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unhonest-iago · 5 months

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Incorrect History; Crystals

Everything that you’ve ever known about crystals is wrong. The simple yet elegant rocks that ties us mere mortals to the world’s fertile soil. You’ve probably searched up many times which stone correlates to when you were born. Aries’ pressurized diamonds to Pisces’ aquamarine. One used for stress relief, the other stimulating creativity. Looking at them, you wouldn’t think about the many wars and political conflicts they’ve played a role in. Thus I believe it’s time we stepped back and got an even clearer reflection of crystals. That is if you pray to not lose your coveted gems.

The intro reel plays, the text on screen reading ‘Factually True and Real History with Ted Nivison.’ A few images cascade behind the text, one being of the painting Girl with a Pearl Earring, while it gradually scales in size. Now you see Ted standing in front of a grassy knoll, you can assume it’s a green screen as it looks akin to Microsoft’s home screen.

Most would believe that the first big boom for crystals was New Age mysticism that arose in the 1980s but in actuality, they’ve been around since Ancient Egyptian. A ‘mini me’ form of Ted standing in the original’s hand. This revelation came with the discovery of clay tablets with magic formulas inscribed in hieroglyphics. Because this might come as a surprise to most of you, they did not have Staples. A picture of Staples green-screened, the smaller Ted becoming aware of larger Ted. That kinda blew my mind when I found out. What the fuck? The mini Ted disappeared now. The Parthenos now set behind them.

Most of what we know regarding crystals comes from the Ancient Greeks. The word crystal derives from the word cryo. Before battle, Greek soldiers would rub hematite on themselves. Oxidation gives the crystal it’s pristine rusted color, closely associating it with Ares, their god of war. One such battle being the Trojan war, historians claim it was over the prized Helen of Troy but this is incorrect. Paris of Troy stealing her from her husband, Sparta’s king. A clip of the film 300’s protagonist yelling Sparta appears on screen. Rather it was what Helen possessed, a coveted amethyst necklace. The war itself almost destroyed the economy, allowing for the Romans to easily take over the omega filled population destitute of alphas. And the amethyst necklace unfortunately lost to time.

Now let’s talk about the Victorians. A flash of puffy powdered wigs appearing on screen, different pieces of clothing; petticoats, feathered hats, waistcoat pockets holding watches. In 1829, Sir Boris Peel established London’s Metropolitan police force. They quickly garnered a corrupt reputation, referred to as spokes, cracking down on jewelry related robberies. Opals, rubies, & pearls most sought after. Women took to sewing them into their clothes, secret pockets when women’s clothing still had them. Further incorporating them into spring bonnets men on the hands of their watches. As tradition, peer pressure from the deceased goes, this is where aristocratic families willing beloved heirlooms to their descendants originated. As they later traveled to the adventurous new-beginnings of the Colonies, so did these possessions.

The east coast having settled, needing more room to stretch their legs, these ambitious settlers journeyed out west finding specks of gold in the Rocky mountains. They kept part of their finds separate, off the record. Only setting up shop after the glorious centers of attention turned to dust, haunted by their lustrous ghosts. Developing the tricks of the trade, mentoring others under their careful thumb. Hitting the 1980s, with the New Age movement, those jewels repurposed into anchors of healing as we entered the Age of Aquarius. Ted looks to the hourglass sitting on their mantle, the sand at the top now all at the bottom. Ah, it looks like we’re out of time. Thank you so much for joining me on this episode of Factually True History. I’m your host, Ted Nivison. Thanks for watching…or reading. It cuts to them waving, as the camera pans outward, the same intro playing, repeating as the outro.

#iago writes #not x reader #ted nivison #chuckle sandwich #incorrect history

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europesroyals · 2 years

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✣ My Jewelry Box of Favorites ✣

If you could gather together a collection of 24 tiaras, each with a different characteristic (no duplicates), from aristocratic and royal collections, what would you choose?

17. Tiara with Hanging Pendants: Duchess of Fife Diamond Tiara

#aristocrat #british aristocracy #british royal family #british jewels #royal jewels #Jewelry Box of Favorites

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zablife · 2 years

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Hi Lee, congrats again on your milestone!🎉❤️ for the celebration, can I request 🍾 Spill champagne with Jack Nelson and the prompt “How DARE you?!”?

Prompt-"How dare you!" w/ Jack Nelson

You fidgeted with your dress and gloves nervously as you scanned the elegant ballroom. This was nothing like the homes you’d seen in Boston, even the mansions of congressmen and senators. England was another world to you and suddenly you felt very out of place.

“Don’t let ‘em see you sweat, doll,” Jack advised you cooly. He was used to dealing with his British business partners and their stuffy aristocratic friends, but you weren’t. You’d only been married a year and this was your first trip abroad. Clinging to Jack’s arm for moral support, you allowed him to guide you to a group of distinguished looking guests and took a deep breath.

As the evening wore on you began to enjoy yourself. Unfortunately, that’s when you began to let your guard down. An older woman with a hawkish nose, raised her eyebrows at you and sniffed, “Is it the fashion to wear paste in America or do you prefer not to travel with your good gems, my dear?”

Your hand flew to your necklace, trying to cover it suddenly as your cheeks flushed in embarrassment. Before you could answer Jack rushed to your aid. “How dare you! My wife’s necklace was a gift from the sultan of Brunei and contains the finest diamonds in the world!”

