Edwardian Drop Necklaces

A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara, the base consisting of interlocking openwork geometric scroll sections set with small old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3¼ cara...

This captivating antique drop necklace, exudes refined craftsmanship. At the top, sits a circle of six lustrous natural pearls, each 2.7mm, forming a halo. A slender gold drop, leads...

This beautiful and timeless 14k yellow gold pendant from the 1930s is bezel set with a luscious cushion-shaped green tourmaline above a prong set bright old-European-cut diamond, fitted with an oval gold suspension ring...

THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN...

Dating back to 1910s is this beautiful Aquamarine and diamond necklace. Suspended from a 15.5″ chain of 18 carat yellow gold, the design features a drop formation, showcasing the pai...

An exceptional necklace designed by Ivan Khlebnikov. This fabulous necklace was crafted and retailed by the firm of Ivan Khlebnikov, back between 1890 and 1900. The necklace has bee...

This is a beautiful Edwardian - Art Deco Pendant Necklace with Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamonds with gorgeous Pearls all set in Platinum with a Platinum link chain. The wonderful knif...

Wonderful Edwardian moonstone necklace set in silver. It is said if your lover gives you a moonstone necklace when the moon is full you w...

This Edwardian necklace is a romantic blend of aquamarine, lustrous pearls, and delicate gold. It whispers timeless elegance in each enchanting detail. This necklace sits high on the...

A regal 18 kt Edwardian diamond and amethyst pendant/brooch to exoresses your loving thoughts. The amethyst gem is considered a spell caster, and the spell would be passion. Four hea...

This is a spectacular museum quality antique Edwardian 43 Carat Black Star Sapphire and Seed Pearl Garland Suite. The suite comprising a necklace, bracelet and earrings each with black star sapphires, which total approximately 43 Carat total weight. The gorgeous black star sapphires and pearls are set in 10 Karat Yellow Gold in a motif of foliate vines tied by ribbon bows. The suite of jewels represents extraordinary design in the pantheon of Victorian - Edwardian garland motif jewels. The suite dates to the Edwardian Period, circa 1905. Provenance: The jewels are from the estate of Muriel Gluck, the esteemed patron and philanthropist of the arts in New York, Los Angeles and San Diego. From her Los Angeles Times obituary: "Muriel Gluck, a philanthropist who gave millions of dollars to support the arts and education, primarily in Los Angeles and San Diego. From the early years of her marriage to retail magnate and race horse breeder Maxwell H. Gluck in the late 1940s, she was an art collector who also appreciated classical music. The couple established the Maxwell H. Gluck Foundation. Over the years, she was a major supporter of the opera companies in San Diego and Los Angeles, the San Diego Museum of Art and Los Angeles County Museum of Art and music programs at UCLA, UC Riverside and the Juilliard School...

This is a stunning museum quality Victorian - Edwardian Platinum Diamond Lavaliere Pendant with 21 sparkling white Old Mine Cut Diamonds of great beauty in a gorgeous platinum openwo...

A fine Edwardian style festoon necklace. In 14 karat yellow gold. Centered on an ornate gold yolk with a bezel-set oval-cut amethyst. Supporting 3 drops with freshwater river pearls and briolette...

An Edwardian period amethyst, and demantoid garnet lavalier necklace in 15 karat gold. Crafted in England at the turn of the 20th century, this beautif...

Carved opal measures 40mm x 36mm (8mm thick). Old European and rose cut diamonds total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). 3 small calibre cut rubie...

This stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian aquamarine necklace has been crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold. The articulat...

An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the pear-shaped pearl measuring approximately 6.0 x 10.7 mm accompanied by GCS report stating to be natural of saltwater origin, susp...

Designed as a paperclip link chain suspending a foliate motif pendant from a quatrefoil surmount Surmount and pendant are pierced platinum-topped gold displaying sweeping foliate mot...

Important exquisite grand diamond floral necklace platinum, high jewelry circa 1950's. 354 total diamonds, approximately 60 carats total. 146 r...

Details: Full of antique charm! Sweet Edwardian Moonstone silver necklace, that drapes beautifully over your neck and collar bone. This lovel...

This is an extraordinary museum quality Edwardian - Victorian Pendant Necklace with 21 Old European Cut Diamonds of incredible G color totaling 1.1 Carat. The brilliantly white diamonds are set with gorgeous silvery white pearls in a romantic open work pendant in Platinum topped 18 Karat Gold, with a Platinum chain. Diamonds, Platinum and Pearls...

This is a wonderful diamond necklace dating back to the Edwardian era. The pendant features a channel setting of calibre cut rubies leading down to a natural pearl drop and an old cu...

Conch pearl and diamond necklace. Set with an oval natural conch pearl, approximately 7.3 x 9.0 mm, suspended from five round old cut diamonds ...

Lovely Edwardian Basket Pendant with Pearls. Wonderful quality flower basket "charm" of 14k gold wire completely woven by hand and set with lo...

