The Creation
Joséphine Valse Impériale tiara in white gold, set with a pear-shaped diamond of approximately 2.50 carats, eight pear-shaped diamonds for approximately 5.30 carats, brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds. In a delicate waltz, the Joséphine Valse Impériale's pear-shaped diamonds emphasise the elevated sweep of the tiara. The signature Chaumet fil-couteau technique enables the metal of this High Jewellery piece to optically disappear in order to let the seemingly suspended stones shine. An interpretation of Empress Joséphine's sophisticated allure, the Joséphine Valse Impériale High Jewellery set combines timeless elegance with a couture spirit. First major client and muse of the Maison, Joséphine was a true fashion icon who epitomised the splendour of the French imperial court.; Material 18-carat white gold Paving 208 brilliant-cut EF VVS diamonds for 9.90 carats and 15 pear-shaped EF VVS diamonds for 3.45 carats Center Stone 1 pear-shaped F VS+ diamond, from 2.50 to 2.99 carats - 8 pear-shaped F VS+ diamonds for approximately 5.30 carats Stone Quality Color D-E-F, clarity from IF to VS, cut "excellent" or "very good", fluorescence "none" or "faint" More details Height: 4.30 cm; White gold, diamonds
The Brand

The House of Chaumet, is a high-end jeweller based in Paris, for both the High Jewellery atelier and main store. Originally servicing First Empire royalty, the Maison now declines jewellry through refined & stackable pieces such as the Joséphine collection.