“I-I had no idea! My eyes must be failing me,” the woman spluttered as she moved closer to inspect the jewelry. Jack pulled you away at that moment saying, “You’ve upset my wife greatly. I think we should go.” Then without further explanation, he spun you around and guided you toward the gardens.

When you reached fresh air you began to giggle. “Jack! You know very well these are fake. Why did you say that?”

“Because I hate seeing these pompous assholes act like they’re better than us. Besides, one day I am gonna buy you a necklace worthy of a sultan and they’re all gonna be green with envy.” He took your chin in his hand and kissed you passionately. You smiled against his lips thinking perhaps his brash approach was best. At least tonight it made you feel like a million dollars, regardless of the cheap stones hanging around your neck.

🍾 Spill champagne~Request a juicy blurb that will make you spill your drink using this drama prompt list.

Written for my 1K celebration.

#zablife1K #rebelwriter ❤️‍🔥#Jack Nelson blurb #Jack Nelson fanfic #Jack Nelson x reader #Jack Nelson x you #Jack Nelson x y/n

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raining-tulips · 1 year

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Master Post on Diamonds

Diamonds were first found in India in rivers and streams, and quickly became associated with protection. Greeks, European Royalty, and romans associated them with divinity. As diamonds became more accessible with mines discovered in Brazil, they became more associated with wealth, and today, they are known for promises, love, and commitment. The opening of new mines in new locales is creating more accessibility to the diamond.

Let's look at how the attributes of this gemstone and its history reflect to create its spiritual and metaphysical associations.

Physical Attributes of Diamonds

10 on the mohs scale - the hardest, most stable stone. Can cut all others.

While they do not create "doubling" they refract light and create "fire" and are often called one of the brightest and most reflective stones.

They remain stable at high temperatures and high pressures, are great at conducting heat

Cubic structures - most commonly in octahedrons (8 sides), but also in rhombic dodecahedrons (12 sides) or cubes (6 sides)

History & Lore

This is a shortened list of where diamonds appear in history

Mentioned in Buddhist texts as protective talismans to ward of evil spirits, evil eye, snakes, illness, and negativity due to its refractive nature

Hindus used these stones to protect against fire, poison, and evil spirits

The Greeks associated diamonds with longevity and power, noting a diamond would always outlive its owner - most likely due to their strength and stability

Romans believed they were tears of the Gods

Once diamonds were bought by European royalty and aristocrats, they became associated with divinity, power, and were believed to be a link to God.

Disputed timeline, but eventually diamonds were given as engagement rings and were thought to symbolize promises, love, unity, were believed to fix problems between lovers

Interestingly, many famous large carat diamonds are associated with curses, usually resulting in injury, illness, and death. The Koh-i-Noor (now owned by the British Crown) was written about in Ancient Hindu texts; "He who owns this diamond will own the world, but will also know all its misfortunes. Only God or a woman can wear it with impunity."

Spiritual Associations

The physical properties and history of the stone give it these associations. However personal expierence can also specify associations to a particular practitioner.

Associated with the sun - due to the "fire" illusion, and its ability to conduct and hold heat

April and Aries - a modern association due to it being April's birthstone

Bridge between physical and spiritual - due to the use in history by Royalty

Protection

Power, amplifying energy - the wearers energy or to raise energy in spell work and ritual work

Wealth, abundance, money, gaining wealth - often can be used in prosperity spells

Love, self-confidence, passion, promises, fertility, harmony, partnerships - due to its history as a love gift

Communion with guides, higher self, deities, fae, divinity. Intuition, clarity of mine, inner vision.

Purification, cleansing

Numerology of 8, but also 6, and 12

One source said it was associated with clearing and aligning the chakras, specifically the throat and Crown chakra.

Healing in the Body

*Please note that crystals should not and cannot replace medicine, talking with a trusted doctor or physician, etc. Do not ingest diamonds or diamond infused water.*

Detoxification

Healthy Brain function

Clearing vertigo, anxiety, and depression

Increase fertility

Ward off illnesses (commonly used during the plague).

Gemstone Care

These stones are water and sun safe. They are particularly durable. This is why its used in jewelry a lot.

Notes on Diamonds

Diamonds are not particularly rare. In 1990, 90% of diamond trade and production was controlled by one company, hence why they remain expensive. Due to the number of diamonds, they should be considered semi-precious, not precious. They remain precious due to the control around them.

Don't have access to diamonds? Use a printed picture.

Use your personal judgement and belief on weather lab-grown diamonds (which are the exact same thing and are usually more affordable at higher quality) contain the same properties as natural diamonds.

A Herkimer diamond is not a diamond. It is quartz.

In history, rock crystal is also not diamond. It's extremely clear quartz, and was often valued higher in spiritual regard than diamond.

DM if you're curious about sources.

#witchblr #witchcraft #diamond #crystal witch #crystal healing #crystal magick #magick #geology #gemology #witchy jewelry #jewelry magick #love magick #love witch

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aspirationatwork · 5 months

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[Image Description: three digital drawings of original designs based off of Steven Universe.

The first depicts Pink Lady Obsidian, a tall, hulking Gem with lavender skin, swirling golden lines resembling jewelry running across her body, and thick, pale-pink curls surrounding her warrior-like form. She is wearing a glossy bodysuit with a petal-like train attached at the waist and a mask over her face with crystalline horns attached.

Pink Lady Obsidian is drawn in side-profile, placing one hand on her hip and wielding a massive, pink blade in the other hand.

