Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Necklace with Platinum Barrel Clasp
Edwardian pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1905, modelled as four twisted stands of natural pearls completed by a diamond-set platinum barrel clasp, the diamonds together weighing approximately 0.50 carats, inner circumference 14.57 in., gross weight approximately 13.8 grams.
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- 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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- necklaces, diamond
- necklaces, pearl - pearl, natural 182
