Jewels given to Napoleon's adoptive daughter on sale at Christie's next week
(VOVWORLD) - A flawless sapphire and diamond parure that belonged to Napoleon's adoptive daughter is to be sold at auction at Christie's in Geneva next week, a rare sale of objects directly linked to the French emperor.
 Jewels given to Napoleon's adoptive daughter will be on sale at Christie's. (Photo: Reuters) |
The jewels date back to the early 19th century and are believed to have been a wedding gift for Stephanie de Beauharnais, who was adopted by Napoleon and his wife.
The nine items in the set, which are being sold individually, include a necklace and tiara adorned with sapphires from mines in what was then known as Ceylon, now Sri Lanka.