Outstanding Diamond Tiaras

Edwardian Diamond and Platinum Louis XVI Style Tiara Provenance: Phipps family.- 1st Dibs

1. A pearl and diamond tiara / bracelet / brooch combination. The old brilliant-cut diamond target cluster set to the centre with an 11.5mm bouton pearl, between rows of tapering old brilliant-cut diamond trefoils with single-cut diamond borders, diamonds approx. 15.80 cts total, brooch, hair ornament and tiara fittings. (Bonhams)

2. An Elegant Art Deco Diamond Tiara by Monture Boucheron, Circa 1937. (Read More.....)

Royal Wedding: Kate's Wedding Tiara

Millions tuned in to capture a glimpse into the lives of Royal's William and Kate's wedding day. Many people in the US and Canada started watching the news at midnight until they walked down the isle. Kate looked much like a modern Grace Kelly as she wore a lace gown designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. The lace appliqué on the gown was hand-made by the Royal School of Needlework using the Carrickmacross lace-making technique.  The tiara was loaned to Kate by the Queen for the royal wedding. The tiara was first given to the Queen Mother in 1936, King George VI for his wife just three weeks before he took over the throne from his brother. The tiara was thengiven as a gift to the Princess, (who is now Queen Elizabeth) on her 18th birthday. The tiara doesn't have a monetary value but has been guessed "priceless" given the history of the tiara.  Kate's diamond earrings (Read More.....)

Bridal Headpieces

The starburst Tiara is an explosion of brilliant Swarovski crystals and sparkling rhinestones.  This lovely hand-wired tiara  is silver plated and has a lot of shine and sparkle!  This tiara is extravagant.  The ornamented portion of the piece measures 8 inches long and 1 and 1/2 inches tall at the center peak.  This tiara catches the light, as it contains both rhinestones and Swarovski crystals.  The tiara also has pin loops built in to anchor it in your hair.  Simply (Read More.....)

The Tiaras of The Romanovs Family & Court

The Romanovs ruled Russia from 1613 up to 1917, when the Revolution brought their reign to an abrupt end.  The late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries were a time of particular  extravagance for the tsars and wealthy families.  Jewels of the Romanovs Family & Court gives us a peek into this family and their beautiful jewelry.  Many photos of their jewels were destroyed so the book serves as an archive to what once existed.  Stefano Papi has spent years unraveling the mysteries of Russian imperial jewelry.  With his work at both Sotheby’s and Christie’s, his own  extensive research identifies the story behind every jewel and uncovers the fascinating account behind the jewels and the people who wore them.  Papi takes us through (Read More.....)

Julius Ceasar and Emperor Napoleon Laurel Leaf Crowns

A laurel wreath crown is one of the oldest designs in history, and are often seen with an assortment of either flowers, leaves, fruits, twigs which then form a circular crown.   Julius Caesar was one of the first gvt officials to print his own bust on a Roman minted coin which he is (Read More.....)

Egyptian Theme Wedding Tiaras

Egyptian1937 TiaraAncient Egyptians have always been extremely talented in their art of goldsmithing. The Ancient Egyptians were among the first to consitute jewelry-making as a profession. Through archaeological finds we know they first began making their jewelry using natural materials such as beads, shells and bones, but their art took a new turn when metals and natural gemstones such as gold, gold, turquoise, agate were readily available with regular mission trips to the Eastern Desert and Nubia. Napoleon Bonaparte's conquest over Egypt in 1798 through 1801 sparked an interest in all things Egyptian as he brought back ancient artifacts which revived the Egyptian style in architecture, furniture design and jewelry. Egyptian and Grecian styles have been making their appearances on celebrities in Hollywood as ancient styles become modern again breath new life into fashion. Angelina Jolie made a striking appearance at the 2009 Oscars wearing a 65-carat Colombian emerald ring and 15-carat emerald drop earrings by (Read More.....)

George IV State Diadem Royalty Tiaras

Bijoux de reinesw_coverOne of the most reconognized tiaras is the George IV State Diadem because it is featured on much of the money in several countries. It was designed in 1820 by Rundell, Bridge and Rundell for the coronation of King George IV . The diadem was also worn during the coronation of Queen Victoria, and later Queen Elizabeth II. The diadem includes 1333 diamonds weighing 325.75 carats and also has 169 beautiful pearls along its base. Its design features shamrocks, the symbols of England, Scotland and Ireland.

The George IV State Diadem is featured on the banknotes of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Bermuda, Hong Kong, British Honduras, the British Caribbean Territories currency board (consisting of Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, Anguilla, Saba, St Kitts and Nevis, Antigua, St Lucia, Dominica, St Vincent and the Grenadines, British Guyana and the British Virgin Islands), Mauritius, Southern Rhodesia, Cyprus, Rhodesia and Nyasaland, Fiji, Belize, the Bahamas, Malta, Malaya (Read More.....)