Thursday, January 17, 2008
Spanish Inquisition Necklace
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It is a spectacular double row of diamonds and emeralds ending in a chandelier of emeralds. There is unfortunately very little information about the provenance of this necklace.
The large diamonds and Columbian emeralds were most likely cut in India in the 17th century. This would make them one of the earliest examples of cut gemstones in the Smithsonian's Collection.
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The large diamonds and Columbian emeralds were most likely cut in India in the 17th century. This would make them one of the earliest examples of cut gemstones in the Smithsonian's Collection.
Read more Spanish Inquisition Necklace at http://www.philippine-resorts.com/diamonds/spanish-inquisition-necklace.htm
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