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Humphry Davy, English chemist
Humphry Davy (1778-1829), English chemist. Davy is best known for his invention of the miners safety lamp, also known as the Davy lamp, for use in coal mines

FASHION: COUPLE, 1922. A fashionably dressed couple (he in a jacket by Larsen)
FASHION: COUPLE, 1922. A fashionably dressed couple (he in a jacket by Larsen, she in a dress by Doeuillet) in an embrace. Fashion plate from the French magazine La Gazette du Bon Ton, 1922

SILENT FILM STILL: CLOWN. A harlequin clown. Still from the motion picture 4 Devils, directed by F. W. Murnau, 1928
SILENT FILM STILL: CLOWN. A harlequin clown. Still from the motion picture 4 Devils, directed by F.W. Murnau, 1928

ANITA EKBERG (1932- ). Swedish cinema actress

BASEBALL POLKA, 1867. Song sheet for Baseball Polka by James M. Goodman, 1867

EBBETS FIELD, 1957. Night game between the Brooklyn Dodgers and Milwaukee Braves at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn, New York. Photograph, 22 August 1957

BOSTON: BASEBALL GAME, 1961. Boston Red Sox second baseman Elijah Pumpsie Green tags out Brooks Robinson of the Baltimore Orioles while trying to steal a base during a game at Fenway Park in Boston

Beach and palm tree, Diamond, Martinique, French Overseas Department, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

The Dolly Sisters and chorus in the tableaux La Mine Diamants (Diamond Mine), Paris En Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Old timbered house by a river
An old timbered house at the side of a river

View of Sackville College, East Grinstead, West Sussex
Exterior view of Sackville College, East Grinstead, West Sussex, a Jacobean almshouse founded in 1609 to provide sheltered accommodation for the elderly

Bungalow with patterned slate roof, North Wales
A bungalow with an elaborately patterned slate roof, somewhere in North Wales where the slate is quarried

Window detail, Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales
A window detail on the main workshop building at Dinorwig (or Dinorwic) Slate Quarry, near Llanberis, North Wales. Wooden patterns for the ironwork, including these frames

Slate tiling, Blaenau Ffestiniog Slate Quarry, North Wales
Intricate patterning made from slate on an abandoned weighbridge building at Blaenau Ffestiniog Slate Quarry, Caernarvonshire (now Gwynedd), North Wales

Union Workhouse, Tonbridge, Kent, Boys Drill
A line of boys at Tonbridge Union workhouse in Kent, probably in band uniforms, hold their rifles in military drill style. A man at the left of the line (their bandmaster?) looks

Union Workhouse, Tonbridge, Kent, Jubilee Celebrations
The Tonbridge Union workhouse bedecked with flags, its lawns covered with chairs, and inmates sprawled on the grass. Thought to be the occasion of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee in 1897

Brother and Sister with fine Go-cart
A small boy (driving) and his elder sister (standing) with their fantastic homemade Go-cart, seemingly constructed out of fruit boxes supported on the chassis of a former large upright pram

Diamond Rubber Company - Tyre Department
Main Division of the Automobile Tire Building Department of the Diamond Rubber Company. 540 men are shown in this group

Cuba - Obispo Street, Havana

Trinkets of Today: Modern Jewellery
Beautiful jewellery designed and made by Messrs. Cartier, the famous jewellers, representing the finest modern craftmanship

The treasures of Prince Youssoupof
Jewellery worth a total of 300 million, collected for the presidential visit on the 18th July 1925, at the Diamond Pavilion, the exhibition of Decorative Arts

Queens 27th birthday portrait on Tatler cover
Queen Elizabeth II posed for her portrait on the occasion of her 27th birthday, wearing a diadem originally reset for Queen Victoria and a Russian fringe style diamond necklace

Five dancers
A line of five dancing girls in summer clothing, showing off rather shapely legs and ankles!

