In over 4 decades of buying, collecting, I think this is my favorite diadem. It's certainly the prettiest and most impressive. Every antique French paste stone/gem remains in place, which is very rare. No losses or damage. The center top gem-studded rosette is a Tremblant, and moves and shimmers with any motion, drawing every eye. The very last photo is of my granddaughter at Fontainebleau, France, wearing ti to give you a sense of the size. It's overly large as these go. On a couple of photos I've turned it upside down to show how it might look if worn as a necklace (you can adjust the size down with the post/holes in back), and I think it would be splendid! Dating c.1820-30, it rivals the very most elaborate we've seen in portraits and portrait miniatures of that time frame, and is fully remarkable in all ways. Photos show it from all angles of view. Full measurements are noted on the photos, as well.
Very good to excellent condition throughout. I find no losses and no damage to report. The ormolu is bright and with so many gems, it feels truly regal. The 'gems' range from 5mm diameter to 15mm, and there are gradations, a few ovals. The Tremblant feature is just exquisite. I'll try to add a video. I find no flaws to repot.
