Edwardian Old European and Single Cut 18.50ct Diamond Chain Necklace in Platinum

An elegant and stylish platinum and diamond long chain necklace (122cm) from the Edwardian period. Showcasing superb attention to detail an expert combination of old European and single cut diamonds having been spectacle set into durable platinum. The Edwardian period only lasted for nine years (1901-1910), but it was an incredibly important era for jewellery design. Hugely intricate pieces showcasing the very best diamonds and coloured gemstones were worn with elaborate fashions from the most famous French couture houses. Driven by the explosion of court life, steered by the fashion-conscious King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, this was a truly special time.