The Edwardian era began when Prince Edward became King
Edward VII in 1901. Known as the
Belle Epoque era in France, it was one of the most feminine, beautiful and
opulent jewelry eras.
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| Edwardian Diamond Platinum Ring |
In fashion, women wore feminine clothing accented with
feathers, bows, lace and silk.
Their jewelry was made to compliment.
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| Edwardian Diamond Negligee Necklace |
This is when platinum truly came into vogue, as jewelers
finally recognized platinum's beauty and versatility. Filigree became a favored motif as jewelers crafted platinum
into mountings that looked like delicate lace sparkling with diamond and pearls
for a sumptuous white on white look.
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| Edwardian French Heart Locket |
Also popular were negligee, choker and sautoir necklaces, as
were designs featuring jeweled ribbons, tassels, circles and stars. Unlike the Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau movements, the
Edwardian era was all about the highly precious-- featuring Old Mine Cut and
Old European Cut diamonds and beautiful creamy pearls.
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| Edwardian Diamond & Pearl Earrings |
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