Emeralds Collection

Royal crowns and sceptre
Symbols of imperial Majesty: St Edwards Crown, with 444 precious stones, remains one of the senior Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, being the official coronation crown

Flapper / Ascot Dress / 1926
An Ascot gown of georgette trimmed with bands of emeralds and diamonds. A fringe of uncurled ostrich feather is caught at one side with a rose and foliage

Small Emerald Moth (Hemistola chrysoprasaria) adult, resting on dandelion seedhead, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Northern Italy, July

Box made during the Konbaung period
5304601 Box made during the Konbaung period.; (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

Box made during the Konbaung period (photo)
5304599 Box made during the Konbaung period (photo); (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

Box made during the Konbaung period (gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)
5304603 Box made during the Konbaung period (gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies); (add.info.: 1800 -1855, Konbaung period, Box made from gold, diamonds, emeralds and rubies)

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Mother-of-pearl cup; Cellini Ewer; vase, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'Cup, in form of a partridge; the body formed of overlapping pieces of mother-of-pearl in imitation of feathers...Circa 1600. Baron L. de Rothschild

Ancient gold crown and cross found in Spain, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Ancient gold crown and cross found in Spain, 1860. Some time since a remarkable discovery of regal insignia was made on the property of a landowner at La Fuente de Guarrazar

The Imperial Crown of King George V, c1911. Creator: Unknown
The Imperial Crown of King George V, c1911. From "The Coronation Book". [Stewart Dawson & Company, Ltd. London]

The Regalia. - 2, c1911. Creator: Unknown
The Regalia. - 2, c1911. Temporal Sceptre (Victoria); 2. The Queen Consort's Orb; 3. St. Edward's Staff; 4. The Imperial Orb; 5. Spiritual Sceptre (Victoria)'

Crown worn by George V at the Delhi Durbar in 1911, 1962. Creator: Unknown
Crown worn by George V at the Delhi Durbar in 1911, 1962. The Imperial Crown of India is set with 6, 170 diamonds, 9 emeralds, 4 rubies, and 4 sapphires

Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice: jewelled fan, the gift of the Maharajah Dhuleep Singh, 1862....a magnificent jewelled fan in gold

Saber with Scabbard... 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Saber with Scabbard, grip, Indian; guard, scabbard, and decoration on blade, Turkish; blade, Iranian, grip, 18th or 19th century; guard and scabbard, 19th century; blade, dated A.H. 1099/A.D

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Largest known pearl, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'A very large pearl, straight-sided, widening towards the lower part, which has a dark opalised tint

Casting Bottle, Europe, probably late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Casting Bottle, Europe, probably late 19th century. Bottle for sprinkling perfumes, made of gold, rock crystal, enamels, rubies, emeralds and pearls, handles in the form of mermen

Miniature Evening Purse, Russia, c. 1890 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Miniature Evening Purse, Russia, c. 1890/1900

Saber (Kilic) with Scabbard, Turkey, late 19th century Blade inscribed 1099 Hejira [A.D. 1687]

Bowl, Europe, Mounts: 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl, Europe, Mounts: 17th century

Crown, Probably for a Statue of the Christ Child, Spain, c. 1600-c. 1650

A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade
6310442 A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade, gold hilt set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds often mounted in silver) by Indian School

Advertisement, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company (engraving)
1042483 Advertisement, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company)

Crown, workshops of the Kremlin, 1682 (gold, sable & precious stones)
BAL464787 Crown, workshops of the Kremlin, 1682 (gold, sable & precious stones) by Russian School (17th century); 20.3x61 cm; Kremlin Museums, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

The Princess Royals Bridal Presents (engraving)
2771397 The Princess Royals Bridal Presents (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Princess Royals Bridal Presents)

Necklace of Pearls, Emeralds, and Diamonds, and a Cachepeigne, Gifts of the Queen and Prince Albert (engraving)
2771270 Necklace of Pearls, Emeralds, and Diamonds, and a Cachepeigne, Gifts of the Queen and Prince Albert (engraving) by English School

Necklace, c. 6th - 7th century (gold & emeralds)
780705 Necklace, c.6th - 7th century (gold & emeralds) by Byzantine; length: 36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Composed of 13 cell-work links)

A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade
6310565 A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade, gold hilt set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds often mounted in silver) by Indian School

