At present it seems unlikely that images of the star tiara will surface. But I never give up hope.
There are so few photos of the Countesses of Dudley wearing grand jewels available.
I would love to see one of the tiara which held the diamond which in the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century was called the "Star of South Africa" diamond.
The rubies could definitely have been reset, but I would like some additional proof.
I am more inclined to think that, at least, the ruby tiara was a new creation for Rachel, Countess of Dudley. But I have no proof -- even of the most nebulous kind.
All that I can say, at this point of time, is that the press had numerous references to the magnificence of the Dudley rubies.
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