South Africa
Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa

Diamond Jubilee Gathering at the Queens Statue, Bombay
Loyal Diamond Jubilee Gathering in 1897 at the Queens Statue, Bombay

PLUMS
Jefferson Victoria Coes Golden Drop Diamond Ponds Seedling Autumn Compote

Egyptian Beauty and scenes from the country
An Egyptian beauty is framed in a diamond, surrounded by scenes from the country including the Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, an avenue of Palm trees

Advertisement for Harrods Department Store, 1897
Advertisement for Harrods department store, London, in 1897

Harrods Diamond Jubilee, 1909
Illustration showing a number of scenes and figures at the department store, Harrods Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 1909. Mr. R

Diamond Cut Diamond - intended as a Frontispiece to the Phamphlet

1897 carriages
An array of horse-drawn carriages popular in the Diamond Jubilee year of 1897, displayed in an advertisement by Maythorn & Son of Biggleswade

Crimea Artillery
A quiet day in the Diamond Battery : the gun is a Lancaster 68-pounder

Koh-I-Nor Diamond / Mary
Queen Mary wearing the Koh-i- noor diamond, a crown, diamond choker, pearl bracelets, diamond earrings & rings

M. Moissans diamond experiments
Ferdinand Frederick Henro Moissan (1852-1907) pictured with his electric furnace. Born in Paris, Moissan was an artificial diamond maker

A boudoir cap, 1927
Illustration showing a luxurious design made from pink satin, with a diamond bulldog head in the centre, 1927

Koh I Noor Diamond 1851
Koh-I-Noor diamond: Mountain of Light in its original setting & the Durra-I-Noor diamond: Sea of Light, made by the East India Company

Dress / Diamond Applique
Wrap over bodice, high collar, tight sleeves with shoulder puff & reversed cuffs, diamond applique on the hem & sleeves. A reticule hangs from a broad belt with a silver buckle

The King and Queen at the Windsor festivities
George III (1738-1820)and Queen Charlotte observing the roasting of an ox at Windsor, part of celebrations to mark the kings Diamond Jubilee in 1810

Kimberley Diamond Mine
The open-cast diamond mine at Kimberley, South Africa : the buildings at the top give an idea of the immense scale of the workings

Diamond Mining / Kimberley
The diamond mine at Kimberley, South Africa, showing the cables used to descend the face

Knitted Casaque
A short sleeved knitted CASAQUE or blouse in a diamond pattern

Mole Fur Cloak 1922
A mole fur cloak with a broad collar & hem in a diamond patchwork giving a quilted effect to the fur

Affair of the Necklace
Countess de la Motte & her maid escaping after the Affair of the Diamond Necklace. Marie Antoinettes supposed involvement helped discredit the monarchy

Diamond Creek, Arizona
A majestic mountain landscape near the head of Diamond Creek in the Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Exploring Colorado River
Exploring the American wilder- -ness - the Colorado River party of the U.S. geographical survey reach the mouth of Diamond Creek in the Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Victoria / Diamond Jubilee
VICTORIAs DIAMOND JUBILEE Crowds line the streets near Buckingham Palace to catch a sight of Victorias carriage

Newtons Dog Diamond
ISaC NEWTON His dog Diamond knocks over a lighted candle, destroying the results of years of work (circa 1689)

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"Diamond: A Symbol of Power, Glory, and Christian Faith" In the realm of royalty, diamonds have long been associated with power and glory. Queen Elizabeth II, the beloved monarch of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, has often adorned herself with these precious gems. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number in 1953 captured her majesty's regal splendor as she ascended to the throne. Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II has always been a beacon of elegance and grace. With every public appearance, she wears her crown - a magnificent symbol of her authority and position. This crown holds within it centuries of history and tradition, passed down from previous queens like Queen Mary of Teck. Beyond its association with royalty, "The Diamond" holds special significance in various places across Ireland. Whether it be Donegal or Carndonagh or Enniskillen, these locations bear witness to the enduring allure that this gemstone possesses. Not only does diamond captivate through its physical beauty but also through its representation as a powerful symbol. In one instance captured by history's lens, we see the Dolly Sisters and chorus gracefully adorning themselves in diamond tableaux - an enchanting display that further emphasizes their status as icons. Looking back at British history in 1897 reveals another glimpse into how diamonds have played a role in showcasing power within royal families. The Royal Family of Great Britain proudly displayed their wealth through jewelry adorned with these exquisite stones. Yet beyond all materialistic associations lies a deeper meaning - they are not just symbols of earthly power but also hold spiritual connotations rooted in Christian faith. They serve as reminders that true strength comes from embracing virtues such as love, compassion, and integrity - qualities exemplified by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II throughout her reign. In essence, diamonds embody more than mere sparkle; they encapsulate centuries-old traditions intertwined with tales of grandeur fit for kings and queens alike.