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Glamorous "Edna May" Necklace with Diamonds in Gold & Platinum, c. 1910


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Glamorous "Edna May" Necklace with Diamonds in Gold & Platinum, c. 1910
Glamorous "Edna May" Necklace with Diamonds in Gold & Platinum, c. 1910
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Necklaces that set another gemstone under a gemstone on a pendulum are also known as "Edna May" necklaces. The name goes back to the American singer and actress of the same name, who appeared in numerous stage productions and early films between the 1890s and 1910s: she is said to have been particularly fond of wearing this type of necklace. At that time, pictures of popular stage stars circulated in postcard form, and Edna was also a well-known postcard beauty, meaning that many people were familiar with her taste and style. This is one such "Edna May" necklace. The necklace is designed in a Y-shape and starts with a smaller diamond in a triangular setting placed on top. This is followed by an octagonal-cut diamond in a platinum frame, and finally the long pendulum is suspended. Its bridge is also set with a diamond rose. The highlight of the design, an old-cut diamond of around 0.38 ct, appears to almost float within a shadow gap. A delicate silver chain turns the elegant structure into a necklace. The glamorous piece of jewelry is in very good condition. Its simple, timeless shape as well as the materials and diamond cuts allow us to date it to around 1910. The piece of jewelry came to us from Stuttgart.
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Glamorous "Edna May" Necklace with Diamonds in Gold & Platinum, c. 1910
Postcard Beauty
€ 1,390.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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