The Inchiquin Emerald: Between Clontarf and St James’s
A Colombian gem, a late-Victorian convertible bangle, and the long arithmetic of a dynastic name.
Category: Antique Pieces
The ‘Tudor Heart’ Saved: A Royal Pendant Secured for the Nation
Saved for the nation after an extraordinary fundraising campaign, the Tudor Heart Pendant — a rare 16th-century jewel linked to the marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon — now enters the British Museum collection.
Louvre Heist: Empress Eugénie’s Reliquary Brooch Lost
In the wake of the Louvre heist, one jewel stands out among the treasures stolen — Empress Eugénie’s Reliquary Brooch. Crafted by Bapst in 1855 and set with Louis XIV’s legendary Mazarin diamonds, it carried within its 94 stones the luminous history of France’s monarchy. Its loss marks the disappearance of a national treasure once believed to be forever safe.
Brazen Heist at the Louvre: Priceless Jewels Stolen from the Galerie d’Apollon
In a meticulously planned daylight raid, thieves broke into the Louvre’s Galerie d’Apollon and fled with jewels of “inestimable heritage value.” One damaged piece, believed to belong to Empress Eugénie, has since been recovered.
Marie Antoinette Style: The V&A Celebrates the Queen of Fashion
The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils ‘Marie Antoinette Style’, the first UK exhibition dedicated to the queen who defined fashion and myth. Bringing together 250 treasures, the show traces her influence from Versailles to the catwalk, revealing how glamour, spectacle, and tragedy forged a legacy that continues to inspire today.
The Queen’s Necklace: A Historic Replica for Sale
A jewel of scandal, legend, and royal downfall returns to the spotlight. Artcurial presents the most faithful known replica of Marie Antoinette’s infamous necklace – an extraordinary piece steeped in history and intrigue.
The Edwardians – Age of Elegance
Step into the dazzling world of Edwardian royalty as “The Edwardians: Age of Elegance” unveils a treasure trove of jewelry and history at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London.
The timeless fascination of antique jewels at GemGenève
Claudia Carletti gives her view to Huesers Magazine about antique jewels and their endless charm in the refined ambience of GemGenève.
Viennese Royal Jewels at Sotheby’s
Discover treasures from the most important Viennese Imperial and Royal jewellery collection ever to come to auction.
Royal Tiaras at Kensington Palace
With Kathryn Hallet, Preventive Conservation Manager, Historic Royal Palaces, as they prepare three splendid royal tiaras for the ‘Victoria Revealed’ exhibition at Kensington Palace.