Jewels for sale: Worthy additions to royal collections, Part 1

[muriel]

Hopefully not Queen Maxima!

It will match her lobster necklace well.

 

[doro]

What British royal lady would buy this parure?

A Late Georgian Aquamarine And Gold Parure – Bentley & Skinner – The Mayfair antique and bespoke jewellery shop in the heart of London

Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment to His Majesty The King, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery.

www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

And these delicate tiaras?

A mid-20th century diamond-set tiara – Bentley & Skinner – The Mayfair antique and bespoke jewellery shop in the heart of London

Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment to His Majesty The King, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery.

www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

A turn of 20th century diamond fringe tiara/necklace – Bentley & Skinner – The Mayfair antique and bespoke jewellery shop in the heart of London

Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment to His Majesty The King, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery.

www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

And this convertible necklace/tiara?

Pearl and diamond necklace | Fine Jewels | 2024 | Sotheby's

<p>Of trefoil design, set throughout out with circular-cut diamonds and pearls, to a detachable necklace set with rose-cut diamonds, <em>length approximately 380mm.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Pearls not tested for natural origin.</p>

www.sothebys.com

And this tiara?

Diamond tiara, late 19th century and later | Important Jewels | Jewelry | Sotheby's

<p>Of bow and ribbon design, set throughout with old cushion-shaped diamonds, enhanced with rose diamonds, <em>inner circumference approximately 300mm, motifs detachable, one small diamond deficient, fitted case.</em></p>

www.sothebys.com

More:

Garland High Jewellery Diamond and Pearl Tiara | Garrard

Elegantly entangled, as symbolic of eternity as the diamonds in which it is realised, sweeps around our high jewellery Garland tiara.

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Monte Rosa diamond tiara

Mellerio dits Meller Monte Rosa diamond tiara

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[CrownPrincessJava]

An adjustable old-cut diamond diadem total weight c. 15 ct - Exquisite Jewels 2024/05/23 - Realized price: EUR 46,800 - Dorotheum

gold c. 580, silver c. 800, old-cut diamonds, diamond rhombs, detachable chain and mounts, length c. 45 cm, workmanship c. 1900, 59 g, 5 brooch elements, 2 hairpins, 1 chain adapter, in wooden box, carcasse for diadem missing. The diadem consists of 15 pieces and can be worn variably with the...

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Gorgeous necklace, I'm wondering could it be flipped up and become a tiara.

More items from the same lot: 2024/05/23 Exquisite Jewels (237 items) - Dorotheum

I think it could and I think it would be suited more as a tiara as it looks very heavy and too big as a necklace, as shown in the second photo. It's very reminiscent of the Strathmore Rose Tiara and it would be a very nice acquisition for any of the Royal households

 

[muriel]

I think it could and I think it would be suited more as a tiara as it looks very heavy and too big as a necklace, as shown in the second photo. It's very reminiscent of the Strathmore Rose Tiara and it would be a very nice acquisition for any of the Royal households

I agree, the design would lend itself well to being a tiara.

Certainly one for Mathilde or Mary to buy, in my opinion!

 

[An Ard Ri]

What British royal lady would buy this parure?

A mid-20th century diamond-set tiara – Bentley & Skinner – The Mayfair antique and bespoke jewellery shop in the heart of London

Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment to His Majesty The King, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery.

www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

A turn of 20th century diamond fringe tiara/necklace – Bentley & Skinner – The Mayfair antique and bespoke jewellery shop in the heart of London

Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment to His Majesty The King, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery.

www.bentley-skinner.co.uk

And this convertible necklace/tiara?

Pearl and diamond necklace | Fine Jewels | 2024 | Sotheby's

<p>Of trefoil design, set throughout out with circular-cut diamonds and pearls, to a detachable necklace set with rose-cut diamonds, <em>length approximately 380mm.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Pearls not tested for natural origin.</p>

www.sothebys.com

And this tiara?

