The Magical Art of Cartier

Geneva, Nov 19, 1996

LOT 333

Pearl and Diamond Diadem / Necklace probably Dutch, late 19th Century, modified in 1934 by Cartier

CHF 43,000 - 55,000

USD 35,000 - 45,000

Sold: CHF 63,250

Designed from graduating, open oval sections centering a natural pearl with radiating, round diamonds accents, topped with a natural pearl, these sections alternating with a stylised, diamondset fleur-de-lys section, each topped with a natural pearl, mounted in silver topped yellow gold. The special diadem fitting is detachable and a flexible diamond-set chain extension can be attached, transforming the piece into a flexible necklace. Accompanied by fitted leather box with fitted hidden chain and screw-driver compartments. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2333. Estimate: SFr. 43,000 - 55,000 US$ 35,000 - 45,000


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The owner of this diadem was among the honored guests who attended and witnessed one of the most glorious and historically important ceremonies held in Westminster Abbey this century: the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, on lune 2nd, 1952. A photograph, published in newspapers of the day, shows the Queen leaving the Abbey carrying the sceptre in her right hand and the globe in her left hand. In the second row to her right, can be seen the present diadem elegantly worn by its aristocratie owner.