Royal Replicas

[Next Star]

The cambridge love looks the best out of those tiaras that they tried so hard to copy after and that's sad well atleast in my opinion.

 

[Elspeth]

I wonder what the Queen thinks about the Spencer tiara being listed as one of the Queen's tiaras.

 

[jcbcode99]

I've said it time and again--these companies, writers, newspapers, tabloids, etc...should consult with TRF for accurate information!

 

[GillW]

Calling them 'replicas' is somewhat ambitious. 'Tacky takeoffs' seems more appropriate.

Indeed - some are so poor as to be barely recognizable - coming into the "glad you told me what it's supposed to be..." classification


I do like the replicas site which does the brooches - I've always wanted the Cullinan V brooch and theirs is a passable imitation. I could happily put alongside my Hope Diamond replica bought at the Smithsonian (now THEY really know how to make a replica!!)

 

[Next Star]

I wonder what the Queen thinks about the Spencer tiara being listed as one of the Queen's tiaras.

The website says she wore the Spencer tiara on wedding date nothing about
the tiara being the queen's tiara.I see Princess Diana Tiara Replicas.

 

[Elspeth]

It's under a category called Queen's Tiaras.

 

[LadyCat]

And a rather disappointing replica. As is the Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara. The only one of the bunch that looks worth having is the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara -- one of my favorites. I would love to see it with the base.

Cat

 

[ClassicRoyal]

Cambridge Knot Tiara

I have yet to see a really inspiring replica of the beautiful Cambridge Knot tiara. The Glamgal website even does not have the high standard I'd like to see. Of course, it does have the Spencer replica as I have stated before - actually 2 - one is the cheap looking knock off that only a non royal watcher might purchase and the more expensive one - truly lovely and very much identical to the actual tiara. Glamgal has a "royal collection" which has a lovely replica of the Queen of Belgium's tiara. It is fun researching to find the best replica!

 

[Every 1 Smile]

Need Help!

Hello From Canada,

I have joined this forum hoping someone can help me. Around 13 years ago I purchased a ring in Santorini, Greece. The 2 gentlemen that sold it to me said it was a replica of a ring worn by someone in the Greek Royal Family years ago. It had a matching necklace and bracellet.

Can someone tell me who owned the original? Or can someone please refer me to someone or a site that may have the answer? I would greatly appreciate it! I am attaching 2 images of the ring.

Thank you,

E1S

 

[Elspeth]

Do any of our Greek jewellery experts have an idea of what this ring might be a replica of?

 

[oahugal]

http://www.bridalheadpieces.com
This site has many excellent reproduction tiaras. The fife tiara, the french pearl tiara (worn by Josephine) and a couple of really nice russian tiaras. Take your time and browse, I always get lost for severl hours looking and dreaming.

 

[Soli Deo Gloria]

Copys / doubles of royal jewels

I found this on Facebook... " Kronmakaren" - "the Crown maker". Britten Toftarp is making/building copys of some of the swedish royal jewels and she is using steel wire to do it... They doesnt look that good but its fun!

kronmakaren | Facebook

and homepage: www.kronmakaren.se

Does anybody know about other "Crown makers" or other copys/doubles of royal jewels??

 

[jcbcode99]

I think that her replicas are pretty good--and intricate! Wow!

Now, totally not sure how good these are, but there are tiaras and such on ebay that are replicas of royal pieces. Here are some:
Poltimore tiara: http://cgi.ebay.com/Victorian-8-71ct-Diamond-Tiara-57-840Gms_W0QQitemZ170431942921QQcmdZViewItemQQptZIN_Jewellery?hash=item27ae891109

Similar to Queen Victoria's sapphire tiara, only in emeralds: http://cgi.ebay.com/Wedding-16-18ct-Diamond-Emerald-Tiara-48-780Gms-Gold_W0QQitemZ270434267673QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7237219

Kinda like Crown Princess Mary wedding tiara: http://cgi.ebay.com/3-55ct-IJ-SI-DIAMOND-GOLD-WEDDING-TIARA-CROWN-IL_W0QQitemZ110481737207QQcmdZViewItemQQptZIN_Jewellery?hash=item19b93985f7

Queen Ingrid's/Crown Princess Mary ruby tiara: http://cgi.ebay.com/Bridal-11-25ct-Diamond-Ruby-Tiara-56-240Gms_W0QQitemZ270456524172QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef8770d8c

Gloucester turquoise (although it looks like a cut and paste to me): http://cgi.ebay.com/Bridal-8-27ct-Diamond-Turquise-Tiara-51-150Gms_W0QQitemZ270456999168QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef87e4d00

and, this website has some copies as well
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/

Princess Madeleine aquamarine tiara: http://www.diamondtiaras.com/Aquamarine/aquamarinetiara.htm

