Today marks the 95th Anniversary of the Death of Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna of Russia, who passed away on this day in 1928! The Danish Princess who married the Russian Tsar and became the mother of the tragic last Tsar, the Empress possessed a spectacular collection of jewels, with one of the most iconic pieces being her Sapphire and Pearl Brooch!
The Royal Family attended the annual Sunday Service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral Castle on September 3rd, during their annual stay on the Balmoral Estate in the Scottish Highlands, where this year, they will mark the first anniversary of the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II. Continue reading
The Royal Family attended the annual Sunday Service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral Castle on August 27th, during their annual stay on the Balmoral Estate in the Scottish Highlands, where this year, they will mark the first anniversary of the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II .
Happy Birthday to the Princess Royal, who turns 73 today! The only daughter of the late Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, and one of the most hardworking members of the family, Princess Anne has amassed quite a large jewellery collection, the highlight of which is her Diamond Festoon Tiara, which made its public debut 50 years ago today!
The Prince and Princess of Wales, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland, joined King Charles III and Queen Camilla for the National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication, as well as the presentation of the Honours of Scotland, at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh on July 5t, to mark the Coronation, similar to a ceremony held for the late Queen in 1953. Continue reading
The Princess Royal joined King Charles III and Queen Camilla as they hosted a Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on July 4th, on their first visit to Scotland following their Coronation in May. There are usually four annual Garden Parties hosted by the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace and the Palace of Holyrood House for around 30,000 guests yearly, as well as a few special others, including one at Hillsborough Castle this year.
The British Royal Family attended the third day of races at the Ascot Racecourse on June 22nd. Royal Ascot is a permanent fixture on the British Royal Family’s June calendar and the late Queen attended all five days of the horse-racing event for over 70 years. This year, Royal Ascot follows Order of the Garter Service, Trooping the Colour and the Coronation. Continue reading
The British Royal Family attended the second day of races at the Ascot Racecourse on June 21st. Royal Ascot is a permanent fixture on the British Royal Family’s June calendar and the late Queen attended all five days of the horse-racing event for over 70 years. This year, Royal Ascot follows Order of the Garter Service, Trooping the Colour and the Coronation. Continue reading
