Parure
A matching set of jewels, such as a necklace, earrings, brooch and bracelet.
A parure is a set of matching jewels made to be worn together: typically a necklace, earrings, a brooch and a bracelet, sometimes a tiara. A smaller set of two or three pieces is called a demi-parure. Parures were a mark of status in the Georgian and Victorian periods, and the great houses continued to make suites throughout the twentieth century.
What to look for
Complete parures in their original fitted case are rare and valuable. Check that every piece is from the same set and in matching condition.
In the collection
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