Princess Grace inspired:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/Bow/diamond_bow.htm

Countess of Wessex inspired:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/Garland/diamond_garland.htm

Commissioned fringe based on QE2’s wedding gift from the City of London ( a diamond fringe tiara):
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/FringeTiara/fringetiara.htm

Commission based on Crown Princess Mary wedding tiara:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/MaryWedTiara/marywedtiara.htm

Commission based on Crown Princess Mary’s ruby tiara:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/RubyTiara/mapleruby.htm

Commissioned piece based on Crown Princess Mary’s ruby earrings:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComEarrings/RubyChandelier/rubychandeliers.htm


Commissioned Princess Mary necklace:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComNecklace/AquamarineNugget/aquamarinenugget.htm

Commissioned piece similar to the Duchess of Cornwall’s triple pearl choker with amethyst clasp:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComNecklace/AmethystChoker/amethystchoker.htm

Commissioned piece similar to the pearl cross worn by Sophie when she married Edward:
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComNecklace/PearlCross/pearlcross.htm

Princess Mary Commissioned earrings (similar to her wedding earrings)
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComEarrings/PearlTeardrop/pearlteardrop.htm

Princess Mary earrings again (my favorite):
http://www.diamondtiaras.com/ComEarrings/DiamondTeardrop/diamondteardrop.htm

 

[Lady Meg]

You can try this site: http://www.countalexander.com/shop.shtml But still, they don't come cheap.

These don't even look anything like the real thing and they are from 500 pounds and up.

I think that her replicas are pretty good--and intricate! Wow!

Amazing but expensive.

 

[claudiakiralice]

I saw a web site in Mexico that makes tiara replicas. Some were pretty amazing. i cannot find that site again. Does anyone have a link? I will keep looking for it. Prices were good and the tiaras were awesome

Found it:
Crown Designers - Store
enjoy.

 

[pizzo]

Hi! While I was browsing online for a new purse last Tuesday I found a whole bunch of royal replicas at qvc.com. You can find many items to sort through by searching for “ KJL “ (the designer’s initials – Kenneth Jay Lane).

There were several pieces resembling the late Princess of Wales’ jewelry (engagement ring, multi-strand pearl necklace with sapphire center, gold watch, sapphire/diamond jewels, etc.). I saw a couple of pieces that resembled the late Duchess of Windsor’s jewelry, as well as a few pieces like those of the new Duchess of Cambridge.

Here are just a couple of items I thought I’d share…

Catherine’s engagement necklace (no earrings): http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx?view=2&app=detail&params=item^J159006,RecTypeInd^IOFFER,navlist^J260912*J159006*J158485*,cp^detail,tmp^related,cpprod^J159003,cm_scid^dtlr&walk=&cmtags=

I was surprised to see these, just four days after the wedding! Catherine’s wedding earrings: (IMHO not the best copy, but at least it’s something attainable by the average lady.)
http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx?view=2&app=detail&params=item^J260912,RecTypeInd^IOFFER,navlist^J260912*J159006*J158485*,cp^detail,tmp^related,cpprod^J159003,cm_scid^dtlr&walk=&cmtags=


Bracelet inspired by the Spencer tiara: http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.J158488.desc.KJL-Family-Tiara-Bracelet

Diana’s wedding earrings: http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx?view=2&app=detail&params=item^J159003,RecTypeInd^IOFFER,navlist^J159003*J158485*J159005*,cp^detail,tmp^related,cpprod^J158488,cm_scid^dtlr&walk=&cmtags=

Diana’s watch:http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.J158495.desc.KJL-Royal-Birthday-Watch

I thought this bracelet looked somewhat similar to the bracelet HM received from Prince Philip... Kinda/sorta.

http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.cm_scid.WISH.item.J149522

 

[windsorbrides1]

I agree, after looking at all the sites, by far the Glamgal replica of the Spencer Tiara is the best I've ever seen. Here's the link

Princess Diana Wedding Tiara

As far as the Diana/Kate engagement ring goes you want a 14 prongs along the "sapphire" or it won't look like the real thing. This is where to get it.

http://www.dianaringstore.com

 

[Tilla]

If you allow:
some time ago, I was happy with buying an imitation brooch ressembling to one of Queen Elisabeth`s II brooches, yet, today, I know I will never do this anymore; better take one of my small collection of real ones.

 

[PrincessTPring]

hello does anyone know where I can get a Crown Princess Mary of Denmark Ruby leaf tiara replica? Thanks!

 

[englishrose]

Duchess of Windsor jewels reproductions

Hello, Hoping somebody might have some information that can help me.

