An extraordinary and historically significant 18K gold parure once owned by Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden. This exquisite set, hallmarked Karl Meyer, Stockholm, 1897, comprises a necklace, bracelet, brooch, watch chain, and cufflinks. Each piece is set with distinctive reddish-brown and grey-black Swedish gemstones, mounted in finely crafted yellow gold.
The original fitted case is decorated with the name Margareta and embellished with daisies and cornflowers in vibrant enamel colours — symbols often associated with the princess.
Necklace: 71 g | Length: 46 cm | Width: 14–21 mm
Bracelet: 36 g | Length: 17.5 cm | Width: 2.2 cm
Brooch: 14 g | Diameter: 4.5 cm
Watch Chain: 20 g | Length: 13.5 cm | Width: 2 cm
Cufflinks: 10 g | Diameter: 13 mm
Total weight: 151 g
Maker: Karl Meyer
Date: 1897
Origin: Stockholm, Sweden
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Swedish reddish-brown and grey-black stones (untested, likely regional quartz or feldspar varieties)
Provenance: Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden (1882–1920)
Very good antique condition. Minor surface wear to gold settings consistent with age. Stones remain secure and well-preserved. Case in fine condition, enamel decoration intact.
An extraordinary and historically significant 18K gold parure once owned by Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden. This exquisite set, hallmarked Karl Meyer, Stockholm, 1897, comprises a necklace, bracelet, brooch, watch chain, and cufflinks. Each piece is set with distinctive reddish-brown and grey-black Swedish gemstones, mounted in finely crafted yellow gold.
The original fitted case is decorated with the name Margareta and embellished with daisies and cornflowers in vibrant enamel colours — symbols often associated with the princess.
Necklace: 71 g | Length: 46 cm | Width: 14–21 mm
Bracelet: 36 g | Length: 17.5 cm | Width: 2.2 cm
Brooch: 14 g | Diameter: 4.5 cm
Watch Chain: 20 g | Length: 13.5 cm | Width: 2 cm
Cufflinks: 10 g | Diameter: 13 mm
Total weight: 151 g
Maker: Karl Meyer
Date: 1897
Origin: Stockholm, Sweden
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Gemstones: Swedish reddish-brown and grey-black stones (untested, likely regional quartz or feldspar varieties)
Provenance: Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden (1882–1920)
Very good antique condition. Minor surface wear to gold settings consistent with age. Stones remain secure and well-preserved. Case in fine condition, enamel decoration intact.