Royal Charity Polo Cup 2023
Wedding Gifts of Queen Mary
Princess May of Teck received Seven Tiaras, Fifteen Necklaces, Twenty-Six Bracelets, and Forty-Four Brooches among the 130 spectacular pieces of Jewellery given by Family, Friends, Cities, Institutions and Counties from various parts of the United Kingdom and the British Empire when she married her late fiancé’s brother, the future King George V, in the Chapel Royal of St. James’s Palace on this day 130 years ago.
Princess of Girona Foundation Awards 2023
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 2023 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. Continue reading
Coronation Service at St Giles’ Cathedral
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
Orléans Sapphire and Pearl Tiara
Today marks the 20th Anniversary of the Death of Madame, The Countess of Paris, who passed away on this day in 2003! The French-born Brazilian Princess who was the Consort of the Head of the House of Orléans for over sixty years and the mother of eleven illustriously married children, the Countess possessed some spectacular heirlooms, which included the Orléans Sapphire and Pearl Tiara!
Honours of Scotland
King Charles III will be presented with the Honours of Scotland during a ‘Scottish Coronation’ Service of Thanksgiving at St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh today, following the Coronation at Westminster Abbey in May. The oldest surviving Crown Jewels in the British Isles, the Honours of Scotland, Seudan a’ Chrùin Albannaich in Gaelic, are usually on display at Edinburgh Castle but will have a leading role in today’s Ceremony, so we are featuring them today!
Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse
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.
Queen Sonja’s Modern Gold Tiara
Happy Birthday to Queen Sonja of Norway, who turns 86 today! The artistic commoner who became the first Norwegian-born Queen of Norway, Queen Sonja’s jewellery collection includes a nice mix of heirloom jewels and modern acquisitions, among them is her versatile Modern Gold Tiara!
Douglas Floral Tiara
Happy 30th Anniversary to Hereditary Prince Alois and Hereditary Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein, who got married on this day in 1993! The Bavarian Duchess wore a Swedish Aristocratic Heirloom to marry the Heir to the small Alpine Principality, which we are featuring today!
Queen in Northern Ireland, 1953
Wedding of Ángel Colón de Mandaluniz, Duke of La Vega
King Olav V of Norway’s Birthday Celebrations
Today marks the 120th Anniversary of the Birth of the late King Olav V of Norway, who as born on this day in 1903! The son of a Danish Prince & a British Princess who became the Norwegian Chief of Defence during WWII and then the beloved ‘People’s King’, King Olav’s birthday was lavishly celebrated over the years, with a series of lavish Banquets and glittering Gala Performances in Oslo.
Queen in Canada, 1973
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were on a two-week Tour of Canada on this day in 1973, 50 years ago, to celebrate the Centenary of Prince Edward Island’s entry into Confederation, the Tercentenary of the City of Kingston, and the Centennial of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The Queen and Duke were back in Canada later that month for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 1973.
Princess Diana’s Diamond and Pearl Earrings
Today marks the Anniversary of the birth of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, who was born on this day in 1961. The Earl’s daughter who became the Princess of Wales and one of the most iconic (and tragic) women of the last century, the Princess passed a spectacular jewellery collection, which included these Diamond and Pearl Earrings!
Le Bal at the Palace of Versailles, 1960
Countess of Frederiksborg’s Sapphire Necklace
Happy Birthday to the Countess of Frederiksborg, who turns 59 today! The former wife of Prince Joachim of Denmark, who remains close the the Danish Royal Family after their divorce, Countess Alexandra has retained the Alexandrine Drop Tiara, as well as other jewels she received during her marring, including this Sapphire and Diamond Necklace!
Wedding of Princess Caroline of Monaco, 1978
Animal Ball at Lancaster House
King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended the Animal Ball at Lancaster House in London to the 20th anniversary of wildlife conservation charity Elephant Family, which was established by the Queen’s late brother Mark Shand in 2003. This year’s annual Animal Ball was a celebration of indigenous communities, hosted by the Elephant Family in partnership with the British Asian Trust. Continue reading
Coronation of Queen Victoria, 1838
Wedding of the Duke of Devonshire, 1967