A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade
6310504 A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade, gold hilt set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds often mounted in silver) by Indian School

German necklaces of the mid 16th century: gem with enamel painting of a crucifixion scene A, gem with enamel painting of St

The Precious Stones: Emerald, 1900 (colour litho)
2634670 The Precious Stones: Emerald, 1900 (colour litho) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); Private Collection; Czech, out of copyright

Earring (one of a pair), 600s (gold, pearls, glass, and emeralds)
491315 Earring (one of a pair), 600s (gold, pearls, glass, and emeralds) by Byzantine School (7th century); h:10.20 w:4.50 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H

Stone (colour litho)
2795459 Stone (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stone. Double page illustration contained in one of the series of Les Recreations Instructives)

Sizing gemstones (chromolitho)
2788863 Sizing gemstones (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sizing gemstones. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold)
6090299 Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold) by Indian School, (18th century); 36.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade
6310580 A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade, gold hilt set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds often mounted in silver) by Indian School

A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade
6310472 A Ceremonial Sword of the Nizam of Hyderabad, 1880-1900 (inscribed steel blade, gold hilt set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds often mounted in silver) by Indian School

The Imperial State Crown from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho)
2629942 The Imperial State Crown from the Crown Jewels of England, 1919 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)
3434824 Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Top left: A CONTINENTAL GOLD, ENAMEL)

Ring (emerald & diamonds)
745920 Ring (emerald & diamonds) by European School; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; European, out of copyright

Princess Louises Wedding Gifts (engraving)
1104919 Princess Louises Wedding Gifts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess Louises Wedding Gifts)

The Catherine the Great brooch, mid 18th century (emerald, diamonds, silver & gold)
780704 The Catherine the Great brooch, mid 18th century (emerald, diamonds, silver & gold) by Russian School (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centering upon a hexagonal-cut emerald)

Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold)
6090298 Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold) by Indian School, (18th century); 36.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Hooker Emerald, 1950 (emerald & diamonds set in platinum)
1153924 Hooker Emerald, 1950 (emerald & diamonds set in platinum) by Tiffany & Company; National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1043912 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

The Royal Wedding Presents (engraving)
1052487 The Royal Wedding Presents (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Wedding Presents)

Diana, Princess of Wales arrives for a gala evening sponsored by Chanel, at the Tate Gallery in London for celebrations to mark its one hundredth anniversary this year

Dagger with Scabbard, Indian, Mughal, 1605-27. Creator: Unknown
Dagger with Scabbard, Indian, Mughal, 1605-27

Dagger with Sheath, Hilt, Indian, Mughal; blade, Turkish or Indian, late 17th century

MINING EMERALDS 1820
Emeralds being mined by convicts in Muzo, Colombia. Date: 1820

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"Emeralds: The Jewel of Royalty and Elegance Throughout History" From royal crowns and scepters to flapper dresses in the Ascot races of 1926, they have always been a symbol of opulence and sophistication. These vibrant green gemstones have captivated hearts for centuries, adorning the most exquisite pieces of jewelry. In the enchanting Cannobina Valley nestled within the Italian Alps, even nature showcases its love for emeralds. A small Emerald Moth gracefully rests on a dandelion seedhead, showcasing its delicate beauty against a backdrop of majestic mountains. The allure extends beyond adornments as they find their place in historical artifacts. An unknown creator crafted a magnificent saber with scabbard during the 19th century, while an advert from 1930 highlights Ciro jewelry's timeless elegance. Unveiling more hidden treasures, we discover a casting bottle from late 19th-century Europe—a testament to craftsmanship lost in time. A miniature evening purse from Russia around 1890-1900 whispers tales of grand balls and secret rendezvous. Traveling further eastward brings us to Turkey's late 19th-century saber inscribed with "1099 Hejira, " reminding us that these gems hold cultural significance across borders. Meanwhile, an intricately designed bowl from Europe with mounts dating back to the 17th century tells stories passed down through generations. Even religious art embraces emerald's allure; Spain presents us with a crown possibly created for a statue of the Christ Child between c. 1600-c. 1650—an embodiment of divine grace enhanced by this precious stone. Not limited to decorative purposes alone, it also found their way into weaponry such as ceremonial swords belonging to influential figures like Nizam of Hyderabad during1880-1900—a true fusion between power and beauty etched onto steel blades.