Happy Birthday to Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg, who turns 34 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 Joséphine-Charlotte’s Diamond Necklace!
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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.
A few years earlier, the Diamond Necklace had been loaned to Princess Sibilla of Luxembourg for the Wedding of Prince Joachim of Denmark and Alexandra Manley in 1995, along with the Belgian Scroll Tiara.
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
