Wedding Banquet of Prince Mateen of Brunei
Prince ‘Abdul Mateen of Brunei, the tenth child and fourth son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, with his second wife, Puan Mariam binti Abdul Aziz, married Anisha Rosnah binti Adam in series of spectacular ceremonies at the Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan this last week. Following the Istiadat Berbedak Pengantin Diraja (the Royal Powdering Ceremony), the Majlis Istiadat Akad Nikah Diraja (the Islamic Wedding), and the Majlis Bersanding Pengantin Diraja (Wedding Ceremony), celebrations came to a conclusion with a spectacular Majlis Persantapan Diraja (Wedding Banquet).
Princess Shova Shahi of Nepal’s Diamond Tiara
Happy Birthday to Princess Shova Shahi of Nepal, who turns 75 today! The youngest daughter of the late King Mahendra of Nepal, Princess Shova married Kumar Mohan Bahadur Shahi, and was the only survivor among her siblings of the Nepalese Royal Massacre, but today, we will be featuring her FRED Diamond Tiara!
Sotheby’s Royal & Noble | 17 January 2024
Sotheby’s is auctioning the several lots from Royal and Noble Collections in their annual Royal and Noble auction tomorrow, which includes pieces from Fonmon Castle and Glemham Hall, which we are featuring today!
Parliament Reception at Christiansborg Palace
The Danish Royal Family joined King Frederik X and Queen Mary for the Folketinget’s Celebration of their Enthronement at Christiansborg Palace on January 15th, the day after the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II and the Proclamation of King Frederik X. Continue reading
Princess Michael’s Art Deco Pearl Necklace
Happy Birthday to Princess Michael of Kent, who turns 79 today ! One of the most flamboyant members of the extended Royal Family, Princess Michael possesses a remarkable collection of heirloom royal jewels and some modern acquisitions, which includes this spectacular Art Deco Pearl Necklace!
Star of the South Diamond
Happy Birthday to Sheikha Moza bint Nasser of Qatar, who turns 65 today! The influential reformer and glamorous fashion icon who is the wife of the former and mother of the current Emir of Qatar, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser has worn several spectacular jewels, including the legendary Star of the South Diamond!
Proclamation of King Frederik X of Denmark
King Frederik X was proclaimed the King of Denmark on the Balcony of Christiansborg Palace on January 14th, following the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark after a 52-year Reign. The proclamation was followed by a Carriage Procession back to Amalienborg Palace.
Abdication of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark is abdicating the Danish Throne in a Council of State at Christiansborg Palace on January 14th, after a Reign of 52-years. She will be succeeded by Crown Prince Frederik, who becomes King Frederik X.
Wedding of Prince Mateen of Brunei
Prince ‘Abdul Mateen of Brunei, the tenth child and fourth son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, with his second wife, Puan Mariam binti Abdul Aziz, is marrying Anisha Rosnah binti Adam in series of spectacular ceremonies at the Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan this week.
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Engagement of Crown Prince Akihito of Japan, 1959
The Japanese Imperial Court announced the Engagement of Crown Prince Akihito of Japan and Michiko Shoda in Tokyo on this day in 1959, 65 years ago, which was the first marriage between a Commoner and the Heir to the Chrysanthemum Throne in centuries.
Danish Royal Family’s Portrait Orders
There has been much speculation in recent months about the Royal Family Order of King Charles III, but when Crown Prince Frederik becomes King Frederik X on the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark tomorrow, following a 52-year Reign, we can now also await the new King’s Order Portrait ’Ordensportrættet’.
Princess Patricia’s Maple Leaf Brooch
Today marks the 50th Anniversary of the Death of Princess Patricia of Connaught / Lady Patricia Ramsay, who died on this day in 1974! The granddaughter of Queen Victoria who gave up her title to marry a Scottish Earl’s son and was the aunt of Swedish and Danish Sovereigns, Lady Patricia possessed many splendid jewels, including today’s Maple Leaf Brooch!
Order of the Elephant
When Crown Prince Frederik becomes King Frederik X on the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark this Sunday, he will also become the Sovereign of the 330 year-old Order of the Elephant ‘Elefantordenen’, the highest Danish Honour, which we are featuring today!
How to Find Affordable Moissanite Engagement Rings without Compromising Quality
The Jewels of the Queens of Denmark
When Crown Prince Frederik becomes King Frederik X on the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark this Sunday, Crown Princess Mary will receive the spectacular Heirloom Jewels reserved for the exclusive use of the Queens of Denmark!
Wedding Celebrations of Prince ‘Abdul Mateen of Brunei and Anisha Rosnah binti Adam
Prince ‘Abdul Mateen of Brunei, the tenth child and fourth son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, with his second wife, Puan Mariam binti Abdul Aziz, married Anisha Rosnah binti Adam in series of spectacular ceremonies at the Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan this last week. Following the Istiadat Berbedak Pengantin Diraja (the Royal Powdering Ceremony), the Majlis Istiadat Akad Nikah Diraja (the Islamic Wedding), and the Majlis Bersanding Pengantin Diraja (Wedding Ceremony), celebrations came to a conclusion with a spectacular Majlis Persantapan Diraja (Wedding Banquet).
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Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte’s Sapphire Necklace Tiara
Today marks the Anniversary of the Death of Grand Duchess Joséphine-Charlotte of Luxembourg, who passed away on this day in 2005! The Belgian Princess who became the consort of the world’s only Grand Duchy, to mark the anniversary, we are featuring her Sapphire Necklace Tiara!
Royal Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria, 1944
Princess of Wales’ Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Suite
Happy Birthday to the Princess of Wales, who turns 42 today! The future Queen has worn a plethora of Royal Heirlooms over the years, which we covered in our series on the Jewels of the Princess of Wales, but today we are featuring her striking Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Suite!