ALDERSBERG RELICS

[zuziee 3212]

 

 

Written by 

Austina P. Aldersberg

On the 12th day The Sun's Smile of 1889 A.H.

Aldersberg’s greatest achievements comes from the upkeep and care of important relics of past Princesses, Queens, and Empresses. The family's main job is to protect and showcase their collection of highly valuable jewels so the history of the objects are not simply forgotten to time. 

 

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The Furnestock Tiara

An exceptionally beautiful tiara boasting a grand design and rich history dating back to the Johannian dynasty. The tiara was detailed with numerous grandiose arches upon a base of shining white gold which was originally mined in the duel mines of Istira in Vailor. The tiara’s curvature reflects leaves in a laurel pattern across the brow with the front surface of the headpiece being encrusted with shining diamonds of utmost clarity. Suspended at the peak of the tiara to sit above the eyebrows is a large oval cut ruby of a deep wine red hue. Originally commissioned for the Empress Julia of Furnestock by her husband, John III. 

 

Kaedreni Tiara of Ves

This delicate tiara was originally created for Queen Annabelle of Castor, the first Queen-Consort of the Commonwealth of Kaedrin and was intended to be a gift to her by her husband Adrian I upon the Empire’s victory in the Rubern War. Alas it was not meant to be as Annabel of Castor died in her husband’s arms in 1736 from an assassin’s javelin at the height of the war. The architecture of the tiara had been created from sparkling white Kaedreni gold that had been carefully wrought into thin endlessly wrapping strings to form the arms that would snap behind the wearer’s ears to hold it upon one's head. Along the arms of the tiara are hundreds of circular cut diamond studs that were carefully embedded into the white gold. Along the brow of the tiara are six oval cut Vesnian rubies that are spaced out across each side of the front of the tiara with the centerpiece being a truly magnificent cushion cut diamond of unmatched clarity. The tiara polished to perfection so it would glimmer in moonlight, but sparkle in sunlight. 

 

The Osterland Tiara

A stunning yet fragile tiara of immense detail and the highest quality of craftsmanship and materials. Made up of a single band crafted from shining Azor gold that is to be played atop the crest of one’s head. It consists of a central wire spread across the length of the tiara upon which an alternating pattern of circular and square cut diamonds are inset into the gold. Each gemstone is infinitely clear with no cloudiness and perfectly faceted. The tiara also featured numerous milky white pearls evenly spaced and suspended upon the ends of holded pillars protruding slightly up from the band of the tiara. Gifted as an extravagant accessory to the first Countess of Aldersberg, Henrietta Maria. 

 

Sunholdt’s Ruby Tiara

An ethereal tiara that spun upwards to support a hulking ruby situated at the crown of the wearer's head. The tiara was crafted of the finest of Selm gold which gave it a shimmering look for Selm gold sparkles like waves in sunlight. The princess-cut ruby at the top was delicately inlaid into the metal frame. The origin of this tiara comes from Almaris where it was gifted from Duke Peter Baldwin to his wife, Princess Tatiana. This tiara is fit for any descendant of Sunholdt and showcases the family's wealth, power, and prosperity. 

 

The Circlet of the Last Orenian Empress

Gathered off the bloody head of Empress, Lucia of Azor, and polished to perfection, the circlet of the Last Empress is a fashionable and rare relic. The circlet was designed by the Duke of Azor for his favorite daughter to fit around her small head, making it impossible for most individuals other than her to don. It was made out of Azor metal and has no gems in it to represent the wearer's pious devotion to god and that one does not need excessive finery to still be seen as royalty. However, more aurum was added to create the silhouette of a pointed crown with six spikes that curve upwards from the main base. 

 

d’Arkent Astercalia Circlet

Forged in 1855, this pure Sunholdt Gold Circlet is made with superior detail to most like it, holding grape vines from the vineyards of Sunholdt, with the rare, wild roses that grow in the Dukedom. Encrusted with rare Selm Diamonds from below the castle in Arcas, accented by rare red Quietus crystals. The gems have been carefully shaped to dot the grapes on the vine, and even create the appearance of leaves on some of the roses. Designed for the debut of Anne Josephine, sister to the Duke of Sunholdt. A brief red glow would follow the Quietus crystals as one walks. A piece to be passed down in the family for each girl’s debut. Designed by Vespira L. Valued at 1,056 Mina.

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Descriptions by PrincessSnowie + zuziee

Head bases by Amyselia

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[seannie 6832]

Having been delivered the latest publication of Aldersberg, Charles, a surviving member of the aforementioned Johannian Horens, raises a brow at the sudden 'resurfacing' of one of his family's possessions, namely the one relevant to Furnestock - his interest evidently piqued. He turns to the nearby Daelish, Ruadh, "I'm not entirely one for women's fashion, but this has to be considered some sort of obscure theft, no?" @LithiumSedai

[Dogged 2128]

6 minutes ago, seannie said:

Having been delivered the latest publication of Aldersberg, Charles, a surviving member of the aforementioned Johannian Horens, raises a brow at the sudden 'resurfacing' of one of his family's possessions, namely the one relevant to Furnestock - his interest evidently piqued. He turns to the nearby Daelish, Ruadh, "I'm not entirely one for women's fashion, but this has to be considered some sort of obscure theft, no?"

“I do believe House Joannes to be the rightful owner cousin.” Joseph chimes in as they share a drink at the tavern in Minitz

[zuziee 3212]

31 minutes ago, seannie said:

"I'm not entirely one for women's fashion, but this has to be considered some sort of obscure theft, no?"

Austina rubs her hands together connivingly.

[LithiumSedai 4835]

9 hours ago, seannie said:

Having been delivered the latest publication of Aldersberg, Charles, a surviving member of the aforementioned Johannian Horens, raises a brow at the sudden 'resurfacing' of one of his family's possessions, namely the one relevant to Furnestock - his interest evidently piqued. He turns to the nearby Daelish, Ruadh, "I'm not entirely one for women's fashion, but this has to be considered some sort of obscure theft, no?" @LithiumSedai

"Gie it back, ye villains!" cried the last Daelishman known as Roy Mor, already brandishing his claymore in the event any Novellen whelps needed to be shortened for a head...