Edwardian 15ct Peridot & Pearl Pendant
Irene Byrne & Co
How precious is this Edwardian pendant? From circa 1905, this ornate pendant is set with natural oval and pear shape cut peridot with 31 natural half pearls set in 15ct yellow gold.
Circa: 1905
Period: Edwardian
Gemstones: Peridot and Natural Pearls
Cut: Oval and Pear Shape Peridot and Half Round Pearls
Measurements: Peridot = 6.50 x 4.50 mm and 5.50 x 3.50 mm
Material: 15ct Yellow Gold
Ian Abeshouse Valuation
Edwardian & Belle Époque Period (1901 - 1910):
Named after the reigning King Edward VII and with notable influences from French Rococo décor, this period was the shortest in antique jewellery history. However, it was during this time that platinum was introduced into the art of jewellery making which changed the way diamonds could be set. The popular jewellery design at the time was the “garland” which flowed on from the Art Nouveau period as it focused on nature but more particularly, on flowers and leaves often arranged in some circular shape. Through the use of milgrain and pierced and engraved metals, the Belle Époque designs gave way to jewellery that mimicked the delicate nature of lace and ribbon with natural pearls and old mine cut diamonds being the material of choice.
Circa: 1905
Period: Edwardian
Gemstones: Peridot and Natural Pearls
Cut: Oval and Pear Shape Peridot and Half Round Pearls
Measurements: Peridot = 6.50 x 4.50 mm and 5.50 x 3.50 mm
Material: 15ct Yellow Gold
Ian Abeshouse Valuation
Edwardian & Belle Époque Period (1901 - 1910):
Named after the reigning King Edward VII and with notable influences from French Rococo décor, this period was the shortest in antique jewellery history. However, it was during this time that platinum was introduced into the art of jewellery making which changed the way diamonds could be set. The popular jewellery design at the time was the “garland” which flowed on from the Art Nouveau period as it focused on nature but more particularly, on flowers and leaves often arranged in some circular shape. Through the use of milgrain and pierced and engraved metals, the Belle Époque designs gave way to jewellery that mimicked the delicate nature of lace and ribbon with natural pearls and old mine cut diamonds being the material of choice.