Diamonds Collection (page 12)

Cartier workshop 1957, mounting brooch
A mounter at work in the Cartier workshop on the second floor of the firms New Bond Street headquarters in London. The mounter uses tweezers to place gemstones on the brooch

Advert for Spiers & Ponds stores, jewellery 1911
Selection of elegant jewellery. 1911

Advert for Wilson & Gill jewellery 1913
Elegant womens jewellery. Date: 1913

Advert for Ciro jewellery 1930
An advert for Ciro Pearls Ltd located at Regent Street, Old Bond Street and Cheapside in London. The advertised jewellery features Ciro diamonds, with emeralds, rubies and sappires. 1930

Could not abandon the stage. Mlle Jane Aubert, the leading lady Good News at the Palace Theatre, Paris, who is being sued by her husband, Mr Nelson Morris

Pearl and diamond pendant
643946 06/01/1972 Platinum pendant with pearls and diamonds by contemporary Russian artist jeweler Natalia Rostovtseva. Diamond Depository, Moscow. Yu. Levyant/RIA Novosti

PROY2A-00032
Catherine the Great in Russian attire, 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a portrait

Q Victoria / Players / 46 / 50
QUEEN VICTORIA Reigned 1837 - 1901

Why wear your diamond on your neck? 1913
Anna Held (1872 1918), Polish-born French and later Broadway stage performer and singer, wearing lavish diamond stockings. 1913

Fashionable jewels 1933
Model wearing ornamental jewellery with time watch which fastens on top of the womens clothing by Ciro. 1933

Advert for Bensons jewellery 1893
Novelty victorian jewellery for Christmas, with a secret or puzzle padlock, that you can ordered with personal letters to your bracelet. 1893

Advert for John Bennett ring specialists 1913
Newest and most choice designs mounted with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, pearls and other precious stones. 1913

Advert for Elkington & Co Edwardian jewellery 1901
Selection of Edwardian brooches and charms using animal designs. 1901

Advert for Faulkner diamond jewellery 1901
A selection of novelty Edwardian diamond brooches, pearl necklace, earrings for non-pierced ears, and also a personalised name brooch to order. 1901

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths jewellery 1901
Selection of Edwardian novelty jewellery for Christmas gifts. 1901

Advert for Faulkner diamond brooches 1896
A selection of novelty Victorian diamond brooches, rings, side combs, and also a personalised name brooch to order. 1896

Original accessories designed by Gordon Conway
Original accessories designed by the American costume designer, Gordon Conway. The shoe is trimmed with satin and has brocade to match the bag; the clasps of the bag are of diamonds and platinum

Advert for Faulkner diamond brooches 1893
A selection of novelty Victorian diamond brooches. 1893

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths jewellery 1902
Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, Ltd, in Regent Street. London, showing a selection of Edwardian diamond ornament brooches. 1902

Premier Diamond Mine, Cullinan, Transvaal, South Africa
Premier Diamond Mine, Cullinan, Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa, view from no. 4 bridge looking east to Pretoria, showing settling dams for no. 4 gear and tailing dams. Date: circa 1910

Diamond mine personnel, Cullinan, Transvaal, South Africa
Group photo of Premier Diamond Mine personnel (owners, managers, wives and children), Cullinan, Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa. taken outside the towns public house, 23 November 1911

Netherlands Bank, Cullinan, Transvaal, South Africa
Netherlands Bank, Cullinan, a diamond mining town in Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa. Date: circa 1910

Christiania, North West Province, South Africa
Vaal River diggings, Christiania, a diamond town in North West Province, South Africa. Date: 1907

Treasure Trove diggings, North West Province, South Africa
Water station (mobile water supply) at Treasure Trove diamond diggings near Lichtenburg, North West Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1927

Views of Kimberley, Northern Cape Province, South Africa -- De Beers diamond mines, searching tables, original mine workings. Date: 1899

Advert for J. W Benson novelty jewellery 1888
Seletion of novelty jewellery, with floral and symmetric design for brooches, pendants and bracelets, available for J. W Benson, jewellers in Old Bond, Street, London. 1888

Advert for Parisian Diamond Company 1896
Christmas gift for women including diamond flexiable bracelet, novelty brooches, pearl pendant, buckles and hair combs. 1896

Advert for Bensons jewellery and bracelet watches 1889
Selection of novelty jewellery all with lucky moonstones and set with diamonds, and also a variety of womens bracelet wristwatches. All available from Bensons jewelers, Bond Street, London. 1889

