A charming Edwardian negligee diamond pendant, regarded as such because negligee or in French deshabille alluded to the sheer gown worn by ladies during this era. A negligee pendant usually consists of two unequal drops which gives this antique pendant its distinctive appearance.
This preloved antique diamond pendant is designed as a diamond set bow motif set with rose cut diamonds set in 18k gold with two knife edge bars each rubbed-over set with two est. 0.2ct and 0.35ct diamonds respectively. Linked to the pendant motif is a fine 18ct gold trace chain, the whole negligee being 51cm/ 20” long. A pretty example of Edwardian jewelry that evokes the delicacy of this elegant age. This antique piece does display general wear which is consistent with a pendant of this age.
