Jewellery Collection (page 4)

Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with winged scarab, symbol of resurrection, in centre, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun

Indonesian Dancer
A Javanese dancer in a sculpturesque pose which shows the relation of this style with ancient Hindu reliefs. The scarf is used to accentuate the movement

Queen Alexandra / Downey
ALEXANDRA QUEEN TO EDWARD VII Photographed in 1891

Summer, 1929 (oil on canvas)
1195333 Summer, 1929 (oil on canvas) by Benigni, Leon (1892-1948); 59.1 x 43.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

BLACK WOMAN, 1875-1876 (oil on canvas)
7215227 BLACK WOMAN, 1875-1876 (oil on canvas) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: Late 1875--early 1876 Oil on canvas L This painting)

The Odalisque (oil on canvas laid down on board)
6771455 The Odalisque (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Portaels, Jean Francois (1818-95); 111x89 cm; Private Collection

Costume of Bacchante, for a representation of the Ballets Russians in 1911
6438043 Costume of Bacchante, for a representation of the Ballets Russians in 1911. (illustration) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art. Dance. Costume of Bacchante)

Anne Boleyn (1507-36) in the Tower, detail, 1835 (oil on canvas)
XJL151192 Anne Boleyn (1507-36) in the Tower, detail, 1835 (oil on canvas) by Cibot, Edouard (Francois Berthelemy Michel) (1799-1877); Musee Rolin, Autun

Maharajah Dulip Singh, from The Kingdom of the Punjab, its Rulers and Chiefs
NAM310607 Maharajah Dulip Singh, from The Kingdom of the Punjab, its Rulers and Chiefs, volume I, a volume of 27 watercolour studies by an unidentified Indian artist

Odalisque, 1920 (oil on canvas)
1197503 Odalisque, 1920 (oil on canvas) by Tanoux, Henri Adrien (1865-1923); 54x73.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Viscountess Castlereagh in her famous necklace & tiara
Edith Vane-Tempest-Stewart, Viscountess Castlereagh, later Marchioness of Londonderry DBE (3 December 1878 23 April 1959), noted society hostess,

Elizabeth Woodville, Queen of Edward IV, c. 1500 (oil on panel)
1217367 Elizabeth Woodville, Queen of Edward IV, c.1500 (oil on panel) by British School, (16th century); 41x32 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (b / w photo)
3103269 Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (1900-2002)

Marharajah Sher Singh, from The Kingdom of the Punjab, its Rulers and Chiefs
NAM310606 Marharajah Sher Singh, from The Kingdom of the Punjab, its Rulers and Chiefs, volume I, a volume of 27 watercolour studies by an unidentified Indian artist

Jane Seymour (c. 1509-37) engraved by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) (engraving)
STC152214 Jane Seymour (c.1509-37) engraved by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536) 1st Queen of Henry VIII from
STC146702 Portrait of Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536) 1st Queen of Henry VIII from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Seventeen year old singer Lynn Annette Ripley better known as Twinkle, pictured at home, 3rd November 1964

Four Seasons in One Head, c. 1590. Creator: Giuseppe Arcimboldi
Four Seasons in One Head, c. 1590

Head and shoulders of a Turk, with a moustache and a large turban, 1645

April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Avril - Le Chateau De Dourdan. Engagement scene with a couple exchanging rings in front of witnesses

St. Peter Enthroned with St. John the Baptist and St. Paul, 1515-1516, (1930). Creator
St. Peter Enthroned with St. John the Baptist and St. Paul, 1515-1516, (1930). Saint Peter, the Catholic Churchs first pope, wearing the papal tiara, and fishermans ring

Catherine of Aragon, c1515, (1902). Catherine, (in Spanish, Catalina de Aragon, 1485-1536) was queen consort of England as Henry VIII of Englands first wife

The Duchess of York at the time of her wedding, 1923 (1935). Ardath cigarette card, from a series of 50 commemorating the Silver Jubilee of King George V, 1935

Charles IX of France, 1898. Artist:s Krakow
Charles IX of France, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Diamond mining on the Vaal River, Free State, South Africa, 19th century. Artist: St de Dree
Diamond mining on the Vaal River, Free State, South Africa, 19th century