Diamond tiara, late 19th century and later | Important Jewels | Jewelry | Sotheby's

<p>Of bow and ribbon design, set throughout with old cushion-shaped diamonds, enhanced with rose diamonds, <em>inner circumference approximately 300mm, motifs detachable, one small diamond deficient, fitted case.</em></p>

www.sothebys.com

The Windsors have a full vault but one could see Eleanore of Belgium wearing anyone of the above and they are reasonably priced too!

 

[muriel]

Pearl collier, with a sapphire and diamond clasp, earrings and a bracelet

I think Victoria, Mette Marit, Mary and Mathilde could all put this demi-parure to good use.

Set of sapphire, cultured pearl and diamond jewels | Ensemble de bijoux saphirs, perles de culture et diamants | Una Casa Una Vida: Collection Yolanda Eleta de Fierro - Part I | 2024 | Sotheby's

<p>Comprising a cultured pearl necklace, a ring, a pair of ear clips and a bracelet, ornated with oval and round sapphire cabochons, enhanced with single-, brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds,<em> necklace length 420 mm, size 50 (sizing band), ear clips measuring 28 x 8 mm, bracelet length 190...

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[An Ard Ri]

Pearl collier, with a sapphire and diamond clasp, earrings and a bracelet

I think Victoria, Mette Marit, Mary and Mathilde could all put this demi-parure to good use.

Set of sapphire, cultured pearl and diamond jewels | Ensemble de bijoux saphirs, perles de culture et diamants | Una Casa Una Vida: Collection Yolanda Eleta de Fierro - Part I | 2024 | Sotheby's

<p>Comprising a cultured pearl necklace, a ring, a pair of ear clips and a bracelet, ornated with oval and round sapphire cabochons, enhanced with single-, brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds,<em> necklace length 420 mm, size 50 (sizing band), ear clips measuring 28 x 8 mm, bracelet length 190...

www.sothebys.com

These would look wonderful on queen Mathilde!

 

[doro]

Who would purchase this diamond tiara by Boucheron?

Serpent Bohème tiara

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[LadyFinn]

Bukowskis Sweden is selling many interesting pieces at an auction on June 11-13, for many royal ladies:

A hardstone cameo necklace and a pair of earrings in gold with enamel and set with pearls
According to family tradition originally a gift from Eugène de Beauharnais (1781-1824), the stepson of Napoleon Bonaparte, to Princess Maria Theresia von Thurn und Taxis (1794-1874). One of her ladies in waiting received the parure as a gift from the Princess. Thence by descent to the present owner.

A hardstone cameo necklace and a pair of earrings in gold with enamel and set with pearls. - Bukowskis

Width necklace ca 23 - 40 mm, length ca 39 cm, dimensions earrings ca 25 X 60 mm, total weight 77 g. Accompanied by a fitted case. Safety chain 18K gold...

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A gorgeous diamond necklace:
A Harry Winston platinum and heart-shaped brilliant-cut diamond necklace

A Harry Winston platinum and heart-shaped brilliant-cut diamond necklace. - Bukowskis

Total weight 24.53 cts according to a document from Harry Winston, diamonds approximately F vvs/vs, width approximately 4 - 7 mm, length approximately ...

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An impressive platinum, step-cut emerald and old-cut diamond brooch by W.A. Bolin likely Moscow 1912-1917.

An impressive platinum, step-cut emerald and old-cut diamond brooch by W.A. Bolin likely Moscow 1912-1917. No hallmarks. - Bukowskis

One pear-shaped old-cut diamond and three cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds with a total weight of ca 6.50 cts, diamond colour ca E/F, H, and F/G, dimens...

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An 18K gold brooch with diamonds in various cuts, Albuquerque

An 18K gold brooch with diamonds in various cuts, Albuquerque. - Bukowskis

Round and navette-shaped brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, total weight approximately 12.00 cts, colour approximately F/G, dimensions 60 X 40 mm,...

