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Edwardian Peridot & Diamond Garland Brooch/Pendant c.1905

Antique Edwardian garland brooch with green pear-shaped peridot and rose-cut diamonds in silver-topped gold. - view 1
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Estimated value

$1,800 - $3,200

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

Category

Jewelry

Era

c. 1900-1915

Origin

UK

Authenticity

Very High(85%)
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EDWARDIAN PERIDOT & DIAMOND GARLAND BROOCH/PENDANT C.1905: IDENTIFICATION

An Edwardian-era openwork garland brooch, featuring a central faceted pear-cut peridot suspended within a foliate wreath of silver-topped gold set with rose-cut diamonds. The wreath is topped with a diamond-set ribbon bow motif. The construction utilizes 15ct to 18ct yellow gold for the gallery and pin, with a silver top typical of the period to enhance the colorless appearance of the accent diamonds. The central peridot exhibits the characteristic oily yellowish-green hue associated with St. John's Island (Zabargad) deposits, which were a primary source during the early 20th century.

Compare with other jewelry in the archive: Victorian / Edwardian Era Floral Lapel Pin with Chain and Pendant, Art Deco Style Marcasite Sterling Silver Necklace, Indian Tribal Silver Ghughroo Dangle Bracelet c.1950-1980.

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Edwardian England1901-1915

The 'Garland Style' was inspired by 18th-century French Rococo motifs like flowers, bows, and tassels.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •Worn at court functions and high-society evening events to coordinate with the lace and silk fabrics of Belle Époque fashion.

Meaning Through Time

Early 1900s

Green peridots were used to symbolize hope and new beginnings in the context of Victorian/Edwardian botanical sentimentality.

PERIOD & PROVENANCE

Between 1901 and 1910, the Edwardian 'Belle Époque' period popularized delicate, lace-like 'garland style' jewelry made famous by firms like Cartier. This specific item reflects the period's preference for peridots, which were a favorite of King Edward VII and often used in Suffragette jewelry ...
Between 1901 and 1910, the Edwardian 'Belle Époque' period popularized delicate, lace-like 'garland style' jewelry made famous by firms like Cartier. This specific item reflects the period's preference for peridots, which were a favorite of King Edward VII and often used in Suffragette jewelry (Green for Hope, White for Purity, Violet for Dignity: GWV). The integration of silver settings over gold backs was the standard method for diamond mounting prior to the industrial-scale adoption of platinum and white gold in the 1920s.

SCARCITY

Uncommon70-80%
CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Rarity 5/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 4 jewelry items at rarity 5 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Limited production
  • Named makers
  • Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

  • Construction techniques (silver-on-gold) are era-appropriate.
  • Peridot hue and cut style match early 20th-century production.
  • Wear patterns on the pin and hinge match the stated age.
How does authenticity detection work?

GEMOLOGIST'S ASSESSMENT

Jewelry Historian & Gemologist-Informed Appraiser

Jewelry Specialist

The item displays consistent period-specific manufacturing characteristics including silver-on-gold topping and Garland-style motifs, aligned with high-quality period peridot specimens.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Silver-topped yellow gold settings are definitive for pre-1915 diamond jewelry.
  • 2Milgrain detailing along the edges of the foliate wreath.
  • 3Rose-cut and old-mine cut diamond accents.
  • 4The presence of a 'C' clasp and long pin assembly.
  • 5Characteristic oily lime-green color consistent with period peridots.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Inspect for hallmarks (likely obscured on back of ribbon or pin).
  • →Verify peridot under a 10x loupe for doubling of back facets (diagnostic for peridot).
  • →Perform a lead-testing or gold-acid test on the gallery if no hallmark is found.

CONDITION & GRADE

Fine - minimal wear, stones secure, metalwork intact

Grading breakdown

The peridot shows high clarity with no eye-visible inclusions. Diamond settings are crisp with original milgrain detailing preserved.

Condition

Very good antique condition. The pin mechanism appears original with a secure C-clasp; no missing diamonds or visible chips to the peridot under magnification in supplied photos.

GEMSTONE & METAL VALUE

$1,800 - $3,200

Updated: May 10, 2026

Who buys this

Antique jewelry collectors and enthusiasts of Edwardian 'Belle Époque' design; particularly those interested in Suffragette-related palettes.

What increases value

  • •Complete original pin mechanism with no modern conversions
  • •Saturation and clarity of the central peridot
  • •High number of intact rose-cut diamond accents

What lowers value

  • •Evidence of lead solder repair on the suspended drop
  • •Significant chips to the peridot's girdle

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Maker's mark from a known London firm like Carrington & Co or Garrard
  • •Presence of an original fitted hardshell box

Grade & condition

Metal purity (15k vs 18k), peridot color saturation, and diamond clarity grade.

Rarity & demand

UncommonModerate demandModerate liquidity
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