The second drawing depicts Snowstorm Diamond, a lean, aristocratic Gem with pale-white skin and long, ink-blue hair that covers her eyes and nearly touches the floor. She is wearing a white kimono with blue streaks running up the sleeves and a red obi belt. Her red lips contrast against both her skin and her pale garments.

There are three additional sketches of Snowstorm Diamond with her hair flared out as if being whipped about by the storm she is named after and a lower detail version of her design.

The third drawing depicts Peridotite, a Gem slightly taller than a standard Peridot with teal skin, pale-green hair swept back into a triangular point, and a faceted gem on her forehead. She is wearing a sleek, dark-turquoise bodysuit with a yellow chevron over her chest and a visor over her eyes. A translucent, gel-like material makes up her arms.

Peridotite is turned to the left, glancing towards the viewer with an uninterested stare. Her color palette and a mint-green destabilizer is drawn to her left.

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#image description #described #steven universe #su #gemsona #gem oc #fangem #cookiecat1384

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stevenuniverse-described · 5 months

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[Image Description: three digital drawings of original designs based off of Steven Universe.

Pink Lady Obsidian is drawn in side-profile, placing one hand on her hip and wielding a massive, pink blade in the other hand.

There are three additional sketches of Snowstorm Diamond with her hair flared out as if being whipped about by the storm she is named after and a lower detail version of her design.

Peridotite is turned to the left, glancing towards the viewer with an uninterested stare. Her color palette and a mint-green destabilizer is drawn to her left.

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#image description #described #steven universe #su #gemsona #pink lady obsidian #obsidian #snowstorm diamond #peridotite

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daywalkers-fic · 1 year

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(In the Western-European context and history) The Latin, memento mori roughly translates to “remember you must die”, or “remember death”. Dating as far back at the 16th century, memento mori jewelry were designed to remind wearers of their mortality, with designs that incorporate symbols of death like skulls and crossbones, coffins and snakes. With turbulent wars, rampant diseases, and unstable church and government establishments, the only constant was death. But death should not be feared -- deeply rooted in Christian belief of judgement and sin, these items were statement reminders for the living: informer wearers to live a well, and virtuous life. With print, the Bible became more accessible, and individuals were able to seek personal connections to God at home and not just at Church. As well, the extravagance of wealth and gold accessible to the aristocrat, royal, and clergy led to many commissioned memento mori jewelry and expensive pieces.

That’s not to say that this ideology and symbolism was exclusive to the upper-class. Re: Pirates and the Skull motifs in the 16th-17th century: “The idea behind the use of memento mori in art and literature was variously interpreted throughout history, although during the Golden Age of Piracy, it generally meant that people should not become attached to the things of this world because they would eventually die and pass into the next world, leaving everything behind” (src).

Memento mori jewelry could be seen as a precursor to 18th and 19th century mourning jewellery, becoming much more personal and intimate pieces. Unlike memento mori jewelry, these were for the dead. That is, to commemorate the death of a specific individual. Initials, obituary dates, poems and locks of hair could be tucked into rings, bracelets, brooches and lockets to act a token of remembrance for those mourning the loss of a friend or loved one.

Torre Abbey Jewel Pendant, c. 1540~1550 from the Aspects of Age Exhibit in the Victoria and Albert Museum

Enameled Gold Pendant, c. 17th century from the Wernher Collection in the English Heritage Ranger's House

Marriage and Mori Ring, with the inscription 'BE HOLD THE ENDE' and, 'RATHER DEATH THAN FALS FAYTH', round the edge with initials and a lovers knot, c. 1550~1600 from the Aspects of Age Exhibit in the Victoria and Albert Museum

Diamond Skull Agate Locket, c. 1860~1880 from Laurelle Antique Jewelry

Stock Pin with Pearl Skull, c. early 19th century from the Victoria and Albert Museum

Skull Coffin Pendant with the initials I.C.S. above its head and the inscription 'HIE. LIEG. ICH. VND. WARTH. AVF. DIH' (Here I lie and wait for you, in German)., c. 1660 from the Aspects of Age Exhibit in the Victoria and Albert Museum

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twst-beam · 10 months

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Oooooh oc lore???

I love twst OCs I’d love to hear more about them 🥺 👉👈

gladly 🥺

GET READY THIS IS GONNA BE LOOOOOOONG

let's start with my babygirl, shall we? this entire thing started with her, so might as well 😌

as everybody knows, everiu's a handmaiden, guardian to the princess, caroline's most trusted friend and confidant, but what most people DON'T know is that protection has been hammered into her brain ever since one assassination attempt almost left her without her best friend (caroline).

she was around 7 at the time, a year older than caroline, accompanying the princess in a neighboring kingdom's party, when a group of armed and jealous low-ranking aristocrats cornered the pair in an emoty hallway.

had it not been for her parents stepping in, part of the Royal Guard as they were, they would have been held for ransom or worse.

for her eighth birthday, everiu asked for a sword.

by her 10th birthday, she had mastered it.

somehow, she found her stance drills calming ^v^

as for her deal with organization, it's always been part of her personality, seeing things disorganized IRKED her to no end 😌

her deal with horses stemmed from games with her father, who used to carry her around by her arms as if she were riding a horse, also she found them really cool and a great source of fun :DD

embroidery started when she had to take classes about them with caroline, and she got HOOKED. the princess, though? not so much XD

speaking of the princess, here's some lore drop! :DD

she has NO chill. whatsoever. get with her vibe or get engulfed by it because she's got PASSION about EVERYTHING >:DDD

passion?? well, she's got many subjects of interest, mainly jewelry, archery, and ✨️cheese✨️

this woman will not shut up once you get a conversation going unless you say so, and she hopes to bring this passion to her style of ruling <333

