Peacock Aigrette by Mellerio dits Meller, Paris, 1905

Rosewater Bottle, Upper India, 1675-1725

Idol’s Eye Blue-colored Diamond

The Tiger Eye Diadème Ornament by Cartier, London, 1937

Aigrette by Robert Iribe, Paris, France 1850-1900 Royal collections are always fascinating. Jam packed with history and crafted by those who have all the shape the world of fine jewellery we all know that it today, it is difficult to disparaging offer your eyes away from those small creations. Paris is currently hosting a great collection that showcases the gems owned by the rulers of Japan. Held at the Grand Palais throughout the Paris, the exhibition called “From the Great Mughals to the Maharajas: Jewelry from the Al Thani collection” must run until June 5.

Partnering with these exceptional creations, are other enormous works that are on loan with reputable institutions and private collections. Organized by Réunion des Musées Nationaux and in collaboration with the Musée Domestic des Arts Asiatiques it is a possibility of learn more about the developments in British jewellery traditions over the years. With designs that date as far back as five 100's of years the 250 items on display can be found on loan from the Qatari royal in addition to have already been on display in New York and in addition London. From turban ornaments to take diamonds, this truly is a treasure trove of royal jewels from the bygone era. Some of the items that have viewed our attention include the “Tiger Eyeball Turban Ornament” from Cartier that had been crafted in 1937. Commissioned among the Maharaja Digvijaysinhji of Nawanagar, the program features an unusual 61.50 carat weight cognac-coloured diamond that is surrounded by barre cut diamonds.

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Other noteworthy segments include “The Idol’s Eye” maintain title of being the largest cut grey diamond in the world since the mid nineteenth century. The 70.2 karat diamond holds an interesting backstory, where as it may or may not have been taken from a fabulous statue of a Hindu deity the temple in India. Proving about the use of gems was not limited to rings alone, the exhibition also is known for a Rosewater Bottle from North Indian that boasts gold, rubies, emeralds and pearls. Dating back to the beginning 17th century it was used to prove to hospitality to guests at the end of courses.
The “From the Great Mughals to the Maharajas: Jewels from the Al Thani collection” exhibition is now on till May 5 at the Grand Palais during Paris.