Edwardian Circa 1800's Diamond Platinum on 14k Yellow Gold Necklace 43 Old European Cut Diamonds weighing 3.00 carats approximately [GHI VVS-SI1] On a 16 inch White Gold Chain

An Edwardian amethyst, diamond and pearl fringe necklace, consisting of seven bars graduating from the centre, five bars each set with two old European-cut diamonds and two amethysts, the two smaller bars each set with two amethysts, all bars suspended from a gold chain set with six oval amethysts and the bars connected with gold chain swags embellished with seed pearls, the diamonds estimated to weigh approximately ¾ carat in total, mounted in silver and rose gold, to cylindrical clasp, marked 15ct gold, circa 1905, measuring 3.5 x 39cm, gross weight 12.7 grams. This antique necklace is in very good condition for its age. This elegant amethyst and pearl swag necklace...

Belle Epoque pin designed by Cartier. Colorful and very rare stick pin made during the Edwardian-Belle Epoque period. This beautiful piece was created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1900. Carefully crafted in two parts made up of solid platinum, yellow and white gold of 18 karats. Embellished with a central panel decorated with engine turned guilloche topped with purple glossy enamel. Accented with thirty-five natural earth mined rose cut diamonds and the settings are finished with millegrain. Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain settings, with 35 old rose cut diamonds, 0.30 carats, G/H color, SI-1 clarity. Weight: 2.35 Grams, (1.51 Dwt). Measurements: 70 mm by 12 mm (2.76 x 0.47 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with French marks, the maker's maitre mark CA inside a lozange cartouche, the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the gold, the four digits serial numbers and signed, "CARTIER PARIS 3840". Cartier The move to the rue de la Paix coincided with a period of extraordinary economic growth and affluence in France and the world. Cartier was also growing and expanding and had started to shift their emphasis from retailing to design and manufacture. Although they produced a small number of pieces in the Art Nouveau style, Cartier paid scant attention to the movement. They made their distinguishing mark in pioneering the use of platinum in creating the delicate and graceful Garland style that came to be associated with the Belle Époque. The discovery of the great diamond deposits in South Africa in the late 1860’s engendered the popularity of extravagant diamond jewelry. The technical advances in the manufacturing of platinum enabled designs of great intricacy, strength and flexibility such as found in the spectacular résille designs of Cartier. (See Edwardian Jewelry: 1901-1915). Cartier marked the beginning of the twentieth century by opening branches in London and New York, where their wealthiest and most dedicated clientele resided. The 1902 coronation of Edward VII occasioned a large number of commissions from England’s leading families. Records indicate that Cartier produced twenty-seven tiaras alone for the coronation and the event was instrumental in convincing the firm to seek a permanent presence in London. Indeed, by 1904 they had achieved their first of fifteen royal warrants being appointed official purveyor to the court of King Edward VII. The London branch came to thrive under the tutelage of Alfred’s youngest son, Jacques Cartier, establishing London based design and manufacturing workshops. Opening a Cartier store in New York was a natural progression as many of America’s wealthiest families and business magnates had been traveling to Paris for some time to purchase their jewels from Cartier. By 1906 Alfred had largely retired and Louis and his brother Pierre operated the Cartier business jointly. One of their first major decisions was to establish a New York presence and workshop in 1909 under the skilled direction of Pierre. Indicative of his business skills, Pierre famously secured Cartier’s present location, an elegant Beaux-Arts mansion at 653 Fifth Avenue, from industrialist Morton F. Plant in 1917. The building changed hands in exchange for $100 and a double strand of natural pearls, admired by Plant’s wife and valued at one million dollars, the asking price for the mansion. While the Fifth Avenue location remains priceless to the firm, when the pearls came up for auction in 1957, they fetched a mere $170,000. (From Lang's with thanks). Edwardian Jewelry This 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. Guilloché This term is 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. Millegrain This is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry. Literature: Sotheby's fine jewels, London September 17 1021, Lot 146 for an identical piece illustrated with the original box Collateral: It is accompanied by the original Cartier presentation green jewelry box...

An Edwardian diamond and pearl necklace, of a natural round half pearl, measuring approximately 8.3 mm of diameter, to the centre of an old brilliant...

This is an Edwardian platinum pendant necklace. The necklace is crafted in a wonderful openwork style and is diamond set with a natural pearl in the centre with a further sixteen nat...

An important Edwardian diamond garland necklace, the necklace in the 'style garland', designed at the front as an articulated openwork frame e...

Edwardian Diamond Pendant necklace circa 1900. Openwork settings are made of platinum topped 14k gold set with 13 fine quality, antique cut d...

Silver and Amythest Edwardian Necklace of European origin. Lovely Neoclassical motifs are used throughout with navette and oval genuine amythests. Heavy quality construction with lov...