Advert for Bensons Christmas jewellery 1889
Novelty jewellery to celebrate the 90 date (1890s) and also a variety of Christmas related theme brooches including holly, mistletoe and ivy, and also a selection of womens bracelet wristwatches

Fantastic Adventures - Eye of the World by Alexander Blade. Two men parachute over a mountain range, passing by a gigantic jewel

Advert for Asprey christmas presents 1938
Christmas gifts by Asprey including; rhinestone diamond set brooch, ear-clips and bracelet, key watch, gold fob watch, gold charm bracelet and clutch bags. Date: 1938

Sorting and weighing diamonds, Kimberley, South Africa, circa 1888 (Robert Harris studio). Date: circa 1888

Advert for Streeter, diamond accessories 1894
A selection of diamond accessories including tuquoise and diamond, pearl and diamond decorative hair combs, fine tuquoise and diamond tiara

Advert for Mappin & Webb jewellery gifts 1937
Mappin & Webb, gifts beautiful, useful, lasting. Date: 1937

Greetings card with playing cards -- Peace and Happiness, Health and Wealth, Every Joy. Date: circa 1890s

Greetings card in the shape of playing cards -- With Hearty Greetings. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card with playing cards. Date: circa 1890s

Advert for Ciro diamond watches 1936
Fashionable diamond watches for women, with string straps and also a ring watch. Date: 1936

Illustrated Bridge (series) - Diamonds are Trumps. Date: 1911

Advert for Ciro jewellery 1936
Advertisement for Ciro jewellery, If she already has pearls you can give her nothing more delightful than a Jewel by Ciro. 1930s women looks delighted with her christmas gift. 1936

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths fine jewellery 1935
Fine jewellery double clip diamond and brooches. Date: 1935

Advert for Ciro jewellery 1937
Ciro will inevitably attend the years Courts... A variety of their twinkly products are displayed and in the middle, a woman, perhaps a debutante, in court dress by Marshall and Snelgrove

Cartoon, Ace of Diamonds, WW1
Cartoon, Ace of Diamonds. An ordinary French soldier on the Western Front, carrying his kit on his back. The title suggests that every soldier is an Ace, not just the high-profile heroes. Date: 1917

Window glass, Plate 203, showing a range of decorative styles. Date: circa 1880s

RHODES, Cecil John (1853-1902). English businessman and politician. Colored engraving

Music cover, Nancy Fancied a Soldier, or Nancys Fancies, written and composed by Gus Leach, sung by Mr E Mosedale. 1880

Illustrated London News cover - the Diamond Diggers
Front cover of The Illustrated London News showing two diamond diggers in South Africa, in the valley of the Vaal river, Orange Free State

Metal Baking Tins
Spooning cake mix into baking tins in the shape of spades, hearts, diamonds and clubs, to make cakes into playing card suits, perfect for serving at your Whist parties! Date: 1930s

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"Diamonds: A Royal Symbol of Power and Glory" In 1953, the world witnessed a momentous occasion as Elizabeth II ascended to the throne, becoming Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number captured this historic event, showcasing the radiant beauty of Queen Elizabeth II adorned with diamonds. Her majesty's jewels glittered in her hair and at her throat as she arrived in Sweden, exuding regal elegance. HRH Queen Elizabeth II personified grace and sophistication, wearing exquisite diamond-studded accessories that added an extra sparkle to her already captivating presence. Amongst these dazzling treasures was The Queens Crown itself – a symbol of authority and prestige. This magnificent crown, along with other royal crowns and sceptres, represented centuries-old traditions steeped in grandeur. They have always held a special place in history; they are not only precious gemstones but also symbols of power and glory. Just like the iconic Triumph Stag car featured in the James Bond film "it can Forever, " diamonds captivate our imagination with their timeless allure. Beyond royalty, they have graced many stages throughout history. From the enchanting Dolly Sisters performing mesmerizing Diamond tableaux to religious artifacts representing Christian faith - they have been celebrated for their transcendent beauty across various cultures. Even playing cards bear witness to their significance; German Playing Card Packs often feature intricate diamond designs that add an air of luxury during card games or gatherings. Lastly, let us not forget about celebrated diamonds themselves – those extraordinary gems that have become legends over time. Each one tells its own story through its exceptional brilliance and rarity. Whether adorning queens or captivating audiences on stage or screen, diamonds continue to fascinate us all with their everlasting radiance. They remain enduring symbols of power, glory, faith - forever capturing our hearts like no other gemstone can.