The Grand Duchess Vladimir Tiara, with emeraldsGrand Duchess Vladimir (also known as Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna of Russia, wife of the Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich) was the aunt of Tsar Nicholas II, who was murdered alongside his family in 1918 by the Bolsheviks. Grand Duchess Vladimir was the grandest of the grand duchesses at the…
The Gorgeous Angouleme Emerald Tiara
This diadem of emeralds and diamonds is a masterpiece of the jewelry of the Restoration. It enriches the collection of jewels of the Crown dispersed in 1887 and since patiently gathered by the department of Objects of art of the Louvre. Offered by Louis XVIII to his niece the Duchess of Angoulême, it is the…
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Tsarina Alexandra’s Gorgeous Aquamarine and Diamond Kokoshnik Tiara
Aquamarine and diamond kokoshnik tiara (made in 1900). It is said to have been the personal property of the Tsarina Alexandra. The aquamarine and diamond kokoshnik tiara was made in 1900. It is said to have been the personal property of the Tsarina Alexandra. The tiara was purchased in Russia in the late 1920’s by…
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The Gorgeous Passion Incarnat Lily Diademe Tiara
The lily holds a a precious place in the garden of Chaumet, an innocent emblem that celebrates the different sides of feminine beauty, from purity to passion. A modern symbol of strength and grace, this tiara is a daring interpretation of the traditional headpieces for which Chaumet is famed. The red tones of the…
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La Nature de Chaumet Passion Incarnat Red Spinel, Garnet, Tourmaline and Diamond Lily Tiara
La Nature de Chaumet Passion Incarnat red spinel, garnet, tourmaline and diamond lily tiara. The lilies can be detached and worn as brooches. The Passion Incarnat is a tiara of a daring rarely seen in this style of headpiece, and tiaras are a specialty of the house. Not only is it unusual to see a red…
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Amethyst Necklace/Tiara Belonging to Queen Alexandra
Amethyst necklace/tiara belonging to Queen Alexandra, wife of Edward VII (1901-1910) The tiara is of foliate garlands decorated with 5 hexagonal amethysts set as swing centers within circular wreaths, alternating with pear-shaped scrolls, set with 13 European-Cut diamonds weighing approx. 8.5 carats, 69 European-Cut diamonds weighing approx. 10 carats, rose-cut diamonds, weighing another 5 carats approx., numerous smaller…
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Gorgeous Royal Jewels
Queen Mary’s Ruby Diamond Bracelet-Brooch. Queen Mary’s Ruby Diamond Bracelet-Brooch. A wedding gift when she married the Duke of York in 1893. It is a ruby and diamond bracelet incorporating a detachable centerpiece in the shape of a rose. Queen mary presented this bracelet to Elizabeth II as a wedding gift in 1947. The Burmese…
