The Family Collection of the late Countess Mountbatten of Burma

The Family Collection of the late Countess Mountbatten of Burma

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Gem set and diamond ring, 1930s

Auction Closed

March 24, 08:41 PM GMT

Estimate

3,000 - 5,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

Gem set and diamond ring

1930s


of Tutti Frutti inspiration, the centre set with a cabochon emerald, to an articulated band set with cabochon sapphires, rubies and emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, size N1/2

Gifted to Patricia, Countess Mountbatten of Burma by Gwladys, Lady Delamere (1896-1943)
Gwladys, Lady Delamere was the mother-in-law of Edwina Mountbatten's sister Ruth. Lady Delamere was one of the most colourful figures in Kenya during the 1920s and 30s, not only in Happy Valley but also in Nairobi where she was the first female Mayor.