Antique Napoleon III Era French Paste Gem Tiara, Crown, Diadem - Large! sealing wax likely the same maker

likely the same maker

Lemonwood is so pretty

Lovely and even more so in that wonderful frame

Some from this period did insert something meaningful - a special playing card

fashion flair and appeal

Antique Napoleon III Era French Paste Gem Tiara, Crown, Diadem - Large! sealing wax likely the same makerA remnant of the Empire Revival of France's last Emperor, Napoleon III (Napoleon Bonaparte's nephew, Louis Napoleon), this elaborate and quite large French paste stone (faux diamond) tiara is still set with a stunning 59 cut paste gems that look for all the world like real diamonds. Such is the lasting fame and allure of the French paste gems. None missing, and no replacements, it is ready to become your own collection star, or to be worn. I do not