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
King’s Award for Enterprise Reception at Buckingham Palace
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Duke and Duchess of Gloucester joined King Charles III as he hosted a Reception for winners of The King’s Awards for Enterprise at Buckingham Palace on the evening of June 27th. Continue reading
Wedding of Princess Alexandra of Greece, 1998
Baptism of Prince Albert von Thurn und Taxis, 1983
Queen in Scotland, 1953
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were in Scotland on this day 70 years ago, for a week long visit with a series of Parades, Services and Banquets, as well as a ‘Scottish Coronation’ Ceremony, as part of her Coronation Celebrations around Britain and the Commonwealth. King Charles and Queen Camilla will be in Scotland for their first post-Coronation visit next week.
Wedding of Princess Badiya bint Hassan of Jordan, 2005
Princess Margaretha’s Diamond Floral Brooch
Today marks the Anniversary of the Birth of Princess Margaretha of Sweden and Denmark, who was born on this day in 1899! The hardworking Swedish Princess who married a Danish Prince and became the beloved aunt of the Sovereigns of Belgium, Norway & Luxembourg, Princess Margaretha possessed some spectacular jewels, including this Diamond Flower Brooch!
The Princess of Wales and Roger Federer meet Wimbledon’s Ball Boys & Girls
Royal Ascot 2023 | Day 5
The British Royal Family attended the fifth day and final of races at the Ascot Racecourse on June 24th. 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
Royal and Noble Jewels at the Victoria and Albert Museum
In our visits to London over the past year, for the Platinum Jubilee, when the Queen passed away, and most recently for the Coronation, one of the highlights has been our trips to see the spectacular Royal and Noble Jewels on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, which we are featuring today!
Royal Ascot 2023 | Day 4
The British Royal Family attended the fourth day of races at the Ascot Racecourse on June 23rd. 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
Princess Maria-Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies
Royal Ascot 2023 | Day 3
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
Queen Maria of Yugoslavia’s Cartier Diamond Eagle
Today marks the Anniversary of the Death of Queen Maria of Yugoslavia, who died on this day in 1961! The Romanian Princess who married the first Yugoslavia King that was assassinated and later became the mother of the last King of Yugoslavia before spending decades in exile in the United Kingdom, Queen Maria lived a fascinating life, and possessed an intriguing jewellery collection, which included this Cartier Diamond Eagle!
Dutch State visit to Belgium | Day 2
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium are hosting King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of The Netherlands on their State Visit to Belgium from June 20th to the 22nd, which is the latest in the close relationship between the Dutch and Belgian Royal Families over decades. Continue reading