Edwardian 14k-18k Blue Guilloché Enamel Locket & Chain
This beautiful and rare 14k-18k gold necklace features a decorative locket that hangs from a complimentary enameled chain. The 14k yellow and white gold locket displays a lovely blue enamel surface; beneath the translucent enamel is an exquisite Guilloché pattern, which fans out from the center, as seen on both the front and back. At the center of the design is an appliqué filigree design in white gold, accented with a sparkling 2mm round diamond. When opened, the locket reveals a removable round frame inside and is able to host two photos. The locket hangs from a matching enameled 18k white gold chain with a lorgnette style extension. This piece would be a lovely addition to an antique jewellery lovers collection!
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Edwardian Era
(1901 - 1910)Commonly made from platinum, Edwardian jewellery was fabricated with great detail while still being lightweight and comfortable to wear. The technique of millegrain emerged, which is small beads of metal bordering a stone or added as a border around a piece. Paving the way for “White on White” fashion, Cartier became the official jewellery supplier to King Edward. The innovative approach to platinum with invisible settings and millegrain detail made Cartier a powerhouse of the era. Nearing 1910, “Black and White” took over from the “White on White” aesthetic. Platinum pieces containing pearls and diamonds were worn on black ribbons, and darker stones/enamel were used as accent details. After the start of World War I, life changed dramatically. Jewellery all but disappeared as metals- platinum in particular. These precious metals were used in the making of weaponry, bringing the Edwardian Era to a close.
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