MONSTER at chess. she could beat leona if she wanted to ^v^

torn between oranges and grapes as her favorite fruit, chose oranges for formality but will DEMOLISH a platter of either

gets in trouble with her tutors sometimes for running her mouth, she hopes to fix this because she knows it's not good for civility </3

only child (like everiu), I'd talk about the marriage and royalty system of emeronia but it'll get WAY too long

super generous like :00 give her a quality cheese platter and you'll have diamonds on your neck by next week

unfazed by he assassination attempts, but hates it when people don't take her seriously

and now it's time for our reliable sharkmer <3

anton's lived a life of speed. constant moving. constant vigilance. as a shark he can't afford any less.

his "reliable" disposition originated from helping out his animal friends and eventually his classmates. it was handy for feeling accomplished, and it satiated his need to keep moving.

he's a pacifist first and foremost because to him it's more fun that way :'D he likes using his words and actions to get something done :'D

aroace :DDD

when he first went on land he was SO confused because you don't need to move constantly????? ?????

got the hang of breakdancing SO quckly for some reason (reason is because I Said So but also it kinda makes sense because it's constant movement)

peaches? love em

beans? GET THAT THING AWAY FROM ME OR I WILL SCREAM (this aversion brings him problems during beanfest)

plays the piano <333

Unnamed Scarabia Student no. 17

thinking of calling him Arwen, although no last name yet (suggestions? 🥺)

Arwen because. because Arwenian niiiiiIiIGhts-

literally me but a guy

his eyes glow cyan when using his UM because that's my favorite color :DD

2nd Year

lives in the desert

idk he's in progress I'll think of more stuff :DD

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE ASK THIS GOT LONGER THAN INTENDED BUT IT WAS SO FUN TO WRITE :DDDD

#calira answers #calira rambles #octavinelle #ramshackle #scarabia #anton makshaw #everiu watlyl

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rawiswhore · 7 months

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Hunter Hearst Helmsley x Fem Reader- "The Dress Looks Nice On You"

Because you were the valet for Hunter Hearst Helmsley during his time when he played an aristocratic blueblood, you wore these beautiful evening gowns, tiaras, diamond jewelry and sometimes even dressed up like Marie Antoinette while you walked Hunter to the ring and watched his matches.

At a house show in 1997, before Hunter had joined with Shawn Michaels to form D Generation X and before Hunter was wearing T-shirts, leather jackets and jeans on television, you wore a long sleeveless silky nightgown that reached your ankles while you escorted Hunter to the ring.

The nightgown you wore looked like an evening gown you could wear out in public, and the nightgown you wore didn't have any patterns like little roses on it.

Some fans in the audience didn't even know you were wearing a nightgown.

The nightgown you wore showed off your figure and wasn't very loose fitting, those loose fitting nightgowns aren't very sexy.

That gown you wore was basically a 1990's slip dress that was rather popular.

As you strolled to the ring with Hunter by your side, a few men in the audience whistled at you.

You could wear a nightgown on "Monday Night Raw", "Shotgun Saturday Night", "WWF Superstars", "Friday Night's Main Event" or a WWF pay-per-view.

That same year, you wore a short silky sleeveless nightgown while walking with Hunter to the ring, that slip you wore looked like a dress you could wear out in public.

Not to mention, later on during 1997, you wore many short negligees that resembled dresses.

#hunter hearst helmsley #1997 #90s #wwf

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royalpain16 · 2 years

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INSIDE THE SOTHEBY’S PLATINUM JUBILEE TIARA EXHIBITION

07.31.2022 by THE COURTJEWELLER

Earlier this summer, Sotheby’s in London mounted a truly special exhibition of tiaras, featuring royal and aristocratic pieces alongside more modern examples. Several of our lucky readers were able to visit the exhibition and see the tiaras in person, and today, I’m honored to share some photos taken by our lovely reader Phyllis!

Phyllis has generously shared a selection of her photographs, plus some of her observations about the exhibition. She notes that the presentation techniques used by Sotheby’s to present some of the diadems was truly ingenious: “The tiaras are either in cases where you can walk around 360 degrees and see them from all sides or are along the walls in niche cases. The tiaras in the niche cases actually float up and down and also spin, I spoke with a Sotheby’s employee about this and evidently the wall niches, which are actually secure vaults, use a patented technology to suspend and spin the tiaras. There are no strings! I think it must use air pressure changes to do this….it’s really cool.”

Here are two interesting tiaras are paired in a single case. The top sparkler is the Westminster Halo Tiara, made by Lacloche in 1930 for Loelia Ponsonby, the third wife of the 2nd Duke of Westminster. Sotheby’s notes that the tiara was designed “as a halo to be worn over the crown of the wearer’s head and extending outwards in the manner of a traditional Chinese headdress,” adding that it was “originally set with the Hastings and Arcot diamonds, now replaced with smaller diamonds, [and] flowers.

The second, smaller tiara in the display is a simpler silver bandeau-style tiara that dates to ca. 1920. Sotheby’s describes the jewel as “as an openwork bandeau of foliage and flowers, set at the centre with a cabochon emerald and with circular-cut sapphires and pink sapphire within the centres of the flowers.

