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Source: forbes.com

Source: forbes.com

From Wartski @wartski1865 past exhibition Multum in Parvo: A Collection of Engraved Gems ~ Among the treasures on display there was this extraordinary carved sapphire ring, engraved with a portrait of the Empress Faustina. ~ Previously in the collections of the Earl of Arundel and the legendary Duke of Marlborough, it is an exceptionally rare masterpiece. ~ During the 17th Century, the ring was believed to have belonged to the Emperor Caligula himself. ~ The carving of sapphires during the Renaissance was considered a particularly high art form. Not only were sapphires regarded as immensely precious and beautiful, they were also notoriously difficult to carve. ~ #wartski #wartski1865 #sapphire #ring #marlborough #faustina #emperorcaligula #arundel #masterpiece #engravedgems #renaissance #treasure #gold #rare #beautiful #multuminparvo #exhibition #london #antiquejewellery #cameos #intaglios #HighJewelleryDream #jewelry (at Wartski) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3em_ijIvZb/?igshid=c4gbllqhjthk

A parure that consists of at least three pieces of matched jewellery is generally referred to as a full parure. These suites of jewels can consist of a number of pieces, but they often include a tiara, a necklace, a pair of earrings, bracelets, and at least one brooch. (thecourtjeweller.com)

Ruby, diamond, and platinum 'Flame' ring, Wartski (at Wartski)

Tiara Tuesday brought to you by this winged beauty from Wartski. @wartski1865 #diamond #wingtiara #wartski #winterantiquesshow #was2016

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