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An important brooch with pearls and diamonds, C.E. Bolin, St Petersburg 1899-1908, owner of the workshop Sofia Schwan

An important brooch with pearls and diamonds, C.E. Bolin, St Petersburg 1899-1908, owner of the workshop Sofia Schwan. - Bukowskis

In the shape of an elegant flowering branch. Dimensions ca 10 X 7 cm, weight 42 g. Struck with initials SS for Sofia Schwan, 56 standard. Original case ...

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A brooch in platinum set with a pearl and round brilliant- and eight-cut diamonds designed by Henrik Bolin, W.A. Bolin

A brooch in platinum set with a pearl and round brilliant- and eight-cut diamonds designed by Henrik Bolin, W.A. Bolin. - Bukowskis

With a total weight of ca 2.50 cts, Ø pearl 10 X 9 mm, dimensions 40 X 35 mm, total weight 11 g. W.A. Bolin, Stockholm 1961. Design typical of Henrik Bo...

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A tiara owned by Louise Lyberg (1932-2024), the former First Lady of the Swedish Royal Court:
A gold and silver tiara composed of scroll motifs set with old- and rose-cut diamonds

An 18K gold and silver tiara composed of scroll motifs set with old- and rose-cut diamonds. - Bukowskis

Height approximately 40 mm, inner diameter about 14 cm, total weight 71 g. Can also be used as a necklace and brooch with accompanying parts. Case from ...

www.bukowskis.com

Louise Lyberg with the tiara
Pic

 

[muriel]

Bukowskis Sweden is selling many interesting pieces at an auction on June 11-13, for many royal ladies:



An 18K gold brooch with diamonds in various cuts, Albuquerque

An 18K gold brooch with diamonds in various cuts, Albuquerque. - Bukowskis

Round and navette-shaped brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, total weight approximately 12.00 cts, colour approximately F/G, dimensions 60 X 40 mm,...

www.bukowskis.com

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I do think the diamond brooch would be a worthy addition to many a jewel vault: Mathilde, Mary, Mette, Letizia and Victoria.

 

[doro]

What royal lady would buy these 2 tiaras?

A silver and paste demi parure comprising a tiara and a pair of earrings, 19th century. - Bukowskis

Height with stand approximately 15 X 30 mm, inner diameter approximately 13 cm, weight 60 g, earrings approximately 17 X 33 mm, total weight 12 g.

www.bukowskis.com

A silver and gold tiara with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. - Bukowskis

Height of the flowers approximately 30 - 45 mm, total weight 50 g. Accompanied by a fitted case from CF Carlman.

www.bukowskis.com

 

[muriel]

What royal lady would buy these 2 tiaras?

A silver and gold tiara with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. - Bukowskis

Height of the flowers approximately 30 - 45 mm, total weight 50 g. Accompanied by a fitted case from CF Carlman.

www.bukowskis.com

I could see either Mary or Mathilde add this tiara to their collection for use by their younger children, if required.

 

[An Ard Ri]

Quite a few really beautiful; pieces on sale at Christies of London -

The London Sale -June 5th​

Jewels Online: The London Edit

 

[Opals]

This is one of the more interesting tiaras that's come up for sale, I'm not sure I can see any of the queen's wearing this https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6487255?ldp_breadcrumb=back

 

[Opals]

Bonhams has 5 very different tiaras available at their upcoming London sale

Bonhams : DIAMOND AND PEARL TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890

The graduating foliate knifewire sprays set throughout with old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamonds, accented with bouton pearls, mounted in silver and gold, detaches to be worn as a necklace frontispiece on a later snake-link chain, clasp deficient, pearls untested, diamonds approximately...

www.bonhams.com

I like this next one for any future crown princess of Denmark

Bonhams : NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890

The graduating foliate volutes, set with 3.50 - 6.90mm bouton pearls, above a series of scrolling motifs, set throughout with cushion-shaped, old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 6.05 carats total, inner circumference approximately 22.5cm...

www.bonhams.com

Not sure who this would best fit

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA/CIRCLET/NECKLACE,

Of 'Russian fringe' design, the articulated row of old cushion-shaped diamonds within box-collet settings, suspending a fringe of forty-eight graduating 'spikes' of similarly-cut diamonds in cut-down collet settings, to a similarly-set quatrefoil clasp, converting to a circlet or necklace...

