The Belle Époque encompassed three jewelry design periods: Art Nouveau, the Arts and Crafts movement, and Edwardian. The “Beautiful Era” was a time of increasing wealth and flourishing arts. When cinema boomed, movie stars, instead of European royalty, became trendsetters. As a result, Hollywood (and America) emerged as the ones to watch.

The jewelry of this era was fashioned with pale-colored gemstones, like pearls and diamonds, into lavish necklaces, rings, tiaras, and earrings. Platinum also replaced heavier silver mountings, allowing gemstones to appear in delicate-yet-strong mountings that provided optimum light, airiness, and natural beauty. 

Some jewels, however, were focused on diamonds and their new-found best friend, platinu. This stunning dinner necklace featuring a central pearl suspended from a diamond lariat, surrounded by sparkling diamonds - .38ct total weight! A stand-out lariat for any night look and classic addition to any collection. On a platinum chain no less!

Materials and Features: 18k gold, pearl, platinum, diamond

Age/Origin: Belle Epoque, c. 1890 

Measurements: 6.25 grams

Condition: Excellent condition. Minor associated age wear.  

Please view and inspect any photos closely. We endeavor to fully disclose all condition information clearly and concisely, however, please note that what qualifies as excellent condition for historical jewelry differs from modern and contemporary pieces; please take the age of the piece into account when examining the piece. Minor age wear is typical and to be expected for antique and vintage jewelry. Unless otherwise stated, gemstones have not been officially graded for color, clarity, or treatment by GIA; any information provided is our own educated, professional assessment.