Norwegian State Visit to Japan, 1983
The Japanese Imperial Family hosted King Olav V of Norway on his State Visit to Japan on this day in 1983, which was the first visit between the two countries since the end of the Second World War, when both nations fought on opposing sides. This State Visit was followed by the next Norwegian State Visit to Japan in 2001, while there was a Japanese State Visit to Norway in 2005.
Concert at the Royal Festival Hall, 1953
King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Mansion House
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are attending a Reception and Dinner at Mansion House in London on the evening of October 18th, held by the City of London in honour of their Coronation. The King attended the reception to uphold the tradition of visiting the City of London during the Coronation year. Continue reading
Sotheby’s Noble & Private Collections | 18 October 2023
Spectacular Heirlooms of the Wied Princely Family from the collection of Princess Marie zu Wied, the Dowager Hereditary Duchess of Württemberg are going on Auction at the Sotheby’s ‘Noble & Private Collections’ Sale in Cologne today!
Portuguese State Visit to Belgium
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium are hosting the President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of the Republic of Portugal on a State Visit to Belgium from October 16 to 19, at the invitation of the Belgian Government to celebrate and build diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, under the themes of digitalization, innovation and energy. The Belgian King and Queen went on a State Visit to Portugal in 2018.
The Jewels of Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, Duchess of Saxe-Coburg und Gotha and Edinburgh
Today marks the 170th Anniversary of the Birth of Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, Duchess of Saxe-Coburg und Gotha and Edinburgh, who was born on this day in 1853! The imperious Romanov Grand Duchess who became Queen Victoria’s daughter-in-law and the Consort of a Sovereign German Duke, the Tsar’s only daughter came to England with a spectacular jewellery collection which became the source of family strife!
British State Visit to Spain, 1988
King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain hosted the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh on their State Visit to Spain on this day in 1988, which was the first (and so far only) British State Visit to Spain, while they Queen had hosted the Spanish State Visit to Britain in 1986 as well as a State Visit to Britain in 2017, though the Spanish Royal Family hosted the Prince and Princess of Wales on Holiday through the 1980s.
The Jewels of Queen Farida of Egypt
Today marks the 35th Anniversary of the Death of Queen Farida of Egypt, who passed away on this day in 1988! The Aristocratic Schoolgirl who became the second last Egyptian Queen and then an artist after her divorce due to the lack of a male heir, throughout her ten-year tenure as the Egyptian Queen Consort, Queen Farida wore some splendid jewels, which we are rounding up today!
Queen’s Cecil Beaton Portraits, 1968
The Queen posed for a series of iconic portraits taken by the famed photographer Cecil Beaton at Buckingham Palace on this day in 1968, 55 years ago, an unreleased shot of which was shared by the Royal Family to mark the first Anniversary of her passing last month. Continue reading
Prince Christian of Denmark’s 18th Birthday
Prince Christian of Denmark is celebrating his 18th Birthday today, which is being marked with an appearance on the Balcony of Amalienborg Palace and a Gala Dinner at Christiansborg Palace as well as a meeting of the Council of State to be held in November. The eldest child of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary, Prince Christian is second-in-line to the Danish throne.
Dutch State Visit to Thailand, 1963
King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit of Thailand hosted Queen Juliana, Prince Bernhard and Crown Princess Beatrix of The Netherlands on their State Visit to Thailand on this day in 1963, 60 years ago, which came after the State Visit to Iran in 1963, as a response to the Thai State Visit to The Netherlands in 1960.
Wedding of the Duchess of Medinaceli
Royal and Noble Guests from around Europe have gathered in Jerez de la Frontera to celebrate the Wedding of Princess Victoria of Hohenlohe-Langenburg, the 20th Duchess of Medinaceli and Maxime Corneille on October 14th, with a bitter property dispute preventing the Duchess from marrying in any of the spectacular family residences of which she is Head. The Duchess of Medinaceli is the world’s most titled Aristocrat, with around 43 recognised titles. Continue reading
Noor-ul-Ain Tiara
Happy Birthday to Empress Farah of Iran, who turns 85 today! The Shah’s third wife who became an influential global fashion Icon and the last Empress of a 2,500 year-old Empire, Empress Farah once possessed a spectacular historic jewellery collection, the highlight of which was the Noor-ul-Ain Tiara!
Empress Maria Feodorovna’s Sapphire Brooch
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!
Spanish National Day 2023
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. Continue reading
Medinaceli Ducal Coronet
This weekend, Princess Victoria of Hohenlohe-Langenburg, the 20th Duchess of Medinaceli will be marrying Maxime Corneille. The world’s most titled Aristocrat, with around 43 recognised titles, who is the Head of the illustrious noble House of Medinaceli, the Duchess would have been expected to be wearing the magnificent Medinaceli Ducal Coronet!
Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko in Spain, 1973
Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko of Japan made an Official Visit to Spain on this day in 1973, 50 years ago, where they were received by Prince Juan Carlos and Princess Sofia on behalf of General France. Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko visited Spain again in 1985, and made a State Visit to Spain (as Emperor and Empress) in 1994.
Grand Duchess Joséphine Charlotte’s Art Deco Sapphire Necklace
Today marks the 95th Anniversary of the Birth of the late Grand Duchess Joséphine-Charlotte of Luxembourg, who was born on this day in 1927! The Belgian Princess who became the consort of the world’s only Grand Duchy, to mark the anniversary, we are featuring her Art Deco Sapphire Necklace Tiara!
Imperial Conference Banquet at Buckingham Palace, 1923
