Diamond Collection

Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth
Her Majesty Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms (1926-2022). Date: 1955

Daily Sketch Coronation Number 1953 Queen Elizabeth II
Front cover of The Daily Sketch Coronation Number featuring a portrait of the new monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Date: 1953

Fore Street looking east towards The Square, Probus, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A mixed group of mainly children pose for the photographer, including two people in the upstairs rooms of the Hawkins Arms

HRH Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). She is wearing the George IV State Diadem or Diamond Diadem. Date: circa 1954

HRH Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). She is wearing the George IV State Diadem or Diamond Diadem. Date: circa 1954

The Queens Crown
The crown made for Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, on the coronation of King George VI when she was Queen Consort. The crown was made by Messrs. Garrard, and mounted in platinum

Queen Mary of Teck (1867 - 1953), consort to King George V of Britain. Wearing high diamond neck choker and tiara Date: 1935

HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. The Queen is shown wearing the Diamond Diadem, the sash, badge and star of the Order of the Garter

The Diamond, Donegal - a view of the square in Donegal town with horse and donkey and carts. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s

The Royal Family of Great Britain 1897 (the year of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee). 1897

Symbols of Power and Glory and of Christian Faith. S. Edwards Crown, The Imperial State Crown, The Sovereigns Orb and the head of the Royal Sceptre with Cross

The Diamond, Carndonagh - a street scene with a market going on at the side of the road. There are people and hand carts. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Carndonagh)

The Diamond, Enniskillen - street scene with shop fronts and clock tower and people. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Fermanagh: Enniskillen). Date: circa early 1900s

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

The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds
CH463083 The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds, gold & demantoid) (see also 463082) by Holmstrom, Albert (1846-1920); height: 10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Diamond, Bellaghy - a street scene with few people and thatched buildings. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Bellaghy). Date: circa early 1900s

Blue Angels flyby during 2006 Fleet Week performance in San Francisco

Queen Victoria and family, Diamond Jubilee
Queen Victoria (1819 - 1901) surrounded by some of her family to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee

Jeweller A. Calderoni (A. Calderoni Gioielliere), Milano, 1898. Artist: Hohenstein, Adolfo (1854-1928)
Jeweller A. Calderoni (A. Calderoni Gioielliere), Milano, 1898. From a private collection

Le Smart Carman. Ne porte que des diamants de Bluze, by Auguste Roubille (1872-1955), print
Posters, France, 19th century. Le Smart Carman. Ne porte que des diamants de Bluze. Print by Auguste Roubille (1872-1955)

The Right Hon. Cecil J. Rhodes
Rhodes was a diamond and gold mining entrepreneur and worked for the De Beers Mining Company. He was born on the 5th July 1853 and died March 26th 1902

Three Cartier platinum and diamond bracelets Date: circa 1930s

Diamond, computer artwork
Cut and polished diamond, computer artwork. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure

Blue Angels perform knife-edge pass during 2006 Fleet Week airshow in San Francisco

Blue Angels flyby during 2006 Fleet Week performance in San Francisco

Italian Wedding Card
Dancing cherubs on a good luck card, looking forward to the couples silver, gold and diamond anniversaries!

Queen Victoria
QUEEN VICTORIA A family group at Windsor Castle, during her Diamond Jubilee year

The Kings Orb and Sceptre, 1937. Creator: Unknown
The Kings Orb and Sceptre, 1937. From " The Crowning of The King and Queen". [Evans Brothers Limited, London, 1937]

Queens Diamond Jubilee Parade and Muster at Windsor Castle
Troops from all three Services formed on parade at Windsor Castle for her Majesty the Queen during the Diamond Jubilee Parade and Muster in May 2012

Ireland, County Donegal, Donegal Town, The Diamond with Obelisk which commemorates four monks called the Four Masters who compiled and wrote the Annals of the Four Masters between 1632 and 1636

Browda House, Linkinhorne, Cornwall. 1964
A general view of Browda House, a Grade II listed building. It dates from the late 19th century but incorporating some of the original 17th century structure

HRH Queen Elizabeth II - wearing the George IV State Diadem
HRH Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). She is wearing the George IV State Diadem or Diamond Diadem. Date: circa 1954

HM Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. Artist: Sterling Henry Nahum Baron
HM Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, 12th March 1953. The Queen is shown wearing the Diamond Diadem, the sash, badge and star of the Order of the Garter, and the Greville Chandelier earrings

Waikiki Beach and hotels, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Aerial view of Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head, the Moana Hotel and the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. Date: 1935

King George V and Queen Mary at Devonshire House Ball
A photograph taken at Devonshire House Historical Costume Ball held during the Diamond Jubilee festivities of 1897, of King George V (then Duke of York), dressed as George Clifford

Industrial diamonds. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon which has crystallised under great pressure. The crystals may be colourless and transparent or yellow, brown or black

Advert for Mappin & Webb fine jewellery 1934
Fine jewellery by Mappin & Webb, showing diamond cluster rings, brooches, earrings, watches, cufflinks and charms. Date: 1934

Military badge jewellery, WW1
Advertisement for regimental badges available from the Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company. Made of gold or palladium, they were set with diamonds or other precious stones. Date: 1917

Coronation regalia jewels
Page from The Sketch depicting some of the famous and priceless jewels forming the Coronation regalia of King George VI in 1937. St

Selection of diamond crystals
Diamond crystals from the Natural History Museum collections

American Gangster Jack Legs Diamond
American Gangster and Bootlegger Jack Legs Diamond (1897-1931). Date: circa 1928

The Re-cut Koh-i-noor Diamond, 1852
Engraving of the re-cut Koh-i-noor ( mountain of light ) diamond, 1852. Previously owned by the Mogul emperors, the Persian Shahs and Ranjit Singh, the Lion of the Punjab

Enos Fruit Salts
Full page colour advertisement fo Enos fruit salts, a popular remedy for digestive problems throughout the 19th century

Frys Cocoa Ad. / Victoria
An advertisement for Frys Cocoa to celebrate Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee

Advert for Frank Hyams Ltd, diamonds jewellery 1911
Selection of womens diamond jewellery. Date: 1911

Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, c1890
Alexandra (1844-1925), Queen Consort of King Edward VII of Great Britain, when Princess of Wales, c1890. The daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark, Alexandra married Edward

Soho, London - Rupert Street W1, looking towards Brewer Street and Isows Restaurant. 1973

The Queen of Diamonds - Shirley Kellogg in Elspeth Phelps
Actress Shirley Kellogg pictured wearing an exquisite fringed dress of peau de soie embellished with silver and diamonds, the starring costume in the theatrical show

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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.