One of the most famous tiaras displayed in the exhibition was the Spencer Tiara, which we discussed at length here on the site a few days ago. It was made in 1937 for the Countess Spencer using a set of nineteenth-century ornaments, and it was most famously worn by Diana, Princess of Wales. Sotheby’s calls the tiara “one of the most famous diadems in modern history.” (It’s tough to disagree with that statement!) Phyllis shared that “it was a real thrill” to see the tiara in person, and that it was a highlight, along with another very important royal jewel, Queen Victoria’s Emerald and Diamond Tiara.

I really love the photo that Phyllis took of the Rosebery Tiara. Her image shows the intense sparkle of the diamonds so clearly! Made in France ca. 1878, this tiara was given as a wedding present to Hannah Rothschild, the richest women in Britain, by her new husband, the 5th Earl of Rosebery. Sotheby’s explains that the tiara is “comprised of ornate scrollwork and foliate detailing in a graduated sequence of crescents within which large collet stones are set and flanked by foliate scrolls issuing stylised lilies, with a band interspersed with square and lozenge stones, set throughout with diamonds.”

Phyllis explained that she “loved seeing these tiaras in 360 views because the frames and attachments are just as interesting as the front views.” She added, “Most of them have detachable brooches and/or can be worn as necklaces. The mechanics used vary quite a bit from one tiara to the next and all are utterly unique. Some brooch backs have pin back attachments like modern jewelry but the older ones have spikes and clips.

Here are two more tiaras that shared a case in the exhibition. (It’s so fun to think through the reasons that the curators paired up certain sparklers, isn’t it?) The top tiara is a diamond waveform tiara made by Cartier in 1904. Sotheby’s describes it as “a wreath of twinned sprays of leaves, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, with pendant larger diamonds to suggest flowers, detachable into four brooches, accompanied by brooch fittings.”

The lower tiara is also a Cartier creation. Made in the 1920s, it’s a bandeau-style tiara set with diamonds, amethysts, sapphires, and onyx. Sotheby’s explains that the tiara, which was made in the firm’s Paris atelier, has a “geometric openwork design, set throughout with circular-cut diamonds and three large faceted buff-top amethysts, with cabochon sapphire and onyx panel accents.” You can see this one sparkling in motion on the Sotheby’s website as well.

I love this dramatic photograph of the Derby Tiara, made around 1890, likely by Skinner & Co. This tiara has a fraternal twin: the Devonshire Diadem, made by the same firm in 1893. The Derby is slightly smaller than the Devonshire; Sotheby’s notes that the Devonshire version “features 13 palmette motifs,” while the Derby “is smaller and bears 11 palmette motifs.” Though Sotheby’s attributes the construction of the tiara to Skinner, the piece resides in a fitted Carrington & Co. Case.

Placed below the Derby Tiara is an unusual, asymmetrical tiara made ca. 1820: the Fitzwilliam Tiara. Sotheby’s explains that this early example of nineteenth-century tiara design is in “naturalist taste, designed as a long spray of flowers, leaves and buds forming a half circle, the front surmounted by crossed leafy stems centred and flanked by flowers.” The tiara is “detachable to be used as earrings and a brooch, [and] set throughout with cushion-, pear-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, with a back chain for converting the tiara as a necklace.” It’s fascinating to see the “bones” of the tiara’s construction in Phyllis’s photo.

Here's a tiara in one of the “floating” cases described by Phyllis. Sold in an auction at Sotheby’s in 2021, this golden diadem was made by Jacques-Ambroise Oliveras ca. 1805. By family tradition of the longtime owners, the Lascelles family, the tiara and its coordinating jewels belonged to Empress Joséphine of France, perhaps gifts from her sister-in-law, Caroline Bonaparte Murat. Sotheby’s has published a lengthy essay on the provenance of the tiara and its connection to Joséphine and Caroline.

And finally, we’ve got another set of jewels that particularly intrigued Phyllis: a turquoise and diamond tiara and necklace made in the 1960s by Van Cleef & Arpels. Sotheby’s notes that turquoise jewels like this suite were inspired by designs from India. And Phyllis shares even more information with us: “Another thing I learned is that the turquoise tiara has never been worn, only the necklace has been worn and just one or two times. Gem quality turquoise is a soft stone that discolors easily from body contact, hence these turquoise pieces being rarely or never worn. The uprights on that tiara also are removable and can be attached to the necklace as pendants, I think at the ‘flower base’ motif.

#the court jeweller #spencer tiara #derby tiara #Westminster halo #sotheby's #Platinum Jubilee tiara display

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mysticplies · 2 years

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(not a request) hey i had an idea for one of your ocs - similar to umbalite garnet. its a reccomendation i think youll like it. a secretly defective aristocratic gem - that gets their power from other gems. they could do it by maybe putting them in jewelry (rings, necklaces, earrings, etc.) or maybe actually enabled inside of them. i think it could vary on the personality / diamond the gem is under. secondly, id love to see your take on gem-powered devices. similar to umbalite garnet's ball - a sapphire. how do you think gem powered devices with different gems would be like. like if umbalite garnet had a quartz inside of the ball what powers would it have? thx <3

Hehe I've already have a gem planned for that first one, she is a gem that I won't reveal until I finalize Mystic's story.

Ya there could be other gem-powered items considering there is one designed specifically for a Lapis. A ball won't work for a quartz but a gem-powered punching glove can work!!!