Liptons Teas advertisement, 1893. Hand-coloured later

Golden earrings with shaped like a dolphin
Earrings with shaped like a dolphin. Gold. From Taranto. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) (oil on panel)
BAL5526 Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) (oil on panel) by Gheeraerts, Marcus, the Younger (c.1561-1635); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Helen of Troy, 1863 (oil on panel)
XKH147750 Helen of Troy, 1863 (oil on panel) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 32.8x27.7 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; English, out of copyright

Batgers Christmas crackers box label
A bright and colourful label for a box of Batgers Jewel Christmas crackers featuring a lady emerging from a casket of jewels

Party hosted by the Countess of Aynard Chabrillan
An evening of entertainment entitled A dance of a thousand and one nights held at the abode of the Countess of Aynard Chabrillan on the Rue Christophe-Columb

Dubai Souk, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Young Burmese girl, c. 1875 (albumen print) (b / w photo)
XIR326654 Young Burmese girl, c.1875 (albumen print) (b/w photo) by Klier, Philip Adolphe (c.1845-1911); 26x21 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeune Birmane; Birmanie; Burma; Myanmar; ); English

Portrait of Mary Herbert (1561-1621), Countess of Pembroke, from Lodge s
KW179835 Portrait of Mary Herbert (1561-1621), Countess of Pembroke, from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (engraving) by English School

Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas)
XIR160169 Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) of Russia (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Empress Josephine (1763-1814) illustration from Little Journeys to the Homes
KW222570 Empress Josephine (1763-1814) illustration from Little Journeys to the Homes of Famous Women, published 1897 (litho) by French School

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3207
Diamond refracting light

Crucifix set with sapphires, zircon, spinel, cairngorm and amethyst. The whole cross is bordered by diamonds

Snowflake. Glass beads strung together to form a snowflake shape. This could be used as jewellery. Snowflakes show this hexagonal (six-sided)

Roman glass jewellery bead, SEM
Roman glass bead. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a glass bead used in jewellery in Roman times

Jewellery set by Dior
A " Tuileries" topaz jewellery set by Christian Dior consisting of a necklace, bracelet and head adornment. Worn with complementing make up - lipstick and nail varnish by Lancome

Robbery in Paris Home
An audacious robbery: gold and jewellery worth 110, 000 francs are stolen from a Paris home. The robbers get in through a hole in the ceiling!

Sumerian Jewellery Bc
The jewels of a Sumerian lady of the court, discovered during the excavations at Ur - evidence that feminine adornment was customary in the worlds oldest civilisation

Buddhist medal, Paris, France, Europe

Muslim protection symbol, France, Europe

Masai man, Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

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"Jewellery: A Timeless Expression of Royalty, Beauty, and Culture" From the regal adornments worn by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953 to the captivating pearl earring immortalized in Vermeer's masterpiece, it has always held a special place in history. Intricately crafted pieces like the Sutton Hoo treasure evoke tales of ancient civilizations and their opulent lifestyles. These treasures provide glimpses into the artistic prowess and wealth that once graced our world. Throughout time, it has been more than just an accessory; it tells stories of love, power, and resilience. The Jewish Refugee from Vienna depicted by David Jagger in 1938 symbolizes both tragedy and hope as it represents a community displaced but still holding onto their heritage through cherished heirlooms. Even iconic figures like Queen Elizabeth I showcased their status through extravagant jewels that reflected their reigns. George Gower's portrait captures her majesty's strength and grandeur while highlighting the exquisite craftsmanship of her embellishments. Beyond royalty, it also celebrates diverse cultures worldwide. From the mesmerizing Moorish Belly Dancer adorned with ornate accessories to traditional Cambodian apsara dancers wearing intricate headpieces at Angkor Wat temples – each piece reflects unique traditions passed down through generations. Not limited to historical contexts alone, jewellery continues to captivate modern audiences. Mae West exudes glamour in Leo McCarey's Belle of the Nineties (1934), where statement necklaces become symbols of allure and sophistication. Whether it be a crown adorning Queen Mary of Teck or Queen Elizabeth II elegantly donning pearls at Balmoral Castle - these images remind us how jewellery transcends time and remains an enduring symbol of beauty and prestige throughout history. So next time you admire a dazzling gem or delicate trinket on display, remember that behind every piece lies a rich tapestry woven with stories of royalty, culture, and the human spirit.