1915 Edwardian Platinum, Diamond, Sapphire Floral Brooch

1915 Edwardian Geometric Floral Brooch/Lapel Pin - Platinum, Yellow Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires.

Features French-Cut Blue Sapphires and Round Faceted Single Cut Diamonds graduating down in size.

This lovely pin features a circular design with inlaid gemstones along the frame. At the lower edge of the pin is an intricate floral and leaf design. At the top of the pin is a single leaf, adding to the elegant detailing.

All gemstones are bordered with a milgrain frame. The brooch is made of platinum and the back locking clasp is made of 14 karat yellow gold. This Antique pin is hallmarked 2310 on the back.

Wear this Antique Edwardian piece as a Brooch or a Lapel Pin, pure elegance.

Brooch Details:
Metal Type: Platinum (Brooch); 14 Karat Yellow Gold (Locking Clasp)
Size: 1 inch
Weight: 5.1 grams

Diamond Details:
Carat Weight: .75 carat total weight
Color: G
Clarity: VS

Sapphire Details:
Cut: French Cuts
Color: Royal Blue

Edwardian Era:

Time Period: Edwardian rings were crafted during the brief reign of King Edward VII which lasted from 1901 to 1910. Edwardian era jewelry is categorized by a delicate elegance and light airy feeling which seemed to capture the carefree attitudes of the day.

Description of Era: It was during this time that the famous filigree ring made its entrance, and today an authentic antique filigree ring is very sought after.

Designs of the Edwardian era were influenced by the styles from the Late-Victorian Age. During this time, jewelry became more refined. Diamonds and colorful gemstones were popular and advancements in setting and cuts of the stones continued. Throughout this era of peacetime the arts thrived and this time became known as "The Beautiful Age" which inspired new jewelry styles.

The introduction of filigree paired with beautiful center stones including diamonds, pearls or colorful gemstones display the elegance and delicacy of the time.

Flower-like themes in jewelry became quite popular too due to Queen Alexandra's love and appreciation of flowers. Pearls were featured prominently in Edwardian jewelry as well, in part from the heavy use of freshwater pearls during the late 1800s by Tiffany & Co.

Some designs and motifs of the Edwardian era reflected the influence of Art Nouveau's circular lines and swirls, and others had more geometric styles. Popular patterns and style effects for jewelry included bows and ribbons, moon and stars, flowers, garlands, leaves, shamrocks, scrolls and hearts.

In this era platinum became widely available not only for gemstone or diamond settings but for the entire piece of jewelry. More unique cuts of diamonds became widely available during the Edwardian era including the baguette, trapeze, and triangular cut. Although platinum was a favorite Edwardian age metal, multicolored gold was quite popular too including rose gold. White gold began to make an appearance and 18k yellow gold was used often in luxury pieces. Silver was also frequently employed for crafting rings as well.

Gemstones and diamonds were frequently set with "claw" prongs and deep bezel settings plus the new "knife edge setting" which created a suspended in the air effect for diamonds.

When you choose to go vintage with VERMA, you are cutting out the use for further mining and environmental damages which are a byproduct. In addition, the diamonds used in our collection are all conflict-free; as the conflict mines were in production after our pieces are dated.