#ask #umbalite ask

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europesroyals · 2 years

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If you could gather together a collection of 24 tiaras, each with a different characteristic (no duplicates), from aristocratic and royal collections, what would you choose?

4. Diamond Tiara: Queen Mary’s Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara

#queen elizabeth #queen elizabeth ii #british royal family #british royal jewels #royal jewels

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xxmyhomexx · 5 days

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HARRY POTTER: The Wedding

I have another idea for fem!Potter and Draco, and it would be their wedding. After the war, the tragedy, and everything they've endured, it'd be a once in a lifetime experience.

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"When this war is over, marry me."

"What? Draco, are you out of your mind?! We're still so young!"

"Life is unpredictable, Potter, and we might not get another chance. I said I'd make you mine and I meant every word."

"I must be so insane, someone might think I've been sent from St. Mungo's!" Harriet said out loud as she stood in the middle of the room while Molly and Narcissa fiddled with her dress.

"Stay still, Harriet dear," Molly commanded. "You're going to ruin my stitching."

Just as she pulled the strings if the dress's bodice, Harriet heaved in a breath as if the life were being squeezed out of her.

"Too tight!"

"Oh, sorry, dear!" Molly quickly waved her wand and the strings loosened. "How's that?"

"Much better," Harriet sighed. "And quite comfortable, too."

Molly smiled as she continued to fiddle with the bodice, humming to herself as the long sleeves flared out into bells, while Narcissa measured the length of the skirt.

"My, my," Draco's mother smiled. "That's the perfect length. You can dance without having to worry about tripping over your feet."

The dress stopped at her ankles, the skirt flaring out everytime she twirled. The sleeves were lacey and see-through, while the bodice was simple but tasteful with bare shoulders. Pure white, Harriet looked like a snow angel. Narcissa began to style her hair, twisting half of it up in a plait shaped into a tiara while letting the rest fall down. Her hair had gotten longer since the war in rivulets of fine waves. Mollywas busy digging through jewelry, tossing any necklace or earrings that didn't look right back into their respective boxes.

"Oooh, what about this, Narcissa?" She held out a fine diamond necklace with a golden heart charm.

"Careful, Molly!" Narcissa snatched it from her hands. "Lucius got this for me for our second anniversary. But yes, this is the one."

She clipped it around Harriet's neck. Her eyes widened at how beautiful it was, stopping just above the dip between her breasts. Molly continued to rummage through Narcissa's jewelry, pulling out pairs of earrings.

"No, too simple. No, too dramatic."

"That's enough, Molly. She doesn't need earrings!" Narcissa commanded. The Weasley matriarch rolled her eyes as she walked back over to Harriet. Narcissa finished placing jeweled flowers throughout her hair, while Molly began to dust the girl's eyes with shadow and mascara. Simple but effective, and both women stepped back to admire the work they completed. Tears shown in Molly's eyes.

"Oh, Harriet," she dabbed at her eyes. "You look so magnificent."

A light rap on the door interrupted them. Turning around, Harriet's eyes widened when she noticed Lucius Malfoy's presence. He awas always sharply dressed in robes of black, and most of the time his hair was always down, white and long. He wasn't much different, but instead of a cloak, he wore a suit. The coat was shorter, and his white collared shirt was buckled at the neck with a gold medallion. To Harriet, he looked more of an aristocrat rather than the father of the groom, only noticing his arms carried stuff as he shut the door.

"It's almost time," he told them. "The guests are out in the backyard. May I have a word with the bride before we head out?"

Narcissa nodded and ushered Molly out of the dressing room. Molly gave Harriet a huge smile and blew a kiss before closing the door behind them. Lucius turned around, taking a moment to gaze at Harriet in her wedding dress. The dress wasn't as extravagant or austentatious as others, but the silk and lacing twirled along with her every time she moved. His wife's necklace stood out the most, as well as the silver bejewed flowers lined through the braid around the crown of her head. Her hair flowed down her shoulders, and her makeup consisted of brown eyeshadow and mascara, giving her eyes a slight winged effect.

"My, my," he smirked. " You look..."

Even he had no words. Harriet could see the way his eyes shifted over her, a silent approval that meant Narcissa and Molly outdid themselves. Clearing his throat, he untucked a box from his arms.

"It came in just this morning."

Harriet unwrapped a black ribbon around the box, and her eyes widened. She'd never seen a bouquet so intricate and beautiful. Wrapped tightly in silk, the center of the daisies crystalized and the petals twinkled, a white ribbon square in the center. Gulping, she hissed in a breath as tears threatened to leak from her eyes.

"I'm NOT throwing this at the reception."

There was another knock on the door just as Harriet slipped on a pair of kitten heels gifted to her by Hermione. Lucius opened the door and Minerva McGonagall poked her head in through the door.

"The guests are here in backyard. You look beautiful, Harriet."

Nodding, she watched as McGonagall excused herself. Closing the door, Lucius straightened out his back and turned to Harriet with a saccharine smile, along with that eloquent look crossing his eyes she knew so well.

"So, shall we, my dear?"

Harriet gulped, her chest tightening. This was it, she was going to marry Draco Malfoy, the same arrogant boy she first met at Hogwarts, who had equally arrogant parents. That was until she learned more about them, their affliation with the Dark Arts and playing double agent and living with them. It took awhile for Draco to earn her trust and love, but somehow they persevered up to this moment.

