King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the Awarding of the 2024 Planeta Novel Prize during the Literary Dinner held at the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya in Barcelona on the evening of October 15th.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain were joined by the Princess of Asturias for the Spanish National Day Celebrations on October 12th in Madrid. Traditionally referred to as the Día de la Hispanidad, the La Fiesta Nacional de España commemorates the discovery of the Americas by Christopher Columbus for Spain on 12 October 1492.
Happy Birthday to Queen Letizia of the Spain, who is celebrating her 52nd Birthday today! For the past decade, the Queen has been the main wearer of the historic pieces from the Spanish Jewel Vault, while also showcasing pieces from her own personal collection. On special occasions, Her Majesty has also borrowed some pieces from her mother-in-law, Queen Sofia, including the Diamond Bow Brooch we are featuring today!
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain led Spanish High Society at the Funeral of Alejandro Fernández de Araoz at the Iglesia San Francisco de Borja in Madrid on September 9th, following the Funeral of Juan Gómez-Acebo, Viscount of La Torre.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain led the Spanish Royal Family at the Funeral of Juan Gómez-Acebo, Viscount of La Torre at the Iglesia Catedral de las Fuerzas Armadas in Madrid on September 8th, almost a month after his death from cancer in Palma de Mallorca on August 12th.
Royal Guests and Heads of State are attending the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics on the River Seine on July 26th, following a Gala Dinner at the Louvre and a Reception hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Royal Guests and Heads of State attended the Gala Dinner hosted by the International Olympic Committee and the French President at the Louvre in Paris on July 25th, on the eve of the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony.
Today marks the Anniversary of the Birth of Queen María Cristina of Spain, who was born on this day in 1858! The Austrian Archduchess, from the Habsburg-Teschen branch, who become the second wife of King Alfonso XII before serving as Spain’s Regent for 17 years after his premature death, ‘Doña Virtudes’ was known for her strong religious beliefs, austerity and staidness. Despite that, Her Majesty had a great interest in jewellery, amassing a splendid collection comprising, among many others, a stunning Pearl and Diamond Brooch which we are featuring today!
The Princess of Asturias, who also holds the title of Princess of Girona, was joined by King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Infanta Sofia for the 2024 Princess of Girona Foundation Awards Ceremony in Girona. The Princess of Girona Awards are given in the categories of Arts and Letters, Business, Scientific Research and the Social field, for young people who stand out for a brilliant, constant and determined career, which contributes value and with the clear will to induce changes in our society, through cooperation and effort.
Infanta Sofia joined King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain as they presided over the ceremony of delivery of Dispatches and appointments to the new officers of the Army, including the Princess of Asturias, who have completed their training at the Academia General Militar in Zaragoza.
The Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofia joined King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the King’s Accession to the Spanish Throne at the Royal Palace of Madrid on June 19th.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are hosting King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain on their State Visit to The Netherlands on April 17th and 16th, which is the latest in a long series of meetings between the two Royal Families in recent decades.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are hosting King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain on their State Visit to The Netherlands on April 17th and 16th, which is the latest in a long series of meetings between the two Royal Families in recent decades.
Today marks the 55th Anniversary of the Death of Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain, who passed away on this day in 1969! Queen Ena had a splendid jewellery collection, full of family heirlooms and contemporary acquisitions and commissions. Many of her jewels remain with the Spanish Royal Family, and are now worn by Queen Sofia and Queen Letizia, such as her spectacular Diamond Rivière, which we are featuring today!
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain led the Spanish Royal Family at the Funeral Mass for Fernando Gómez-Acebo at the Iglesia Catedral Castrense in Madrid on April 8th, just days after attending the Wedding of Teresa Urquijo y Moreno and José Luis Martínez-Almeida.
Royal Guests and Relatives from around Europe joined the Greek Royal Family at a Thanksgiving Service for the life of the late King Constantine II of Greece at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle on February 27th. King Constantine II passed away in January 2023, and was buried in the Royal Cemetery at Tatoi Palace following a Service at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Athens. Continue reading
Today marks the 95th Anniversary of the Death of Queen María Cristina of Spain, who passed away on this day in 1929! The Austrian Archduchess who become the second wife of King Alfonso XII before serving as Spain’s Regent for 17 years after his premature death, ‘Doña Virtudes’ was known for her strong religious beliefs, austerity and staidness. Despite that, she had a great interest in jewellery, possessing a splendid collection that was highlighted by this spectacular Loop Tiara!
Following Pascua Militar Ceremony at the Royal Palace of Madrid, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the annual Reception for members of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Kingdom of Spain on January 31st. Continue reading
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain were joined by the Princess of Asturias as they presided over the traditional Pascua Militar Ceremony at the Royal Palace of Madrid on January 6th. Pascua Militar marks the beginning of the military year and a Spanish National holiday; Epiphany. Continue reading
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain were joined by the Princess of Asturias as they presided over the Solemn Opening Ceremony of the XV Legislature, a joint session of Parliament, Congress of Deputies and Senate, at the Palacio de las Cortes in Madrid on November 29th, a month after the Princess’ 18th Birthday Celebrations.