www.bonhams.com

This one I kind of like for one of the Danish princesses, but it might need some work

Bonhams : FLOWERHEAD DIAMOND BROOCH/TIARA COMBINATION, CIRCA 1965 (6)

Each stylised flowerhead with unfurling petals, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, accented by step-cut diamonds and a central brilliant and baguette-cut diamond cluster, French maker's marks GM, French assay marks, diamonds approximately 45.70 carats total, brooch lengths: 3.8cm to 4.5cm...

www.bonhams.com

Last one

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA

Of undulating form, with openwork palmette and scroll motifs accented by trios of old brilliant-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, with a central pear-shaped diamond, terminating with a similarly-shaped diamond finial, millegrain-set throughout with brilliant and single-cut diamonds, diamonds...

www.bonhams.com

 

[muriel]

Bonhams has 5 very different tiaras available at their upcoming London sale

Bonhams : DIAMOND AND PEARL TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890

The graduating foliate knifewire sprays set throughout with old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamonds, accented with bouton pearls, mounted in silver and gold, detaches to be worn as a necklace frontispiece on a later snake-link chain, clasp deficient, pearls untested, diamonds approximately...

www.bonhams.com

I like this next one for any future crown princess of Denmark

Bonhams : NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890

The graduating foliate volutes, set with 3.50 - 6.90mm bouton pearls, above a series of scrolling motifs, set throughout with cushion-shaped, old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 6.05 carats total, inner circumference approximately 22.5cm...

www.bonhams.com

Not sure who this would best fit

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA/CIRCLET/NECKLACE,

Of 'Russian fringe' design, the articulated row of old cushion-shaped diamonds within box-collet settings, suspending a fringe of forty-eight graduating 'spikes' of similarly-cut diamonds in cut-down collet settings, to a similarly-set quatrefoil clasp, converting to a circlet or necklace...

www.bonhams.com

This one I kind of like for one of the Danish princesses, but it might need some work

Bonhams : FLOWERHEAD DIAMOND BROOCH/TIARA COMBINATION, CIRCA 1965 (6)

Each stylised flowerhead with unfurling petals, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, accented by step-cut diamonds and a central brilliant and baguette-cut diamond cluster, French maker's marks GM, French assay marks, diamonds approximately 45.70 carats total, brooch lengths: 3.8cm to 4.5cm...

www.bonhams.com

Last one

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA

Of undulating form, with openwork palmette and scroll motifs accented by trios of old brilliant-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, with a central pear-shaped diamond, terminating with a similarly-shaped diamond finial, millegrain-set throughout with brilliant and single-cut diamonds, diamonds...

www.bonhams.com

Thank you for sharing. I do like the first three tiaras, and they would all be worthy additions to the Belgian and Danish collections.

In particular, the following tiara would be a good meaningful sized tiara that could be used by any of the royals.

Bonhams : NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND TIARA/NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890

The graduating foliate volutes, set with 3.50 - 6.90mm bouton pearls, above a series of scrolling motifs, set throughout with cushion-shaped, old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 6.05 carats total, inner circumference approximately 22.5cm...

www.bonhams.com

Queen Mathilde could use the attached tiara as a necklace and / or as a tiara.

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA/CIRCLET/NECKLACE,

Of 'Russian fringe' design, the articulated row of old cushion-shaped diamonds within box-collet settings, suspending a fringe of forty-eight graduating 'spikes' of similarly-cut diamonds in cut-down collet settings, to a similarly-set quatrefoil clasp, converting to a circlet or necklace...

www.bonhams.com

 

[An Ard Ri]

Thank you for sharing. I do like the first three tiaras, and they would all be worthy additions to the Belgian and Danish collections.



Queen Mathilde could use the attached tiara as a necklace and / or as a tiara.

