Exquisite Edwardian Rock Crystal Diamond Necklace - Vintage Antique Jewelry for Women - Perfect for Weddings, Galas & Special Occasions

The age of white on white in dress and adornment is synonymous with the Edwardian period from the era associated with King Edward VII in England (1901 - 1914).

For evening finery, the sartorial rule was white for evening dress, with either platinum with diamonds or pearls.

Due to technological advancements, platinum was utilized in jewelry for ostensibly the first time. While this precious metal had been discovered prior, and some report its use, examples are nearly nil.

Platinum is certainly one of the wonders of the jewelry world for it allows minimal and gossamer settings that retain strength and durability.

In this fairy tale jewel, rock crystal transforms diamonds and platinum into an exquisite piece of wearable wonder.

Imagine the precision it took to line this tactile, cool polished rock crystal with a frame of tiny rose-cut diamonds (54 just for the linear bands on each side).

Petals of diamonds, and a few pearls, along with diamond bands create a cap and floral base for the elongated oval.

A paper clip platinum, diamond, and pearl chain finishes the pendant and the necklace remains timeless for those with a taste for the refined.

Pendant Details:

Polished rock crystal

One hundred twelve diamonds

Total weight of 1.09 carats

Color H-K, clarity VS2-SI2 (all diamonds)

Two natural saltwater pearls of 3 mm dia.

Platinum

Chain:

Nineteen brilliant cut diamonds

Total of .48 carats

Seventeen natural saltwater pearls

2 mm diameter

Platinum