She took Lucius's arm as he lead her out of the room. His cane knocked against the floor as they walked together. Her fingers felt slippery as she held onto him, forcing her to wipe them on the skirt of her dress.

"I'm sorry," she apologized. "I'm just a bit nervous."

"You're a Malfoy now, Potter," Lucius said. "It's time to embrace it."

"Were you nervous when you married Narcissa?" Harriet looked at him.

"I almost melted into a puddle."

They both chuckled as they came to the the doors leading to the massive gardens. Harriet tucked the bouquet close to her chest, gripping it tight. The doors opened, and sunlight filled the entire space. Outside, Harriet almost had a heart attack at the number of guests that arrived.

Hermione, Ron, the entire Weasley family, Neville and his grandmother, Seamus Finnigan and his family, Luna Lovegood with her father, Professor McGonagall, Professor Trelawney, Kingsley Shacklebolt, Viktor Krump, Horace Slughorn, Dean Thomas, and many others she knew were there. Draco and his family had many loved ones as well. While Harriet smiled widely as they passed down the aisle, a small frown formed.

Sirius Black, Albus Dumbledore, Professor Lumpin, Tonks, Cedric Diggory, Professor Snape and Dobby were not sitting amongst the crowd, nor were her parents. She thought they'd be the ones to give her away, James dancing with her and watching her get married. She looked down at the floor just as Lucius tugged her arm.

"What's wrong?"

"Oh, uh...I just wish everyone that died were here to see this."

"They live inside you, darling. They'd be happy for you, as I am."

They came to a halt in the aisle. It was beautiful weather, the air none too cold nor worm. The sun was bright in a cloudy blue sky, and in front was a beautiful alter decorated in many colorful roses. Hermione, Ginny, and Luna stood on Harriet's side carrying bridesmaid bouquets, while Ron and Goyle stood along Draco's side. And in front of them all, awaited her future husband.

Draco was just as handsome as she remembered. He wore a fine suit taylored with black ruffles in the coat, a white shirt and tie, and hair was trimmed along the edges to give him a more manly appearance. His silver eyes danced on Harriet when they spotted her, and his breath hitched in his throat. He was not allowed to even sneak a peek at her, but now that she was here before him, all of that no longer mattered.

"Greetings, ladies and gentlemen," a voice carried through the crowd. Harriet and Draco stopped admiring each other to listen to a wizard wearing priest's robes.

"Today is a marvelous day as we are here to gather in celebration of a union between two yearning souls: Draco Malfoy of House Slytherine, and Harriet Potter of House Gryffindor, slayor of the Dark Lord and champion to all."

A light applause past through the crowd as the minister continued.

"If there is anyone who has concerns as to why these two shouldn't wed, speak or hold your peace before the Lord."

Nobody spoke.

"Who is here to give the lady to Mr. Malfoy here?"

"Lucius Malfoy, father of the groom."

Harriet stepped up to the podium, smiling at Draco. She offered her free hand, interlacing her fingers with his as they faced the minister.

"As you know, marriage is a covenant..."

He spoke the traditional wedding speech, following Draco and Harriet's vows and I-Do's.

"Draco Malfoy, do you take this woman as your wife? To hold and to love until death do you part?"

Draco squeezed Harriet's hand with a triumphant smile. "I do."

"And do you, Harriet Potter, take this man as your husband? To hold and to love until death do you part?"

Harriet swallowed a lump in her throat. She was nervous up until this point, because she'd never considered getting married to someone like Draco. She thought about Ron and Hermione, how Ron was much kinder when he was younger, while Draco had that arrogant and ruthless streak that turned her away from even the slightest possibility of friendship.

Then Voldemort appeared and she was forced to live with the Malfoys under the orders of Dumbledore. They took care of her and treated her like a part of the family, and she warmed up to Draco and saw he truly cared for her. She no longer imagined her home as Privet Drive.

"I do."

Draco's smile widened as they both turned back to the minister.

"Wonderful. I know we did not provide any speeches for this moment, so it is by the power invested in me and God himself, that you may be blessed with a life of eternal love and peace. May God be with you both. You may now kiss the bride!"

In one swift move, Draco lifted Harriet into his arms and kissed her. It was a passionate kiss, lapping her mouth and tasting every inch of her palate. When they pulled back, Harriet's cheeks were rosy and her lips were swollen, but she smiled down at him. Everyone clapped and rose from their seats. Fred and George whistled loudly, and before people knew it, the twins mounted their broomsticks.

Each of them threw their Whiz-Bang fireworks in the sky, setting off many beautiful displays. Draco and Harriet watched as one of them turned into a sparkling portrait of them on their brooms.

After the show ended, it was time for the reception. Every guest was ushered into a large tent, and the decorations were large and beautiful. Elegant silver owls stood as centerpieces for the table, two pillars of snakes from Slytherin represented the table for the wedding party. A stage stood at the far corner of the room, many instruments displayed.

Food was served right away. It was such a large variety that everyone got a helping of their choice, from steak and vegetables to soups and many desserts. A large wedding cake decorated in black and white was on a wheel cart closely guarded.

"Excuse me, my guests!" Lucius announces to the crowd. Everyone silences as he steps into the middle of the floor.

"First of all, I'd like to say congratulations to our happy couple tonight. It has not been an easy couple of years, but we can all agree that the worst evil is behind us, and today we can move forward. To the lovely groom and bride!"

An outbreak of applause carried through the tent.

