Today in Royal History | October 13
The Death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand in 2016
The 53rd Birthday of Princess Margarita of Bourbon-Parma, Countess of Colorno
[Princess Irene’s Ruby Earrings]
The 53rd Birthday of Prince Jaime of Bourbon-Parma, Count of Bardi
The Death of Empress Maria Feodorovna of Russia in 1928
[Empress Maria Feodorovna’s Pearl Wave Tiara | Pearl Drop Tiara | Maria Feodorovna’s Sapphire Bandeau | Russian Imperial Diamond Necklace | Sapphire Choker | Pearl Brooch | Pearl Earrings | Russian Sapphire Cluster Brooch | Diamond Pendant | Diamond Bar Brooch | Sapphire and Pearl Brooch | Sapphire Brooch]
The Birth of Gladys, Duchess of Marlborough in 1877
[Empress Maria Feodorovna’s Pearl Drop Tiara]
The Wedding of the King of Bhutan in 2011
The Wedding of the Duchess of Alba in 1947
The Danish State Visit to Norway in 1992
Royal Family at the Badminton Horse Trials 1975
Gala at the Teatro Real in Madrid in 1966
The Danish State Visit to the United States in 1960
Princess Grace in Paris in 1959
Spanish National Day 2025
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain were joined by the Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofia 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.
Wedding of Infante Juan, Count of Barcelona and Princess María de las Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies
Royal Guests and Relatives celebrated the Wedding of Infante Juan, Count of Barcelona and Princess María de las Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies at the Basilica of Santa María de Los Ángeles in Rome on this day in 1935, 90 years ago, followed by an Audience with the Pope at the Vatican.
Today in Royal History | October 12
The Birth of Queen Elisabeth of Greece in 1894
[Greek Emerald Parure | Queen Marie of Romania’s Cartier Pearl Tiara | Cartier Sapphire Necklace]
The Wedding of Princess Eugenie in 2018
[Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara | Official Wedding Photos]
The Wedding of Infanta Margarita of Spain in 1972
King and Queen of Malaysia at Buckingham Palace in 2022
Royal British Legion Centenary Service at Westminster Abbey in 2021
Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary in Japan in 2017
Singapore State Visit to Norway in 2016
The Danish State Visit to France in 1978
Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko in Spain in 1973
Princess Elizabeth in Ottawa in 1951
Spanish National Day
[2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024]
Jewels of the Countess of Airlie on Auction
There are many striking antique Jewels coming up for Auction this Autumn. This month, the magnificent Airlie Tiara is among the Jewels of the late Countess of Airlie coming on the market in Lyon & Turnbull’s London Jewellery Sale on October 22nd, which we were graciously able to view earlier this week!
Wedding Gifts of the Countess of Barcelona
Around this time in 1935 — exactly 90 years ago — Princess María de las Mercedes of Borbón and Orléans married the Prince of Asturias at the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and of the Martyrs in Rome. Among the dozens of magnificent wedding gifts she received were many treasured family heirlooms, passed down to her by her uncle and father-in-law, King Alfonso XIII.
Today in Royal History | October 11
The 56th Birthday of Prince Constantjin on The Netherlands
The Death of Princess Dagmar of Denmark, Mrs Castenskjold in 1961
The Birth of Grand Duchess Joséphine Charlotte of Luxembourg in 1927
[Empire Tiara | Belgian Scroll Tiara | Chaumet Emerald Tiara | Grand Duchess Adélaïde Tiara | Chaumet Choker Tiara | Diamond Floral Tiara | Emerald Peacock Tiara | Luxembourg Aquamarine Tiara | Congo Diamond Necklace Tiara | Diamond Earrings | Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Suite | Floral Diamond Necklace | Sapphire Necklace Tiara | Sapphire Bracelet Tiara | Art Deco Sapphire Necklace | Princess Ingeborg’s Pearl Brooch | Pearl Negligee Brooch | Antique Emerald Earrings | Luxembourg Royal Tiaras]
The Wedding of King Ludwig I of Bavaria in 1810
The Dutch State Visit to Sweden in 2022
Norwegian Opening of Parliament 2021
Norwegian State Visit to China in 2018
Dutch State Visit to Portugal 2017 | Day 2
Duchess of Cambridge in The Netherlands in 2016
The Belgian State Visit to Japan in 2016
Banquet on Royal Yacht Britannia in 1989
The 400th Anniversary of the Reformation of Scotland in 1960
The Danish State Banquet at the Royal Palace of Stockholm in 1947
Imperial Conference Banquet at Buckingham Palace in 1923
Joyas de Pasar Pearl Necklace
Today marks the 195th Anniversary of the birth of Queen Isabella II of Spain, who was born on this day in 1830! The eldest child of King Fernando VII and his wife and niece, Maria Cristina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, she ascended the throne at the tender age of 3, her reign earning her the title of the “queen of sad fates” due to the political turmoil and challenges that ultimately led to her exile in Paris following the Glorious Revolution of 1868. To commemorate her birthday, we are highlighting one of her most important surviving heirlooms, the Joyas de Pasar Pearl Necklace!
Wedding Gala of Infante Juan, Count of Barcelona and Princess María de las Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies
Royal Guests and Relatives celebrated the Wedding of Infante Juan and Princess María de las Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies with a grand Gala at the Grand Hotel in Rome on this day in 1935, 90 years ago, two days before the Wedding!
