Portugal

State acquires Queen D. Amelia bracelet for more than 220 thousand euros

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Briefings

The Portuguese state acquired a bracelet belonging to Queen Dona Amélia of Orleães for 220,320 euros at a Sotheby's auction in Geneva. The bracelet features a 27.38-carat Colombian emerald surrounded by diamonds, originally part of the queen's collection before being passed to her niece and later sold by her granddaughter. The Ministry of Culture confirmed the purchase and will decide with the public museum when the item becomes state heritage.

Key points

• The Portuguese state purchased a bracelet belonging to Queen Dona Amélia of Orleães for 220,320 euros at a Sotheby's auction in Geneva.
• The bracelet features a 27.38-carat Colombian emerald surrounded by diamonds, originally part of the queen's collection before being passed to her niece and later sold by her granddaughter.

Context

This acquisition occurred in November 2026 following a Sotheby's auction in Geneva where the bracelet was sold for 220,320 euros. The Ministry of Culture confirmed the purchase and will decide with the public museum when the item becomes state heritage.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the bracelet acquisition; no details on the bracelet's origin, the queen's death, or the specific auction catalog are provided.

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