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The Nature of Diamonds
  1. Aurora Collection
  2. Riviere
  3. Diadem
  4. Brooch
  5. Gospel Cover
  6. Tiffany Diamond
  7. Crown
  8. Hermitage Ring
  9. Regalia
  10. Saint Michael
  11. Hat Jewel

Diadem or tiara of diamonds, gold, and silver with 25 five-point stars, graduated in size, set "en tremblant," containing 502 brilliants, 60 rose cuts; the central diamond of the largest star is 21.60 carats. By Estevao de Sousa, Lisbon, 1863-1866. Commissioned by Queen Maria Pia of Portugal (1847-1911). Both loaned by the National Palace of the Ajuda Museum, Lisbon.

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