Specter of Empress Charlotte Of Mexico (1840-1927)
Openwork in gold filigree and friezes of flowers and foliage. It is placed on a ball between windings, and topped with an openwork imperial crown of gold threads, pearls and eagles with outstretched wings.
The crown, placed on an openwork cushion in gold trimmings, is embellished with rubies, emeralds, and bezel set diamonds.
The scepter is decorated at the ends with leaves and finely chiselled acorns in relief. It is applied with a crowned cipher surmounting the inscription βSan Juan del Rio 1864β.
At the base a small plate bearing the signature of the goldsmith Jose Maria Larralde. It contains a document signed by Mr. Angel M.Dominguez relating the various honorary marks that the Municipal Council of San Juan del Rio wishes to establish following the accession to power of Maximilien and Charlotte. Preserved in its shaped case.
Height: 34 cm, Gross weight: 418,50g. 22K-916/1000.
Origin : -Offered by King Leopold II to Baron Adrien Goffinet and in gratitude for his good and loyal services
Courtesy: HVMC
