Diamond & Jewelry News, Advice and Prices for Consumers
Diamond & Jewelry News, Advice and Prices for Consumers
September 25, 2010
I want to advertise a diamond bracelet from 1910. I know it's probably vintage, but what is that precise period in jewelry called?
October 1, 2010
The Edwardian period begins with the death of Queen Victoria. There are several different opinions regarding when it ends. Some say it ends in 1910, with the end of King Edward's reign. Others consider the period to last beyond the king's decease, until the sinking of the Titanic in 1912, and others still consider the Edwardian period to last until 1914, when World War I began. Some consider it to last until the war's end in 1918.
September 29, 2010
Wow! Very cool piece to own. That would be the Edwardian period. That means the time when Queen Victoria died and her son Edward began to reign over England. The Edwardian period starts in 1901 and goes on till 1915. the period that begins after that is the Art Deco period. The Edwardian period was a very interesting time for jewelry. Expensive stones like rubies, sapphires and diamonds and other precious gemstones were in fashion during this time, so it makes sense that your 1910 piece is in fact a diamond bracelet. They were quite trendy during this time. this is a wonderful time for jewelry. If your piece was well kept, you'll be sure to fetch a very nice sum for your bracelet. Make sure you have all the documentation necessary to prove that the piece is in fact from the period you say it is, because this is very crucial to buyers. It would be a shame not to make as much as you can on this rare piece, so supply all the documents possible.
September 29, 2010
The Edwardian period corresponds to the reign of King Edward. The jewelery that was worn and produced during this time is very typical of the period in general. While his mother Victoria kind of avoided society, King Edward was the exact opposite; he led an exorbitant trendy elite that mimicked the styles that were trendy in Continental Europe. So jewelry was also very flashy during this period. diamonds and ravishing precious gems were very fashionable and they are found in many pieces that were passed down from those times. If you can prove that your bracelet is indeed from this ravishing period, you'll make quite a pretty penny on your piece, no doubt. Best of luck :)
