Amethyst, tanzanite, and sapphire are the most popular purple gemstones used in jewelry. Amethyst is the most well-known and it’s both affordable and durable (it can easily) hold up to daily wear. Worthy of purple’s regal reputation, the precious purple sapphire is born from corundum. Purple, once a highly prized and expensive dye, has a rich…
The Emerald Jewels of the French Empress Marie-Louise
Imperial Emerald Parure of Marie-Louise Empress of FranceMagnificent Colombian emeralds in a Van Cleef & Arpels brooch and ring originally from a diadem belonging to the Empress Marie-Louise were sold at auction on Tuesday last week (19/10/99) at Christies in New York.The emperor presented this diadem to Marie-Louise as part of an emerald and diamond…
