full, "TIFFANY & CO. 14KT".

The Edwardian Period

This 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. Mill graining, 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 

Is a term used in fine jewelry or objects de Vertu to enhance the appearance of boxes, frames, brooches, rings or 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: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this pill box is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This round box has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P021024MCEN/.4349