Royal Replicas

[Illustrious]

I finally broke down and commissioned Edwina Mountbatten's tiara.

NO. REGRETS.

 

[Warren]

v The real deal

 

[Illustrious]

Paying for it was an adventure due to the jeweler's antiquated shopping system. =( We had to get international calls on our phone so we could call them and give them our credit card information. They wouldn't accept paypal or credit cards online through their site. It was so weird!

 

[HRHHermione]

Congratulations on your purchase! It's fantastic

 

[Tiggersk8]

That is so stunning. Congratulations!!

I also make Tiaras. No replicas of any famous ones, but hopefully one of these days. I've made far more than I've taken pictures of and put up over at my Photobucket account, but here's the two I do have up over there. All of the materials, stones, beads and wire, are from the Dollar Store and no I'm not kidding.

The Sapphire Three Leaf Clover Tiara

How it looks when worn

Taken by me in our Bathroom Mirror.

The Ruby and Topaz Leaf Bandeau Tiara

Also my very first Tiara. The reason why there's red and gold beads twisted together is because I originally started out making Circlets for both me and my fellow Lord of the Rings fans to wear at Conventions. I've made one w/blue and silver beads and one of the "Sapphire" leaves shown in the Three Leaf Clover Tiara. That's what this started out as, but it changed in the making to...

This Tiara in this self portrait

That was taken on William and Kate's Wedding Day BTW. Yes, I wore a Tiara to watch the Wedding. Dad just rolled his eyes at me, but Mom was wishing there was another one for her, as she was feeling left out...LOL!!

 

[Duchessmary]

Well done! Very pretty.

 

[Dman]

I finally broke down and commissioned Edwina Mountbatten's tiara.

Very impressive.

 

[Nice Nofret]

I finally broke down and commissioned Edwina Mountbatten's tiara...

How is it, to hold in your hand? Does it fit your head? Is it really nicely made? Does it look very fake or a bit convincing?

 

[Illustrious]

I originally started out making Circlets for both me and my fellow Lord of the Rings fans to wear at Conventions.

I love your circlets, they're quite pretty!

You seem to be my kind of person! I too work in the convention world, so I'm familiar with how it goes...

How is it, to hold in your hand? Does it fit your head? Is it really nicely made? Does it look very fake or a bit convincing?

1. I haven't publically worn it yet, but those who have seen it in the case have completely gone daffy for it, unable to believe it's fake. Compared to pieces I acquired from pageant or bridal suppliers, this is the most convincing tiara I own. *I* know it's not real, but due to the OBVIOUS difference between this and a standard chain-welded tiara - I'm terrified of travelling with it. The average person without a trained eye like ours would never know the difference. The craftsmanship is superb, it really is. It's not perfection, but it's definitely worth every penny spent.


2. It's heavier than any tiara I own so far - the weight is something I am having trouble adjusting to. Headaches are frequent. Having the velvet padded band is a god-send, as it prevents slipping - for the first time, I can put on a tiara without the need of my stylist coming in and doing my hair to hold it in place.

3. The size of the tiara when it arrived was quite small - but SLOWLY and GENTLY bending it open solved the issue. But I must stress, with any tiara - that you must be VERY careful not to over-bend it.

More photos here: http://thesilvermaiden.deviantart.com/art/Tiara-Collection-VIII-Edwina-Mountbatten-340883624


I think, if I save up for another one, I'll have Queen Alexandra's amethyst tiara made, or that one Faberge tiara...So many options, gah!

 

[gypsophelia]

I have a copy of Queen Mary's diamond stomacher and was wondering "too much " if I turned it into a long necklace with seed pearls ?

 

[oahugal]

My new replica

The first picture is the original
the second my new original

 

[Tiggersk8]

That is stunning!! Wow!!

Here's my latest creation, which I'm calling The Pink Topaz Butterfly Tiara.



Once again, all materials have come from the dollar store. So, no, the stones aren't real. . Here's one showing how it looks when worn...



Be gentle w/the comments, but I am interested in what you all think of it.

 

[COUNTESS]

You do nice work.

 

[PrincessTPring]

Replica Tiara's

Where can I get a replica of Napoleonic Amethyst tiara? I love this tiara!

 

[oahugal]

Where can I get a replica of Napoleonic Amethyst tiara? I love this tiara!

do you have a picture of it? might have someone who can make you one

 

[queen3]

imperial state crown

i have the greatest honour in owning a fabulous hand made replica of The Imperial State Crown also The St Edwards Crown and also the Queen Victoria Diamond Colette and Earrings. I have also just acquired The George iv Tiara

 

[Duchess of Durham]

I will never be rich enough to commission or buy Diana's pearls with the sapphire choker. But, I can afford Kenneth Jay Lane's knock off. Just purchased this necklace and cannot wait to try it on.

 

[COUNTESS]

Enjoy it. It is lovely.

 

[roseroyal]

Lucky duck! That is gorgeous!

 

[Frelinghighness]

Nice! Now what to wear with it??

 

[Duchess of Durham]

Nice! Now what to wear with it??

I may just wear it around the house along with one of my tiaras. LOL

I have an event to attend towards the end of the year, may need to find a new dress to wear with the necklace.

 

[roseroyal]

You'll be the talk of the town!

 

[krcocjin]

Replica of Queen Victoria's Collet Necklace

I found a replica of Queen Victoria's Collet Necklace and Earrings on eBay and got it


Bridal Silver Metal Casting CZ Cubic Zirconia Stone Necklace Earring Set FB1 047 | eBay


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[krcocjin]

See pic
I've always been obsessed with this jewelry from QEII


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[krcocjin]

http://www.theroyalforums.com/forums/f132/royal-replicas-8831.html

Original . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . Replica
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[krcocjin]

Here's one that is a replica of QETQM's coronation collet necklace, I got it too






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[mammacats]

Nice. That necklace, even though it is costume, is so magnificent to look at, I can't imagine what it would be like to get to wear. The earrings alone would make me very happy.

I have a brooch that is a replica of Queen Victoria's sapphire and diamond pin that her beloved husband gave her as a present.
It is smaller of course, and costume, but it thrills me to no end to wear that brooch.
I would love to be able to get a replica of QEII's floral basket brooch someday.
That brooch just rocks IMO.

 

[krcocjin]

As soon as I got it, I put it on and felt fantastic, it was a bit pricey and looks real. It's weighs quite a bit too. I was thinking to myself...."so this is what it feels like" lol


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[krcocjin]

Here's another shot of QETQM coronation necklace that I got




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[krcocjin]

Here's another goodie




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