In yellow gold and platinum, centered with an oval miniature on ivory, probably representing Mumtaz Mahal, the favorite princess of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The frame embellished with small sapphires, small emeralds and rose cut diamonds.
Period XIXth century.
A diamond, emerald and sapphire brooch, set with an ivory miniature depicting Mumtaz Mahal. North India. Delhi School. 19th Century.
History: Mumtaz Mahal was the wife of Shah Jahan. She died giving birth to her fourteenth child. He built the Taj Mahal (1631-1653), one of the 7 wonders of the world in memory of his great love.
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Dimensions: 5,7 x 4,8 cm approximately.
Gross weight: 34,7g (18k - 750 and pt - 950).
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