The Crown Jewels of Augustus II, elector of Saxony and King of Poland.
Compiled by Margaret Odrowaz-Sypniewska

the "daytime collection" buckle of Augustus II, in Emeralds and diamonds.
Augustus had over 59 pieces of emerald, trimmed with diamonds and red enamel.

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Left: The emerald, red enamel, and diamond Order of the Golden Fleece.
Right: The Emerald, ruby, and diamond Order of the White Eagle.

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Left: The Emerald and diamond sword of Augustus II.
Right: Portrait of Augustus II on a jewelled box, often given as a present to favorites of his court.

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Left: The "evening collection" of Augustus II,
This hat clasp is all in diamonds with the world's largest green emerald diamond (41 Carats).
This piece was called the "Dresden Green."
Right: The diamond and ruby Order of the White Eagle


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