Edward dönemi, adını İngiltere Kralı VII. Edward'dan alır ve onun hükümdarlığının kısa dönemini ifade eder. 1901 ile 1910. Bu dönemde, takı sanatı gelişti, birçok yeni stil ve malzemenin sahneye çıkmasıyla birlikte. Platin tercih edilen metal oldu, 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.