Circa 1910 This large Edwardian era antique openwork cross pendant is handmade in platinum and embellished with old European and rose cut diamo...

An Edwardian solid curb link fob chain with T-bar and hand-engraved shield-shaped medal crafted in rose gold, secured by two swivel clasps. The T-Bar is suspended by jump-rings while the shield medal is on a swivel catch, able to be removed and worn on on another piece. Each link is stamped 9ct and the medal is hallmarked Birmingham 1904 with a makers mark, C.E.A for Charles Edward Adams of Icknield Street, Birmingham, UK. Metal: 9k rose gold - XRF tested Weight: 31.79 grams Measurements: Chain length 40cm, Medal and T-bar drop section length 6.6cm Era: Edwardian Hallmarked 1904 Antique fob chains...

Steeped in Edwardian elegance, this 18-karat yellow gold necklace captures the refined artistry of the era. A striking 16.60-carat suite of amethysts takes center stage, featuring a ...

Belle Ã?poque pearl and diamond sautoir, circa 1905. An open work 3 row flat chain of platinum links and seed pearls. In the centre, an openworked diamond shaped flower motif in dia...

A beautiful English Edwardian Necklace, the center set with two kite-shaped-an innovative cut at that time- peridots of vibrant apple green color, each within white piqué enamel bord...

Unusual Edwardian Locket, Lady Carriage Driver in repouse on matte gold filled period locket. Signed "W andSB" Manufacturer. 1910 USA. Chain 15" is ...

This exquisite and delicate piece is perfect down to the last detail. Dating back to 1910-1920, this rare find has been kept in near perfect t condition. It is hand crafted in platin...

Simply Beautiful! Outstanding Edwardian Diamond and Seed Pearl Platinum Swag Bib Necklace, linking 18K Gold chain inter-spaced with Seed Pearls. Center accented by Hand set Diamonds,...

Victorian silver locket with enamelled rose and mirrored compartment. Beautiful enamelling and condition. Placed on a contemporary sterling ball chain which works really well togethe...

An Edwardian diamond, pearl, and platinum necklace of knife edge festoon design comprised of collet-set diamonds and pearls. Atw diamonds 0.77 ct. * Includes letter of authenticity...

Massive Edwardian cut steel hanging basket Giardonetto pendant. Composed of minute marquise and round cut steels with multi prong set round Bohemian garnet faceted stones, forming th...

An Edwardian opal and diamond pendant, the central circular opal is surrounded by old brilliant-cut diamonds in a platinum millegrain setting suspended ...

An Edwardian peridot and pearl necklace, to the centre an oval faceted peridot measuring 10x7mm millegrain-set to yellow gold collet, surrounded by g...

Elegant antique finery in Eduardian style is presented on this exquisite pendant necklace. An intricate and delicately appointed fan shaped filigree pendant with tear drop charm...

THIS IS AN EXTRAORDINARY MUSEUM QUALITY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - EDWARDIAN PENDANT NECKLACE. THE PENDANT IS IN THE FORM OF A HEART WITH A FLOWER BASKET IN 14K WHITE GOLD WITH ROSE CUT DI...

Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 18 carat rose gold. British hallmarked, for that era each link has been hallmarked by the Assay office. The Albert watch chain was na...

Exquisite Edwardian Swag Necklace, beautifully worked Peridot and pearl medallions, linking gold chain inter-spaced with pearls. Approx. 17.25 ...

Comprised of a figaro link chain centering a clover motif station with pendant drop Designed as a small three leaf clover suspending a larger four leaf clover drop Platinum-topped an...

Nothing is more delicate than the shimmering opulence of “white jewelry” created during the Edwardian Era (1901-1910) in England. All details dance with a lightness and create showers of sparkle with the wearer’s slightest movement. This Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Pearl Lavalier...

This is a Museum Quality Antique Edwardian Locket Necklace from the estate of Ambassador Evan Galbraith. The magnificent locket (one of two ...

This is an elegant aquamarine and diamond pendant necklace, from the Edwardian era. The necklace consists of a central cushion-shaped aquamarine drop, surrounded by natural pearls an...

Finely detailed antique Edwardian era negligee drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 900 platinum (sterling silver jump ring). The east west facing circular mount is set...

An Edwardian pearl and diamond necklace, the necklace comprising a principle garland drop, suspending an oval pearl measuring aproximately 8.2 x 5.6mm, to the centre of a diamond-se...

An Edwardian pearl and yellow gold necklace, comprising seven round seed pearls, and one-hundred-and-fifty round half seed pearls, set in 15 karat yellow gold, to a 15 karat yellow g...

This stunning blue zircon necklace is a wonderful example of Edwardian sensibility and grace. The necklines of that period were often adorned for special occasions with this style of...

An antique long sautoir necklace with rose cuts diamonds. This a fabulous antique long sautoir-necklace, created in England back in the 1900's. The necklace is composed by thirty-fi...