Today in Royal History | October 10
The Birth of Queen Isabella II of Spain in 1830
[Diamond Star Tiara | Emerald Flower Tiara | Castillos y Leones Tiara | Joyas de Pasar Pearl Necklace | Emerald Suite | Joyas de Pasar]
The Wedding of Georgina Wernher and Harold Phillips in 1944
Rembrandt-Velázquez Exhibition at the Rijksmuseum in 2019
Prince Harry and Ed Sheeran on World Mental Health Day 2019
Iceland Independence Centenary Concert in 2018
The Dutch State Visit to Portugal in 2017
World Mental Health Day Reception at Buckingham Palace in 2017
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry on World Mental Health Day in 2016
The Japanese State Banquet at the Royal Palace of Madrid in 1994
The Christening of Princess Theodora of Greece in 1983
Fiji Independence Celebration in 1970
The Royal Film Premiere of ‘Me and the Colonel’ in 1958
The Christening of Queen Anne Marie of Greece in 1946
Sotheby’s Fine Jewelry & Watches | 9 October 2025
There are many striking antique Jewels coming up for Auction this Autumn, with a Diamond Bandeau, Brooches, a pair of Earrings and collections of Jewels from a Noble Family on Auction at the Sotheby’s Fine Jewelry & Watches Sale in Milan!
90 Facts about the Duke of Kent
Happy Birthday to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, who turns 90 today! The longest-serving duke in British history, who served as Special Representative for International Trade and Investment and presented the Wimbledon Trophies for over 50 years , today, we are featuring 90 Facts about the Duke of Kent on his 90th Birthday!
Today in Royal History | October 9
The 90th Birthday of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent
[90 Facts about the Duke of Kent]
The Assassination of King Alexander of Yugoslavia in 1934
The Death of Grand Duke of Hesse in 1937
The Wedding of the Prince of Schaumburg-Lippe in 2021
The Wedding of King Hamad of Bahrain in 1968
The Wedding of Princess Xenia Georgievna of Russia in 1921
King Philippe has lunch with Princess Delphine in 2020
Norwegian Opening of Parliament 2017
Crown Prince Haakon’s Confirmation in 1988
The Dutch State Visit to Spain in 1985
The Swedish State Visit to Norway in 1974
Ugandan Independence Celebrations in 1962
Wedding of Cayetano Martínez de Irujo, Duke of Arjona
The House of Alba led the Spanish Nobility at the Wedding of Cayetano Martínez de Irujo, Duke of Arjona and Bárbara Mirjan at the Iglesia del Cristo de los Gitanos in Seville on October 4th.
Today in Royal History | October 8
The Death of Sir Alexander Ramsay in 1972
The 87th Birthday of Countess Madeleine Kogevinas
[Countess Madeleine Kogevinas’ Tiara | Diamond Bracelet Bandeau | Sapphire Suite]
The Birth of Countess Ruth of Rosenborg in 1924
[Princess Viggo’s Garnet Kokoshnik Tiara | Opal Tiara | Princess Ingeborg’s Turquoise Star Tiara | Diamond Tiara | Lava Parure | Diamond Floral Brooch]
The Birth of King Zog I of Albania in 1895
The Wedding of Crown Prince Leka of Albania in 2016
The Wedding of Viscount Linley and the Hon. Serena Stanhope in 1993
The Wedding of the Count of Quintanilla and Princess Teresa zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn in 1973
Opening Ceremony of the Royal Military Academy in 2020
Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary in Paris in 2019
The Engagement of Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and Mary Donaldson in 2003
The Dutch State Banquet at Fredensborg Palace in 1984
The Greek State Banquet at the Royal Palace of Madrid in 1984
The Wedding Ball of the Count of Quintanilla and Princess Teresa zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn in 1973
The Liechtenstein State Visit to the Vatican in 1960
Princess Elizabeth in Quebec in 1951
Princess Viggo’s Garnet Kokoshnik Tiara
The Wedding Ball of the Count of Quintanilla and Princess Teresa zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn in 1973
Queen Saleha’s Ruby Tiara
Happy Birthday to Queen Saleha of Brunei, who turns 77 today! The illustrious Princess who married her first cousin, the Sovereign of the wealthy Sultanate, and is now the world’s longest-serving Queen Consort, Queen Saleha has a massive jewellery collection, which includes this striking Ruby and Diamond Tiara!
Accession of Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg
The Queen of The Netherlands and the King and Queen of Belgium joined the Grand Ducal Family to mark the Accession of Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg on this day in 2000, 25 years ago, upon the Abdication of Grand Duke Jean! The Grand Duke has abdicated last week.
Dresses Fit for Royal Occasions: How to Choose the Perfect Look for Your Holiday
Today in Royal History | October 7
The 79th Birthday of Queen Saleha of Brunei
[Coloured Diamond Tiara | Ruby Tiara | The Brunei Royal Tiaras]
The Birth of Crown Princess Antonia of Bavaria in 1899
[Bavarian Ruby Tiara | Bavarian Lover’s Knot Tiara | Bavarian Royal Tiaras]
The Wedding of Infanta Maria Francisca de Bragança in 2023
The Wedding of Prince Philip of Serbia in 2017
The Wedding of the Duke of Westminster and Natalia Phillips in 1978
The Wedding of King Leka of Albania in 1975
The Wedding of the Prince of Naples in 1971
The Danish Opening of Parliament in 1947
The Wedding Gala of Infanta Maria Francisca de Bragança in 2023
King Carl XVI Gustaf removes grandchildren from Royal House in 2019
The Swedish State Visit to Germany in 2016 | Day 2