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The Edwardian Era also saw a revival of Regency styles in both gowns and jewelry, which was fortunate for when Princess Marie, a descendant of Napoleon I’s brother Lucien, wanted to showcase her heritage when marrying Prince George of Greece and Denmark in 1907. The Olive Wreath Diadem, made by Cartier, was made with 11 emeralds to signify the olive fruit that is also a symbol of Greece. She is known to have switched these gems out for rubies, on occasion, as well as diamonds, the usual form of the tiara.
