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Antique Necklace with Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910


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Antique Necklace with Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
Antique Necklace with Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
Description
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Necklaces that feature a gemstone suspended from a pendant with another gemstone set beneath it are also known as “Edna May” necklaces. The name comes from the American singer and actress of the same name, who appeared in numerous stage productions and early films between the 1890s and 1910s: It is said that she was particularly fond of wearing this style of necklace. At that time, images of popular stage stars were commonly circulated in the form of postcards, and Edna was also a well-known postcard beauty, so her taste and style were familiar to many people. An “Edna May” necklace of this type is presented here. The necklace is designed in a Y-shape and features, at the top, a smaller diamond set in a carré setting positioned on its point. Below this is a bar set with five diamond roses. Finally, a large diamond follows. Set within a shadow gap, the centerpiece of the design—an old-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.18 ct—appears to almost float. A delicate chain made of platinum-plated silver completes this elegant piece. This glamorous piece of jewellery is in very good condition. Its simple, timeless form, along with the materials and diamond cuts, allow us to date it c. 1910. The piece found its way to us here in Berlin.
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Antique Necklace with Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
Postcard Beauty
€ 980.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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