Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte’s Floral Diamond Necklace

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Happy Birthday to Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg, who turns 30 today! The only daughter of Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg, Princess Alexandra has worn a plethora of important Heirloom Jewels, including today’s piece: Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte’s Floral Diamond Necklace!

Chaumet Choker Tiara | Chaumet Emerald Tiara | Luxembourg Vine Leaves Tiara | Turquoise Tiara | Diamond Floral Tiara | Aquamarine Tiara | Diamond Necklace | Wedding Earrings | Antique Emerald Earrings

Composed of delicate foliate diamond swags with a couple of large diamonds, the provenance of this necklace is unclear though it is possible that it could come from the Belgian Royal Family or be an older Grand Ducal Heirloom, but is also likely an antique piece acquired by Grand Duchess Joséphine Charlotte.

The Diamond Necklace first appeared on Grand Duchess Joséphine Charlotte, who notably wore it for a Return Reception at the Akasaka State Guest House during a State Visit to Japan in 1999.

The Floral Diamond Necklace was among the jewels inherited by Grand Duke Henri in 2005, and was worn by Grand Duchess Maria Teresa for a Gala Performance at the Grand Théâtre de la Ville in Luxembourg, which marked the beginning of festivities for their Silver Anniversary in 2006.

In 2017, Grand Duchess Maria Theresa pulled out of a State Visit to Japan due to her fear of flying, and was replaced by her daughter, Princess Alexandra. For the State Banquet at the Imperial Palace, Princess Alexandra paired Grand Duchess Joséphine-Charlotte’s Diamond Necklace with the Chaumet Choker Tiara. Lets hope we continue to see this heirloom jewel for years to come!

Chaumet Choker Tiara | Chaumet Emerald Tiara | Luxembourg Vine Leaves Tiara | Turquoise Tiara | Diamond Floral Tiara | Aquamarine Tiara | Diamond Necklace | Wedding Earrings | Antique Emerald Earrings

 

Chaumet Choker Tiara

Chaumet Emerald Tiara

Luxembourg Vine Leaves Tiara

 Turquoise Tiara

Diamond Floral Tiara

Aquamarine Tiara

Floral Diamond Necklace

 Diamond Earrings

Antique Emerald Earrings

Luxembourg Empire Tiara

Belgian Scroll Tiara

Chaumet Emerald Tiara

Grand Duchess Adélaïde Tiara

Chaumet Choker Tiara

Vine Leaves Tiara

Aquamarine Bandeau Tiara

Congo Diamond Necklace Tiara

Emerald Peacock Tiara

Diamond Floral Tiara

Citrine or Topaz Tiara

Amethyst Tiara

Turquoise Tiara

Oval Amethyst Tiara

Diamond Butterfly Tiara

Diamond Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Suite

Floral Diamond Necklace

Sapphire Necklace Tiara

Sapphire Bracelet Tiara

Art Deco Sapphire Necklace Tiara

Princess Ingeborg’s Pearl Brooch

Pearl Negligee Brooch

Antique Emerald Earrings

Luxembourg Royal Tiaras

Featuring a series of delicate foliate diamond swags with a couple of large diamonds, the provenance of this necklace is unclear though it is possible that it could come from the Belgian Royal Family or be an older Grand Ducal Heirloom. It appears that Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte was the first wearer of this piece, and she notably wore it for a Return Reception at the Akasaka State Guest House during a State Visit to Japan in 1999.

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Not included in the auction of her jewels, the Floral Diamond Necklace was inherited by Grand Duke Henri and most notably worn by Grand Duchess Maria Theresa for a Gala Performance at the Grand Théâtre de la Ville in Luxembourg, which marked the beginning of festivities for their Silver Anniversary in 2006.

In 2017, Grand Duchess Maria Theresa pulled out of a State Visit to Japan due to her fear of flying, and was replaced by her daughter, Princess Alexandra, on her first State Visit. For the State Banquet at the Imperial Palace, Princess Alexandra paired the Chaumet Choker Tiara with Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte’s Floral Diamond Necklace, possibly belying a Japanese connection to the piece. However, there is no doubt we will continue to see this heirloom jewel for years to come!

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