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Important suite of jewellery, c. 1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold)
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Important suite of jewellery, c. 1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold)
3080400 Important suite of jewellery, c.1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold) by Russian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Each of the three brooches of openwork palmette design, the cabochon ruby and diamond petals within graduated old-cut diamond borders, earrings and ring en suite, circa 1850, rubies later replaced, two brooches 6.0 cm. wide, one brooch 5.1 cm. wide (6)
Previously sold by Christies as a tiara on 15 November 1978, lot 621
This group of brooches, earrings and ring once formed part of an important ruby and diamond tiara which was originally sold in a fitted case by Bolin, the imperial jeweller. According to Vincent Meylan, in his book the Queens Jewels, this tiara was given as a wedding present to Maria Alexandrovna in 1874, on her marriage to Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, by her father Tsar Alexander II. In 1893, Prince Alfred, the second son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, later inherited the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.
The couple had six children, of which the fourth, Princess Alexandra, married Prince Ernst of Hohenlohe-Langenburg and subsequently inherited the important ruby parure from her mother, which included a necklace, earrings, pendant, bangle and ring. These were then handed down to her son, the 8th Prince, whose wife Princess Margarita of Greece (the oldest sister of H.R.H. Prince Phillip) was the last in line to wear these exquisite jewels. In November 1978, Christies sold this important suite of jewellery, after which the original faceted rubies were replaced by cabochon stones.
); Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 23296608
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Brooch Brooches Cabochon Diamond Earring Earrings Maria Alexandrovna Matching Pair Pins Precious Stones Ring Ruby Sparkly Suite Tiara Jewel Jewels
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This print showcases an important suite of jewellery from the mid-19th century. Crafted by the Russian School, this exquisite ensemble features rubies, diamonds, and gold in a stunning display of opulence. The suite includes three brooches with openwork palmette designs, each adorned with cabochon ruby and diamond petals surrounded by graduated old-cut diamond borders. The accompanying earrings and ring complement the brooches perfectly. Originally sold as a tiara at Christie's auction house in 1978, this collection holds a fascinating history. It was once part of a magnificent ruby and diamond tiara gifted to Maria Alexandrovna on her wedding day in 1874 by her father Tsar Alexander II when she married Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh. Over time, these precious jewels passed down through generations within the royal family. The fourth child of Maria Alexandrovna and Prince Alfred, Princess Alexandra inherited the important ruby parure which included a necklace, earrings, pendant, bangle, and ring upon her marriage to Prince Ernst of Hohenlohe-Langenburg. Eventually reaching their son - the 8th Prince - these extraordinary pieces found their way into his wife's possession: Princess Margarita of Greece. In November 1978 at Christie's auction house again; this remarkable suite changed hands after its original faceted rubies were replaced with cabochon stones. This photograph captures not only the beauty but also the rich lineage that accompanies these exquisite jewels—a testament to their enduring allure throughout history.
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