Vintage 1950s Aquamarine Rhinestone Floral Necklace

This beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features an asymmetrical design, known as négligée, which was very fashionable at the turn of the 20th century. Condition Report: Exc...

This elegant and timeless necklace dates from the 1920s. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This necklace is constructed from silver tone metal. It is quite short - almost...

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Platinum fringe necklace, circa 1950s. The Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Fringe Necklace, dating back to the 1950s, exemplifies the opulence and intricate craftsmanship characteristic of mid-20th century jewelry design. This period was marked by a resurgence of interest in elaborate adornments that not only showcased gemstones but also reflected the cultural and social dynamics of post-war society. The necklace's use of aquamarine—a stone traditionally associated with tranquility and clarity—paired with diamonds set in platinum, underscores its luxurious nature while simultaneously highlighting the aesthetic preferences of its time. The design features a fringe style, which was particularly popular during this era. This motif allows for movement and fluidity in the piece, creating an eye-catching interplay of light as it catches reflections from both the aquamarine and diamond stones. Each aquamarine is typically cut to enhance its natural brilliance, while the diamonds serve to accentuate their color through contrast. The choice of platinum as a setting material is significant; known for its durability and resistance to tarnish, platinum not only provides a secure mount for these precious stones but also contributes to the overall elegance and longevity of the piece. Moreover, this necklace can be contextualized within broader historical trends in jewelry-making during the 1950s. The post-war boom led to increased consumerism and an appetite for luxury goods among affluent classes. In this sense, pieces like this vintage fringe necklace...

A stunning antique 10.97 carat aquamarine and 1.57 carat topaz, 1.42 carat diamond and platinum necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in platinum. The drop style pendant has a scalloped edged, pierced decorated quatrefoil design, ornamented to the center with a claw set round mixed cut aquamarine. The millegrain decorated setting is embellished with four bezel set Old European round cut and eighty-eight pavé set Dutch cut diamonds. The feature setting suspends from a four claw set 1.57Ct cushion cut blue topaz via two articulated linear drops. The articulated linear drops are each set with three bezel set Old European round cut diamonds. The pendant suspends from a 17" fine belcher chain via two ring loops to the upper border of the topaz setting, securing with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening to the reverse. This 1920s aquamarine and diamond pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. The necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition: This stunning antique 1920s necklace...