Bonhams : DIAMOND TIARA/CIRCLET/NECKLACE,

Of 'Russian fringe' design, the articulated row of old cushion-shaped diamonds within box-collet settings, suspending a fringe of forty-eight graduating 'spikes' of similarly-cut diamonds in cut-down collet settings, to a similarly-set quatrefoil clasp, converting to a circlet or necklace...

www.bonhams.com

I could easily see these in the Belgian vault ,the queen could do with an additional tiara and Princess Eleonore will hopefully get one on her 18th birthday.

 

[Stefan]

I could easily see these in the Belgian vault ,the queen could do with an additional tiara and Princess Eleonore will hopefully get one on her 18th birthday.

The fringe would be a nice addition to the belgian Vault as it is convertible and can be used as necklace or as tiara.

 

[An Ard Ri]

The fringe would be a nice addition to the belgian Vault as it is convertible and can be used as necklace or as tiara.

The Belgians could do with a substantial necklace or parure set!

 

[muriel]

I could easily see these in the Belgian vault ,the queen could do with an additional tiara and Princess Eleonore will hopefully get one on her 18th birthday.

I am not sure Eleonore needs a tiara exclusively for her, but additional tiaras / other jewellery for use by various members of the BRF may be the way forward.

 

[An Ard Ri]

I am not sure Eleonore needs a tiara exclusively for her, but additional tiaras / other jewellery for use by various members of the BRF may be the way forward.

If Eleonore receives a tiara for her 18th it would serve as one for State Galas and as a wedding tiara!
Poor Princess Astrid marrying a Hapsburg and no jewels in the vault for her to use!

 

[muriel]

If Eleonore receives a tiara for her 18th it would serve as one for State Galas and as a wedding tiara!
Poor Princess Astrid marrying a Hapsburg and no jewels in the vault for her to use!

I appreciate your sentiment, but do non-main line royals really need tiaras exclusively for their use in the future? Are the BRF not better served with a collection of jewels that can be shared amongst them rather than have exclusive jewels for some who may hardly ever attend gala events?

As regards Astrid, her mother, as Queen hardly had any jewels to wear. Astrid has access to a better selection of gala jewels than the current Belgian Queen.

 

[Stefan]

If Eleonore receives a tiara for her 18th it would serve as one for State Galas and as a wedding tiara!
Poor Princess Astrid marrying a Hapsburg and no jewels in the vault for her to use!

The question is she will attend State Banquets. Could be that in the future that will be limited to the Royal Couple and the Heir/Heiress. So then she would only need one at her Wedding.
I think the best would be to start a better collection who then is hold in Trust by the monarch of the day and the tiaras etc. are loaned out when needed, similar to how it is done in Sweden.

 

[An Ard Ri]

I appreciate your sentiment, but do non-main line royals really need tiaras exclusively for their use in the future? Are the BRF not better served with a collection of jewels that can be shared amongst them rather than have exclusive jewels for some who may hardly ever attend gala events?

As regards Astrid, her mother, as Queen hardly had any jewels to wear. Astrid has access to a better selection of gala jewels than the current Belgian Queen.

A Belgian RF family jewel Foundation would be an excellent idea if the Belgians had a decent collection but as the queen is only starting to replenish the empty vaults it might be some years off before they would have sufficient jewels for a Foundation.

 

[muriel]

A Belgian RF family jewel Foundation would be an excellent idea if the Belgians had a decent collection but as the queen is only starting to replenish the empty vaults it might be some years off before they would have sufficient jewels for a Foundation.

The Belgians don't need a formal foundation. They just need a Queen who builds and maintains a collection, from which loans can be made to relevant members.

 

[Stefan]

The Belgians don't need a formal foundation. They just need a Queen who builds and maintains a collection, from which loans can be made to relevant members.

I think the Problem is the inheritance. If they are personally owned by the Queen the inheritance will need to be shared equally among her children

 

[An Ard Ri]

The Belgians don't need a formal foundation. They just need a Queen who builds and maintains a collection, from which loans can be made to relevant members.

And bit by bit Queen Mathilde is rebuilding the collection,not quite there yet but on the right path after years of mismanagement.

