Cabochon Collection

Flapper headpiece 1912
Woman wearing a flapper style headpiece with cabochon stone and plumes in the centre. 1912

Design for a tile, c.1850. Creator: Anon
Design for a tile, c.1850. Vine leaves and cabochons around a square medallion

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Hemispherical cat's-eye, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'Large hemispherical cat's-eye (supposed to. be the largest known). It is mounted in massive pure gold

Box, Nepal, 19th / 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Box, Nepal, 19th/20th century

Miniature Cup, Russia, c. 1900. Creator: Alfred Tillander
Miniature Cup, Russia, c. 1900

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

Important suite of jewellery, c. 1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold)
3080400 Important suite of jewellery, c.1850 (rubies, diamonds & gold) by Russian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Each of the three brooches of openwork palmette design)

Necklace, 17th- 18th century (gold & precious stones)
LIT389843 Necklace, 17th- 18th century (gold & precious stones) by Thai School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ayutthaya Kingdom (1351-1767); ); Photo eLuca Tettoni; Thai, out of copyright

Crown of Costanza, housed in the Tesoro Chapel, Cathedral of Palermo (metal, enamel, pearls & jewels)
6256734 Crown of Costanza, housed in the Tesoro Chapel, Cathedral of Palermo (metal, enamel, pearls & jewels) by European School, (12th century); Duomo, Palermo, Sicily; Seat Archive/Alinari Archives

Byzantine Gold and Glass Cross, c. 5th-7th century (gold & glass)
Christian, necklaces, cross, necklace, crosses, golden, jewellery, christianity, precious, gold, valuable, byzantine, crucifix, crucifixes, jewelry, cabochon, 3545563

Two Starfish brooches (rubies, amethyst, emeralds, aquamarine & gold)
3251455 Two Starfish brooches (rubies, amethyst, emeralds, aquamarine & gold) by Boivin, Rene (1864-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Designed as a cabochon ruby and circular-cut starfish)

Large ring worn by William of Wykeham, c. 15th century (crystal & gold)
NCO403564 Large ring worn by William of Wykeham, c.15th century (crystal & gold) by English School; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: cast gold)

Star of Asia (sapphire)
XBP236613 Star of Asia (sapphire) by Indian School; National Museum of American Art, Smithsonian Institute, USA; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Indian, out of copyright

An Indian ruby and diamond necklace with a centre-piece designed as a double-peacock
1766493 An Indian ruby and diamond necklace with a centre-piece designed as a double-peacock and set with table-cut diamonds and ruby cabochons throughout, c.1900 (ruby, diamond) by Indian School

Disk Brooch, Frankish, 7th century or later. Creator: Unknown
Disk Brooch, Frankish, 7th century or later

Chasse with the Life of Christ, French, ca. 1235-45. Creator: Unknown
Chasse with the Life of Christ, French, ca. 1235-45

Disk Brooch, Frankish, 6th century. Creator: Unknown
Disk Brooch, Frankish, 6th century

The Visitation, German, ca. 1310-20. Creator: Unknown
The Visitation, German, ca. 1310-20. Virgin Mary and St. Elizabeth

Flat Brooch, Late Roman, 3rd century. Creator: Unknown
Flat Brooch, Late Roman, 3rd century

Cross, Italian, 14th-15th century. Creator: Unknown
Cross, Italian, 14th-15th century

Casket, French, first half 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Casket, French, first half 13th century

Pyx, French, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Pyx, French, 13th century

Pin, Late Roman, 3rd-4th century. Creator: Unknown
Pin, Late Roman, 3rd-4th century

Ornament from horse harness, c. 959 AD (gilded silver)
XIR341919 Ornament from horse harness, c.959 AD (gilded silver) by Chinese School, Liao Dynasty (916-1125); Peoples Republic of China; (add.info)

Illustration of table cut, cabochon, rose cut, step cut, pear brilliant and Round brilliant cut diam

Polished Chrysocolla cabochons showing natural pattern

Black opal cabochon specimen. Opal is not a single crystal, but is made up of tiny spheres of silica. This specimen is from Wallangulla, Queensland, Australia

Moodstone cut as cabochons. A cabachon is a highly polished convex-cut gem

Black Opal cabochon
A specimen of black opal cabochon from Wallangulla, Queensland, Australia. Opal is not a single crystal, but is made up of tiny spheres of silica

Two young ladies in dresses by Madeleine et Madeleine

Young lady in green theatre dress by Beer
Young lady wearing green theatre dress with fur-trimmed border and a diamond patterned belt, by Beer. 1924

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"Cabochon: Unveiling the Timeless Beauty of Precious Gems" Step back in time to the glamorous era of the 1910s with a stunning flapper headpiece adorned with cabochon gems. This exquisite accessory, crafted in 1912, captures the essence of an era known for its bold and extravagant fashion choices. Travel across continents to Nepal, where a mysterious box from the 19th or 20th century showcases the allure stones. The unknown creator skillfully incorporated these smooth, polished gems into this intricate piece, leaving us captivated by their timeless charm. Delve into Russian history as you admire a miniature cup created by Alfred Tillander around 1900. This delicate masterpiece features cabochon gemstones that add a touch of elegance and opulence to this tiny work of art. Journey back even further in time to Russia's Kremlin workshops in 1682 and marvel at a majestic crown embellished with gold, sable fur, and precious stones. Each meticulously placed cabochon gem contributes to its regal splendor fit for royalty. Witness the grandeur of an important suite of jewelry dating back to approximately 1850. Rubies, diamonds, and gold come together harmoniously through expert craftsmanship and breathtaking designs featuring captivating cabochons. Admire an enchanting necklace from the 17th-18th century that exudes sophistication with its combination of gleaming gold and precious stones set as mesmerizing cabochons. Its intricate details tell tales from centuries past while showcasing timeless beauty. Discover Palermo's Tesoro Chapel within Cathedral housing one-of-a-kind treasures like the Crown of Costanza made from metal, enamel pearls & jewels – including alluring cabochons that enhance its resplendence. Marvel at Byzantine artistry through a golden cross adorned with glass dating back to the 5th-7th century.