Emerald and diamond tiara, Chaumet, circa 1910

Of tapered bandeau design, the frame set with rose, circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, embellished with five collet millegrain-set step-cut emeralds, to a garland of cushion-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, circumference approximately 210mm, unsigned, fittings, case signed J. Chaumet, Sr de Morel & Cie, London, New Bond Street, 154, Paris, Place Vendôme, 12.

Metal tested as platinum. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats in total, generally H-J colour, VS-SI clarity (a few I). Emeralds with typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, visible to the naked eye, minor scratches, nicks and abrasion to facet edges. Signs of normal wear consistent with age. Well preserved, in good condition.
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This tiara was a wedding gift to the current owner's grand mother.