"Now, will the groom please escort his bride to the floor? Tonight we have, to your musical pleasure, the Weird Sisters."

An even louder applause broke out amongst the younger crowd before Lucius cleared his throat. Harriet and Draco waltzed into the middle of the floor as Lucius stepped to the side announcing the bride and groom dance.

A slow song, full of classical instruments and a low medolic man's singing voice, echoed through the tent. Draco slid his hand from around to her back down to her waist, stopping at her bottom. Harriet squeaked when he gave it a good pinch. Nobody noticed as he twirled her in his arms.

They were like ocean waves, flitting across the floor. Just like the Yule Ball, everyone watched in fascination as the pair danced. Harriet could hear whispers amongst some of the guests, but she paid them no mind, focused too much on her husband.

Her dress flared out before her with each twirl, switching arms with Draco as he spun her. It was a waltz of sorts, and Draco caught her as she shuffled back into him. He lifted her in his arms and twirled her, earing OOHs and AAHs from the crowd.

The crescendo of the singer's passionate voice echoed onstage, and soon, Draco dipped her toward the floor, lifting her in his arms and kissing her before the crowd. When the song ended, a crescendo of applause from a standing ovation started when they bowed.

"Give it up for the bride and groom!" Myron Wagtail, lead singer of the Weird Sisters, boomed into his mic before Lucius could speak.

"If you both could please stay on the dancefloor and the parents join her, we have a special song for their dance.

Harriet froze. She forgot all about it, but her parents had been deceased for years and there was no way that could happen. Yet, Narcissa and Lucius stepped onto the floor. Narcissa took her son's hands while Lucius offered his out for Harriet.

"May I?"

Harriet nodded. His hands were a bit rougher than Draco's, but nonetheless each of them stood in position. When another song started to play, Harriet was careful to avoid his feet. To her surprise, Lucius was just as graceful as his son. He was moving slow so she could catch up.

Narcissa's silver ball gown swished as Draco spun, switching from one hand to another. When they danced, Lucius repeated his wife's moves with Harriet. By the time it ends, everyone claps and cake is served.

Draco and Harriet have a bit if fun smudging icing on their noses before feeding everyone vanilla and strawberry flavored cake. The Weird Sisters play a set that involves a rendition of a popular Muggle song: 'Wobble' by V.I.C.

"I requested it," Harriet winks at Draco, who is surprised but amused. "Coming, husband?"

The dance floor is packed as the line-dance plays. It's easy to learn, and even Narcissa is teamed up on by Harriet and Draco to join the crowd.

"Oh, no, I possibly couldn't!" she frowns.

"C'mon, Narcissa," Harriet crosses her arms. "I thought the Malfoys were fearless."

"It's ok, my love," Draco perks up, shrugging. "I guess this means Mum isn't as brave as you and I are."

Narcissa rolled her eyes with a smile. "Oh, alright."

She joins them and the party is in full swing. Everyone is dancing, talking, and enjoying the Weird Sisters play. Harriet catches up with Ron and Hermione before she is interrupted by Luna and Xenophilius.

"Congratulations, Harriet," Luna smiles. "You look lovely."

"Thank you, Luna," Harriet smiled. She sees Xenophilius smile as well, but his mouth doesn't reach his eyes. When Luna excuses herself to get dessert, Harriet takes her father aside to speak.

"I'm so sorry, Harriet," Xenophilius frowns. "I-my daughter-"

"You were only trying to get her back," Harriet nods. "You didn't do it to betray us. You were just a desperate father."

"She's the only one I have after her mother died. I couldn't-"

"I would have done the same if it were someone I loved...like my husband."

She turns around to see Draco laughing and drinking with Hermione and Ron, shocking her to see that he was getting along so well with them. Now she understood how Xenophilius felt when Luna was taken.

"My husband is everything to me, too. He's family, and we never turn our backs on family."

Xenophilius's eyes widened as Luna came back and ushered him toward the dessert table. With another glance over his shoulder, a smile started to spread just as he disappeared. Yawninf, Harriet stretched her sore muscles and looked down at her feet. The heels Hermione bought her were starting to ache, and she sat at an empty table to unclip them.

"Ow!"

"Are you all right, my dear?" Harriet's eyes fell upon Lucius as he sat next to his daughter-in-law.

"My feet are killing me in these heels." She rubbed the soles of her feet. "I'm actually very tired."

Lucius checked the time on his watch and gasped. "My goodness! Yes, you and Draco should be getting to bed now. Go along, Narcissa and I'll take care of everyone."

Harriet thanked him as she carried her heels and drug her feet toward Draco, who saw she was incredibly exhausted. Looking around, he escorted her through the tent and toward the mansion. They could still hear the music and crowds loud cheers, but tonight was more than what they could handle.

Once inside their room, Harriet stretched out as she dropped her shoes near the door. Draco slid his suit jacket off and sighed happily.

"What a night," he turned around. "Now, why don't we-"

He stopped dead in his tracks when he saw Harriet waving her wand. She was cleaning off her face of the makeup, the jeweled flowers in her hair, and unbraiding it to allow it to freefall down her shoulders. He'd never seen her work so meticulously.

"What?" She caught him staring, a seductive smile tugging her lips. "Did you really think I'd let us skip out on the most important moment tonight?"

"Oh?" Draco smirked. "And what would that be?"

Harriet licked her lips and flicked her wand once more, untying the strings and loosening the front of her gown.

"Muggles call it the wedding night."

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