I have been working so hard lately, it’s been ridiculous, but for my treat, I bought this 1880 gilt French tiara, with paste stones original to the piece, and I got it today, tried it on, and I just leapt to the ceiling with joy.

My hair is a bit frizzy, and I am looking up at my James. Imperfections make the human being? :-) I’m wearing my grandmother’s costume jewelry that I kind of put together to make my own parure. C’est la vie, world. You may refer to auction #160199874611. I have never had a tiara like this. I am just so happy!