1900-1909

Heritagem presents : This outstanding necklace is a real testimony of the Edwardian period. It comprises a 18kt gold chain and a magnificent pendant adorned with 2 ribbons, naturals pearls and diamonds. It is set with 8 old mine cut diamonds and rose cut diamonds. Each compartment encloses a natural pearl : the top one is a conch pearl (7.10 x 5.15 mm), the pearl on the right has a greyish tint (7.09x5.8mm), the pearl on the left has a creamy tint (8.78x5.6) and the last one on the bottom is (6.65 x5.3mm). It was perfectly well handcrafted. The chain is made in 18kt gold and it measures 40 cm long. The necklace weighs 12,2 gr and it is in very good antique condition. The pendant measures 58,38 (2,29) by 53,11(2.09) mm (inch). It was made at the very beginning of the 20th century in France during the Belle Epoque (Edwardian era). The clasp of the chain is marked with the French eagle's head as the hinge of the pendant. This necklace is absolutely ravishing , it is very refined. It will enhanced any outfit of your wardrobe. If you are a lover of Belle Epoque jewellery, this one is for you. Pearl symbolises purity and innocence; they are usually worn by the bride for her wedding. The legend said that pearls are the tear-drops of the moon, fallen in the sea. This is the only birthstone which has 5 months of the year : February, April, June (traditional) and November. All our items come with either a gemological report or a jewellery report with circa and all useful information.

Heritagem presents :   This ravishing pin brooch features a classy penguin made in 18kt gold, mother of pearl and painted in black and red enamel. The eyes are made with 2 cabochon cut sapphires. It is in excellent condition. This pin brooch could be wear everyday, it is a funny and elegant touch. It weighs 7,5gr and measures 31,41 (1,2') x 14,1 (0,6) x 10,3 (0,4) mm. It was marked three times with the famous eagle's head, the French hallmark for 18kt yellow gold. On the back off one foot, we can see properly the maker's mark : a J / a lobster / R. It belongs to the French Parisian jeweller Rosseels et Cie.  

Heritagem presents :   Those earrings are simply ravishing ! They were made at the very beginning of the 20th century, circa 1910. They're featuring briolette cut diamond, each weighing approximately 1ct. They are beautifully surrounded with seeds pearls. The pearls have a greyish and creamy color. The mount is made in platinum and the hook is in 18kt yellow gold. The top of the earrings are adorned with a an old mine cut diamond (0,05ct approximately each). How refined they are ! Its weigh 2gr and measures 3,5 cm long / 1,38 inches and they are 10,5 mm / 0,41 large. The briolettes are color J/K and clarity VS/SI. The rim of the inside mount was engraved with a number, which is quite hard to read. It is in very good antique condition. Briolettes are a beautiful and elegant type of gemstone cut. The word Briolette refers to the pear-structured stones that are cut in extended triangular facets. It is one of the oldest cuts in the world, dating back to at least 800 years ago. In history, the briolette cut was reserved only for royalty and those of noble standing. Actually, the French emperor Napoleon himself presented the Empress Marie Louise with a diamond necklace containing 10 briolette-shaped gems. You will love wearing those, it is very elegand and quite easy to wear every day.   All our items come with either a gemological report or a jewellery report with circa and all useful information.