A good friend of mine who is nearly in her 80s was years ago treated to the duchess of Windsor jewels reproductions the whole set including the panther/leopard brooch. Which was sadly stolen of off her jacket while out one night she is truly devastated and I'm trying my utter most to find one again. I believe quite a few of these were made but I'm struggling to find anything about them. Any help at all would be most grateful.

Hoping, English Rose.

 

[Princess of Durham]

This woman apparently makes a number of reproductions of the Windsor jewels.

Carolee: The Duchess of Windsor Panther Pin

Good luck!

 

[KittyAtlanta]

I just ordered the flamingo pin for my Mother's Christmas. She's going to love it~! Thx so much for the website.

 

[Daisiesforever]

Oh yes Kitty, what an exquisite choice. Your Mum is going to be thrilled. I may just follow suite.

 

[Illustrious]

I really dislike having to drag up an older thread, but I have a burning question for you all.

Has anyone here actually ordered any of the replica pieces from StageJewellry?

If so, could you possibly review your experience and provide photos of the actual item received?

I have stumbled upon countless bridal sites based in China, with stolen photos of famous tiaras - claiming THAT is the final product you will receive. I have my doubts, to be sure.

However, StageJewellry seems to be a decent site, but they have only one image per tiara and they are very small photos. I am apprehensive to spend almost $1,000US on a replica if there aren't decent photos to aid my decision.

 

[DameL]

hello does anyone know where I can get a Crown Princess Mary of Denmark Ruby leaf tiara replica? Thanks!

I know this information is rather late coming but I only just happened upon the thread today and wanted to offer some information to everyone.

There are a couple of manufacturers in India who are reproducing tiaras in genuine stones. This one is modeled on the ruby leaf tiara.
11.25ct Diamond & Ruby Tiara

Others I have found are the Countess of Wesex's wedding tiara:
10.25CT DIAMOND TIARA REPRODUCTION ART DECO

Princess Mary's wedding tiara:
2.50 CT DIAMOND TIARA CROWN SOLID WEDDING ANNIVERSARY PROM | eBay

and more offerings of Queen Victoria's sapphire tiara than I can list. Some are from a starting bid of $0.99
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN LOOK 14.50CT ROSE CUT DIAMOND SAPPHIRE TIARA
and others are just under the four figure range.
DIAMOND SAPPHIRE TIARA/CROWN VICTORIAN STYLE ART DECO WEDDING ENGAGEMENT

I've started making some tiara's myself which are not replicas but inspired by some of the designs I've seen since joining this forum. I must admit, I'm enjoying it. My first design was inspired by Sweden's Cameo Tiara.

 

[Grandduchess24]

I'm just so happy to know that royal tiaras can be replicated and bought but although it would be nice to have one I can't really wear it out in public except for halloween otherwise I would but it put it in a glass box and keep it as a decoration in my room where I can admire it and wish I was royal

 

[DameL]

I'm just so happy to know that royal tiaras can be replicated and bought but although it would be nice to have one I can't really wear it out in public except for halloween otherwise I would but it put it in a glass box and keep it as a decoration in my room where I can admire it and wish I was royal

I always thought it would be lovely to have something real to pass down to future brides in the family, either those marrying into or daughters of. Just make sure it's in a trust so it doesn't become a divorce trophy.

 

[GillW]

This exciting post appeared onthe Royal Jewels of the World chat group earlier - I've already ordered mine!

Seems the Royal Collection sells new replica brooches ... wish I could see them in real:

Fringe Brooch (Queen Victoria's Diamond Fringe Brooch):
Fringe Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Double Bow Brooch (Queen Victoria's Bow Brooch)
Double Bow Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Bow Brooch (Queen Mary's Dorset Bow Brooch):
Bow Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Pearl Bow Brooch (Kensington Bow Brooch)
Pearl Bow Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Pink Flower Brooch (Williamson Diamond Brooch)
Pink Flower Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Sapphire Brooch (Empress Marie of Russia's Brooch)
Sapphire Brooch Royal Collection Shop

Stomacher Brooch (Queen Mary's Stomacher):
Stomacher Brooch Royal Collection Shop

More:
Fashion & Jewellery Royal Collection Shop

 

[Lumutqueen]

I wondered about starting a new thread for this, and there was much talk when Catherine got engaged with this ring but what I wanted to chat about was replicas. I myself have a similar diamond and sapphire ring which was purchased prior to the engagement but after they announced the engagement that same ring was hiked up in price and nowadays I see loads of copycat rings, including several articles when I visit the TRF.

Has anyone bought a replica ring? What do you think about them?

 

[bethaliz6894]

i bought a replica ring, 7 pearl strand choker and matching earrings( diana's favorite set) and it was worth the money i paid for it and it wasnt much. i think it is a very pretty set, and if i would go to a party that could warrant such a set, i might actually wear it.