Early 20th Century Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Quatrefoil Pendant

Early 20th Century Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Quatrefoil PendantA delicate early 20th century pendant in the form of a quatrefoil, set with seed pearls and rose cut diamonds around a vivid central ruby. The mix of gold and platinum like white metal gives the piece contrast and sparkle, reflecting the fine craftsmanship of the period. The quatrefoil design with its four lobed shape was a favourite motif in Edwardian and Belle poque jewellery, symbolising luck, harmony, and protection. Its roots go back to Gothic

A delicate early 20th century pendant in the form of a quatrefoil, set with seed pearls and rose-cut diamonds around a vivid central ruby. The mix of gold and platinum-like white metal gives the piece contrast and sparkle, reflecting the fine craftsmanship of the period.

The quatrefoil design – with its four-lobed shape – was a favourite motif in Edwardian and Belle Époque jewellery, symbolising luck, harmony, and protection. Its roots go back to Gothic architecture, making it a design both romantic and historic.

Pearls, with their soft lustre, were beloved for their associations with purity and wisdom, while rubies represented passion and vitality. Diamonds, as always, carried connotations of strength and eternity. Together, this jewel is a miniature essay in symbolism.

Light and graceful, it would have originally been worn as a pendant or watch chain charm, and today remains a charming and wearable jewel full of early 20th century elegance.