An Edwardian diamond pendant necklace, circa 1910. Claw set with four graduating old European cut diamonds of estimated weights 2.75, 0.49, 0.23, 0.17 and 0.09 carats, suspended from a fine anchor link chain. Platinum. Weight 6.70 grams. Length 15.55 in.
- Edwardian - The Edwardian period of English furniture and decorative arts design is named for Edward VII (1841 – 1910) who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions and Emperor of India for the brief period from 1901 until his death in 1910. It follows the Victorian period, in turn was followed by the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. In Australia, designs of this period are also known as being in the Federation style.
- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
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