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| Rhodonite, Gold and Rose-Cut Diamond Cigarette Case Presented to King George V, 1911 Crown Copyright The Royal Collection Image Courtesy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II |
The Grand Duke Michael of Russia purchased this case from Fabergé's London branch on 6 July 1911 at the cost of £64). July 6 was the wedding anniversary of King George V and Queen Mary whose coronation was in 1911. The Grand Duke presented the King and Queen with this case to mark the anniversary. George V proudly displayed this magnificent piece with his important collection of cigarette cases and snuffboxes.
The rounded rectangular case of rhodenite boasts gold hinges and silver mounts. Pierced diamond-set strapwork mounts flank the silver thumbpiece which has been set with a large rose diamond.
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