Den edvardianske epoken er oppkalt etter Englands kong Edward VII og refererer til den korte perioden av hans regjeringstid mellom kl. 1901 til 1910. I denne perioden, smykkehåndverket blomstret, med mange nye stiler og materialer som kommer inn på scenen. Platina ble det foretrukne metallet, 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.