Belle Epoque Diamond and Emerald Pendant with Chain
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A Belle Epoque diamond and emerald pendant, centring an articled pear cut diamond of approx. 0.90ct J/VS1 surrounded by 20 square cut emeralds within a wreath surround, bow surmount and bale set with 97 old European and early single cut diamonds to drop set with 2 old European cut diamonds, set in platinum on a 15ct gold ground, size 50 x 28 mm, stamped 15, on a later removable 9ct white gold bar brooch set with 5 river pearls hallmarked C&F Birmingham 1950, wt. 8.5g, together with a platinum long and short curb link chain with bolt ring clasp, length 43 cm, wt. 2.37g in a silk and velvet lined Hardy Bros box.
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- Emeralds - Emeralds have been used in jewellery making for thousands of years, and are prized for their deep green colour, which is caused by the presence of chromium and vanadium in the mineral beryl. Because of their rare colour, emeralds are often more valuable than diamonds of a similar size and quality. In jewellery making, emeralds are typically cut into round or oval shapes to maximize their color and clarity. They are often set in gold or platinum and used as the centrepiece of a piece of jewellery, such as a ring or necklace. They can also be used in combination with other gems, such as diamonds, to create intricate and beautiful designs.
- Belle Epoque - The Belle Époque, also known as the "Beautiful Era," was a period in European history that lasted from the late 19th century to the outbreak of World War I in 1914. The term is most commonly associated with France, but is also used to refer to the same period in other countries, particularly in Western Europe and Latin America.
During the Belle Époque, Europe experienced a time of great prosperity and cultural, artistic, and scientific advancements. It was an era of peace and optimism, characterized by industrial growth, urbanization, and new technologies such as electricity, automobiles, and the telephone. The period is also associated with a flourishing of art and culture, particularly in the fields of literature, music, and the visual arts.
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