This magnificent Belle Époque brooch, dating from circa 1910, originally belonged to Princess Sibylla of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, Duchess of Västerbotten (1908–1972), who presented it to her daughter, Princess Birgitta of Sweden (1937–2024), as a wedding gift on the occasion of her marriage to Prince Johann Georg of Hohenzollern in 1961. First seen after the birth of Princess Christina of Sweden in the year 1943 – see in the picture – worn by Princess Sibylla of Sachsen-Coburg und Gotha, then Duchess of Vasterbotten.
Princess Birgitta wore the remarkable pink sapphire brooch at her bridal soirée at Drottningholm Palace, during the celebrations surrounding her royal wedding.
Wedding present to Princess Birgitta of Sweden| Royal Wedding Present Tiara with Pearls
This pearl circlet tiara was worn by Princess Birgitta of Sweden on the evening befor her civil wedding with Prince Hans-Georg of Hohenzollern in 1961, Stockholm. The Church-wedding was at Sigmaringen 30 May 1961.
It was the wedding gift of her grandfather the King of Sweden and made by the court jewellers Carlman in Stockholm.
We could see the Duchess of Albany wore a lot of pearl strings and pearl robes. It’s not known from who she was presented to her, yet.
But in the year 1916 the Times noted: Christie’s sold apearl rope composed of a row of 258 large graduated pearls,the property of the Duchess of Albany, which was „knocked down“ at Pound 2700. This rope had often been worn by Queen Victoria. The proceeds of the sale are intended for the upkeep of the Deptford Fund, of which the Duchess of Albany has been President for over 21years and the Maternity Home of the Profession Classes War Relief Council.
Duchess of Albany’s wedding gifts important snake bracelet diamonds and saphire head – Duchess of Albany -Princess Helen’s Diamond Snake Bracelet| Royal Jewel History British royal jewels
Duchess of Albany Rose of York Brooch – serpent cuff, diamond serpent as bracelet, snake jewels Duchess of Albany | Royal Jewel History British royal jewels
Princess Beatrice of Saxon-Coburg-Gotha Infanta of Spain, Beatrice of orleans bourbon
…..long emerald „pendentifs“ hanging on both sides of her face. Some superb emeralds and diamonds completed her attire…..the round emeralds were from the collection of his mother-in-law Infanta Eulalia of Spain.
Princess Baby Bee Sachsen-Coburg-Gotha | Infanta Beatrice of Spain, Duchess of Galliera Brooch Heraldic Bourbon Lily -Could be worn as decorative hair ornament and Stomacher or Devante de Corsage
Princess Baby Bee of Saxon-Coburg-Gotha | Infanta Beatrice of Spain, Duchess of Galliera Brooch Heraldic Bourbon Lily -Could be worn as decorative hair ornament and Stomacher or Devante de Corsage
Turquoise is a captivating gemstone that has been used for centuries in jewelry making, and its beauty has not diminished over time.
Queen Marie of Romania was no stranger to its allure, as she treasured her old set of turquoise jewelry and even had it modified into a grander and more elegant piece.
The new turquoise crown, which was gifted to her by her husband, Nando, was designed to be a larger and more prominent accessory that could better complement her regal style. Its intricate design features a diadem of seven crosses with a stunning centerpiece made from a cluster of large turquoise gems from her old necklace. The base of the coronet is adorned with Greek key ornaments and round turquoise gems, adding a touch of sophistication to the piece.
Kreuter & Co, Hanau, was the skilledjewel workshop who crafted this masterpiece, which also doubles as seven single brooches. The earrings were also redesigned to match the grandeur of the new turquoise crown, with a quadratically framed diamond setting that complements the stunning turquoise gems.
Queen Marie of Romania’s love for the turquoise gems was evident, and the modification of her old set of jewelry into this grander piece showcases her appreciation for the beauty and versatility of the gemstone. The new turquoise crown is truly a remarkable piece of jewelry that embodies the grandeur of royalty and the timeless elegance of turquoise.
The new Turquoise from the sketch, as large crown is from her jewel album, the diadem of seven crosses with the large cluster turquoises as centre, is also wearable as single brooches. The base of the coronet is in greek key ornaments and round turquoises between. Six smaller styled „Fleur de Lys“ are setted between the crosses of the diamond meander bandeau. The earrings are rebuilt with a quadratic diamond frame.
Queen Marie of Romania 29 October 1875 – 18 July 1938, wrote to her mother in the year 1904, Oktober 29th on her birthday, about the rebuilt and a new turquoise tiara.
Princess Clémentine of Orléans, Princess of Saxe-Coburg Gotha, Duchess in Saxony (1817 – 1907) was the youngest daughter of Louis-Philippe King of France, the last French king, and his wife Marie Amalie of the Two Sicilies.
The royal RubyParure was sold, the ruby and diamond necklace, the ruby and diamond tiara and ruby and diamond brooch, the ruby and diamond ear pendants – all separately.
The earpendants are bought by the Prince of Thurn – und Taxis.
The Ruby and diamond tiara was later offered as necklace, see the part below.
Royal Jewel History: Bolin tiara made for the dowry of Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna Romanov – Duchess of Sachsen-Coburg, Duchess of Edinburgh|| below worn from Princess Margarita of Greece, Fürstin Hohenlohe Langenburg. Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna possessed one of the most magnificend jewel collections.
The Romanov Ruby Lotus Tiara , Royal Jewel History – Bolin tiara – Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrowna Romanov – Duchess of Coburg, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Margarita of Greece|| Lotusblüten Diadem mit Rubinen, Fürstin Hohenlohe Langenburg – Orginalversion mit facettierten Rubinen Romanov Ruby Parure, Ruby and Diamond Necklace, Ruby and Diamond Collier, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, Ruby and Diamond Cluster BroochThe Romanov Ruby Lotus Tiara, Royal Jewel History – Bolin tiara – Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrowna Romanov – Duchess of Sachsen-Coburg-Gotha, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Margarita of Greece, Princess Fürstin Hohenlohe Langenburg, the Tiara with the original facetted Romanov Rubies. Later changed to ruby cabochons.
Der Badische Beobachter von 1867 schreibt: Die Edelsteine, welche der Graf von Flandern seiner jetzigen Gemahlin Marie Luise zu Hohenzollern als Brautgeschenk überreicht hat, repräsentieren einen Werth von 1,000,500 Franken. Diese Kleinodien bilden einen Theil des Schmucks der Prinzessin Charlotte, der ersten Gattin Leopold’s I. von Belgien, welcher sie dem Grafen von Flandern schenkte. Der Graf besitzt übrigens eine große Auswahl von Edelsteinen, darunter ein Malteserkreuz, welches 1408 Brillanten enthält.
Find out more about the jewelry of the Countess of Flanders…
Flandern Fleur de Lys Diamond Tiara Wedding Gift Princess Marie of Hohenzollern| Countess of Flandern |Reine de Belgique Queen of Belgium Royal Jewel History
Sapphire Pendant, Bracelets and Brooches |Royal Presents to Princess Marie of Hohenzollern| Countess of Flanders |Reine de Belgique Queen Belgium History
Schmuck und Juwelen der Deutsche Fürstenhäuser | Royal Jewels – Historical Jewerly and Treasure of Royals and Aristocracy | bijoux historiques| исторические драгоценности
