에드워드 시대(Edwardian era)는 영국 국왕 에드워드 7세의 이름을 따서 명명되었으며, 그의 통치 기간이 1901 에게 1910. 이 기간 동안, 보석 공예가 번성했다, 많은 새로운 스타일과 소재가 등장하면서. 백금은 선호되는 금속이 되었습니다, as it allowed for delicate filigree work without losing its strength and integrity, while diamonds, colorful gemstones and elegant metalwork became the norm.
Jewelry was worn to show rank and wealth, and the jewelry designs were meant to convey power and majesty with their elegance and delicacy. Although the period ended very quickly, effectively dying out with the First World War, it has had a lasting impact with elements of the era influencing vintage and modern designs alike today.