 

[muriel]

I think the Problem is the inheritance. If they are personally owned by the Queen the inheritance will need to be shared equally among her children

They should, in their entirety, be left to the next monarch. This assumes there isn't an inheritance tax angle in Belgium.

And bit by bit Queen Mathilde is rebuilding the collection,not quite there yet but on the right path after years of mismanagement.

Indeed. She is on the right path, and appears to gave bought well at auction. But I suspect the time is now coming for her to buy some serious "Queen level" jewels.

 

[Marengo]

They should, in their entirety, be left to the next monarch. This assumes there isn't an inheritance tax angle in Belgium.


Indeed. She is on the right path, and appears to gave bought well at auction. But I suspect the time is now coming for her to buy some serious "Queen level" jewels.

There is indeed that angle, which is that also the heirs of a Queen pay death tax. I am not sure if the monarch himself needs to pay them when he receives an inheritance, can't find the information online.

I still find it an eternal shame they didn't buy back the Belgian pieces of Pss M. Gabriella of Italy, when they were auctioned off.

The collection is so small that one or two pieces do not make a big difference. And other than the Vestey tiara the pieces that are bought back lack much substance. Some brooches and earrings but that is that. And none of them with too many carats.

The low prices at Bonhams are always surprising. It makes you wonder why Pss Claire or CPss Mary ended up with even less impressive tiaras. But although the design can be nice the diamonds themselves are tiny. Still, they make nice tiaras for junior princesses and will be more comfortable to wear than the heavier royal tiaras.

Im suspect the need for tiaras will be less and less. In the case of Eleonore or future wives of Gabriel and Eleonore I imagine they will only need it at their wedding and when they attend one or two Scandinavian weddings in the future. It remains to be seen if they will attend state visits. As we saw with the Lux. and Dutch state visits the Belgian RF has joined some others in downsizing on the attendance there too.

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A sale at Christie´s in Paris tomorrow has a brooch and choker of the Hannover family (lot 2 and 3). Lot 22 is a wonderful flower necklace, which would look great on a tiara frame too.

Joaillerie Paris

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[muriel]

There is indeed that angle, which is that also the heirs of a Queen pay death tax. I am not sure if the monarch himself needs to pay them when he receives an inheritance, can't find the information online.

I still find it an eternal shame they didn't buy back the Belgian pieces of Pss M. Gabriella of Italy, when they were auctioned off.

The collection is so small that one or two pieces do not make a big difference. And other than the Vestey tiara the pieces that are bought back lack much substance. Some brooches and earrings but that is that. And none of them with too many carats.

The low prices at Bonhams are always surprising. It makes you wonder why Pss Claire or CPss Mary ended up with even less impressive tiaras. But although the design can be nice the diamonds themselves are tiny. Still, they make nice tiaras for junior princesses and will be more comfortable to wear than the heavier royal tiaras.

Im suspect the need for tiaras will be less and less. In the case of Eleonore or future wives of Gabriel and Eleonore I imagine they will only need it at their wedding and when they attend one or two Scandinavian weddings in the future. It remains to be seen if they will attend state visits. As we saw with the Lux. and Dutch state visits the Belgian RF has joined some others in downsizing on the attendance there too.

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A sale at Christie´s in Paris tomorrow has a brooch and choker of the Hannover family (lot 2 and 3). Lot 22 is a wonderful flower necklace, which would look great on a tiara frame too.

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Many interesting points.

> If there is a tax angle, then monarch to monarch transfers (if tax free) or ownership through a trust may be the solution.

> Pricing at places like Bonhams is never very high as the market for tiaras and brooches is really very limited. This leads to exceptional bargains to be had for those that have a use of tiaras and brooches.

> You are right, barring the tiara for Elizabeth, most of what Mathilde has bought so far is pretty inconsequential. Hence, in a post further upthread, I had suggested that it was now time for Mathilde to loosen the purse strings and buy more "Queen level" jewels.

> I love Lot 22 in the Christie's Paris sale, and think it will be of much use to all the usual royal ladies. Letizia is an unlikely buyer, but it would work very well with her Floral tiara.