Although I am easily seduced by the brash glamour of Art Deco pieces, there is something more quietly elegant seductive about Edwardian jewellery. That was the period when platinum began to be used to great effect, with the graphic beginnings of the Deco period found in the use of black materials, white metals, and the occasional bold accent colour.

This necklace, offered by British jewellers Mallory, is a nice amalgamation of both styles, really, with its pointed oval enamel links connecting to a seed pearl and diamond accented finial.

Available for £5,100; additional information available upon request.