Diamond RingĪ Diamond Ring, from the late 18th/early 19th century, set with a rose diamond in a foiled, closed back setting, the mount engraved with a scroll pattern, is the property of a Princess. Malachite and Gold BraceletĪ Malachite and Gold Bracelet, probably Russian, set with three malachite cameos in a surround of openwork, foliate design circa 1840, also belonged to Princess Pauline zu Wied, née Württemberg, and spouse of the Prince zu Wied and thence by descent to Duchess Marie von Württemberg. Nose Soft, sweet stone fruits and vanilla are followed by the typical spearmint that you get from high rye mashbills. This 16 year rye is bottled at 90 proof and is available nationally for around 55. The Pin originated from Princess Pauline zu Wied and thence by descent to Duchess Marie von Württemberg. This remarkably smooth and layered whisky is hand selected from our reserve stock, revealing its noble roots with every sip. Natural Pearl and Diamond Stick PinĪ Natural Pearl and Diamond Stick Pin, from the mid-19th century, which is set with a slightly baroque drop-shaped natural pearl, capped by rose diamonds. Property of Duchess Marie Von WürttembergĪ Swiss yellow Gold, Diamond and Pearl-set Bracelet Watch, circa 1880 , which belonged to Princess Pauline zu Wied, née Württemberg, daughter of King William II of Württemberg and Princess Marie of Waldeck and Pyrmont, and spouse of the Prince zu Wied and thence by descent to Duchess Marie von Württemberg.Īccording to family tradition this watch indeed was worn by Princess Pauline (see above and image), who displayed rather ‘firm’ wrists as also indicated by the largesse of the watch’s bracelet. Princess Marie zu Wied, the Dowager Hereditary Duchess of Württemberg is widow of the late Hereditary Duke Friedrich of Württemberg and the mother of the current Duke of Württemberg, who is currently downsizing from her home at Schloss Friedrichshafen, and is thus auctioning heirlooms from her own Wied Princely Family. Vital Stats: ABV 45 or 90 proof 100 barley (85 unmalted, 15 malted) 79.99 750ml No age statement, blend of whiskies all aged at least 5 years. (image via Crown Royal) Tasting Notes: Crown Royal Noble Collection Barley Edition. Sotheby’s Noble & Private Collections | 18 October 2023 We review Crown Royal Noble Collection Barley Edition, a limited edition Canadian whisky made from 100 barley. Spectacular Heirlooms of the Wied Princely Family from the collection of Princess Marie zu Wied, the Dowager Hereditary Duchess of Württemberg are going on Auction at the Sotheby’s ‘Noble & Private Collections’ Sale in Cologne today!
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