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BELLE ÉPOCHE
(1880-1914)
Art Déco Era platinum & diamond brooch
Belle Époque literally translates to
beautiful era
, which perfectly describes the lavish jewelry created during this period.
Belle Époche Jewelry Information
Early Art Déco Era platinum & asscher cut diamond three-stone ring
The Belle Époque lasted from 1880 until the beginning of World War I, in 1914.
Belle Époque jewelry is known for its platinum, diamond and pearl monochromatic combinations.
METALS COMMONLY USED
• Platinum
METALWORKING TECHNIQUES
• Filigree
• Millegrain
Platinum was the metal of choice, often displaying wonderful filigree work and millegrain detailing.
TYPES OF JEWELRY WORN
• Brooches
• Hair Brooches
• Necklaces (Dog Collars, Chokers, Lavaliers & Sautoirs)
• Screw Back Earrings
Dog collar choker necklaces were made popular by Queen Victoria's daughter-in-law, Alexandra.
GEMS COMMONLY USED
• Diamonds
• Pearls
In 1902, Tatsuhei Mise began implanting thousands of mollusks with beads. By 1907, he received the first ever Japanese patent for a cultured pearl.
Diamonds in Belle Époque jewelry were fashioned into old European cuts and old mine cuts.
COMMON MOTIFS
• Bows, Ribbons & Scrolls
• Crescent Moon & Stars
• Flowers
Airy and lacy filigree designs were popular during the Belle Époque.
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All photos courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, CMA, RGA, AJP.
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